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Listing broker remarks

Welcome to 70 Fairmount Street in New Bedford! This well-loved and meticulously maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is truly move-in ready and waiting for its next owners. Pride of ownership is evident throughout, with numerous improvements including a newer roof with a transferable 50-year warranty, radon mitigation system, french drains, water-vapor wall insulation, and all but one window replaced. Conveniently located near Buttonwood Park with easy access to highways, shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, this home offers both comfort and convenience. From the thoughtful improvements inside to the carefully maintained exterior, it's clear that a lot of love has been poured into this property over the years. And the lawn? Let's just say it may have received more attention than some members of the family! A truly cared-for home that's ready for its next chapter—just move in and make it your own.— RE/MAX Vantage

Key details

  • 1,562 sq ft
  • 9,204 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 1.5 baths
  • 1967 built
  • $336 / sq ft
  • $4,288 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠6⁠4⁠4⁠9⁠4⁠
Last updated
Address
70 Fairmount St
Town
New Bedford, MA
ZIP
02740
Deed (Bk/Pg)
12303 / 64

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Neighborhood: New Bedford

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.