521 Kempton St

New Bedford, MA
$ 284,900 Beds 1 Baths 1 Sq 576
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Charming and completely rehabbed, this cozy studio home offers comfort, style, and affordability. Featuring modern finishes, updated flooring and fixtures, and a bright, open layout that maximizes space. Enjoy a private fenced in yard. A full basement ideal for storage, workshop, or creative use. Conveniently located within walking distance to downtown, the train station, and bus routes, with easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment. Ideal for first time buyers, down sizers, or anyone seeking low maintenance living. The flexible layout also offers potential for accessible or handicap friendly modifications.

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  • Price
  • $ 284,900
  • City
  • New Bedford
  • Bedrooms
  • 1
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 1
  • County
  • BRISTOL
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Lot Size
  • 0.09 Acres
  • Zip
  • 02740
  • Sqr Footage
  • 576
  • Year Built
  • 1930
  • Taxes
  • $ 3167
  • Style
  • Ranch
  • MLS#
  • 73565650
Listed By: Darlene Alferes with Amaral & Associates RE.
Data Source: Massachusetts MLS Property Info Network (MLSPIN)

Features

General

Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Electric Baseboard,Ductless
Cooling Ductless
Roof Other
Appliances Electric Water Heater,Range,Microwave,Refrigerator
Zoning MUB
Architectural Style Ranch
Construction Materials Brick
Year Built 1930
Electric Circuit Breakers,100 Amp Service
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2026
Community Features Public Transportation
Accessibility Accessible Entrance
County Bristol
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Garage Y/N No
Waterview No
Total Rooms 3
Full Baths 1
Status Active
Directions between pierce and park
City New Bedford
Senior Community Y/N No
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 3911
Property Attached Y/N No
Year Built Details Approximate
Tax Annual Amount 3167.84
Home Warranty Y/N No
Building Area Units Square Feet
Standard Status Active
Year Built Source Public Records
Tax Assessed Value 289300
Tax Lot 381
Certified Treated Unknown

Interior Features

Basement Full
Flooring Wood Laminate
Air Conditioning Y/N Yes
Heating Y/N Yes
Window Features Insulated Windows
Fireplace Y/N No
Above Grade Finished Area 576
Total Bedrooms 1
LivingAreaSource Public Record
Total Baths 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Fenced Yard
Fencing Fenced
Lot Features Other
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 0.09
Foundation Details Granite
Spa No
Building Area Total 576
Lot Size Acres 0.09
Frontage Length 19.00
Waterfront Y/N No
Foundation Area 576
Road Frontage Type Public

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Wakefield, RI office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Unknown Elementary School
Middle School Unknown Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

8/19/2026 Listed $289,900
9/4/2026 2% - $284,900

Property vs Zip Code Average in 02740

Price
AVG $500K
$280K
Taxes
AVG $4,766
$3,167
Year Built
AVG 1914
1930
Visits
AVG 124
39
Data Provided by Inside Real Estate®

521 Kempton St New Bedford, MA is a Single Family Home for sale at $284900 with 576 sqft and a lot size of 0.09 Acres Acre(s). 521 Kempton St New Bedford has 1 bedrooms, 1 baths and was built in 1930. The property's zip code is 02740 which is in New Bedford, MA

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