Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home in New Bedford’s desirable Far North End! Located in a well-established neighborhood with easy highway access, this home offers comfort, recent updates, and plenty of potential. The kitchen features butcher block countertops, a new sink, and newer appliances. Additional updates include new plumbing in the kitchen and bathroom, a new washer and dryer, and a new hot water heater. Central air provides comfortable cooling during the warmer months.The full unfinished basement offers excellent storage and potential for future use. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced-in backyard with plenty of space for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing. A great opportunity for a buyer looking for a home with a desirable location, thoughtful updates, and room to make it their own!
Far North End, located between Acushnet Avenue and the Acushnet River, is a residential and waterfront New Bedford neighborhood with hillside streets and pocket parks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Acushnet Avenue corridor near Brooklawn Park, where corner markets, bakeries, and casual eateries set a steady, everyday rhythm. Triple-deckers and compact single-family homes line the blocks, with occasional views opening toward the river. Brooklawn Park’s paths and fields shape the outdoor routine, while Buttonwood Park adds a larger green escape nearby. Community pillars include The Baker, Destination Soups, and the Buttonwood Park Zoo. Routes toward downtown and the waterfront keep errands and evenings connected without changing the neighborhood’s calm pace.
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Market insights
59 Poplar Rd · $429,999
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 22 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.2%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$429,999
Median sale price in this area is $569,676. (32% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
21% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Total of 4 rooms
Full unfinished basement with sump pump
Bathrooms
One full bathroom
Laundry & utility
Gas water heater
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Fenced yard
Lot approximately 0.18 acres
Home design
Single-family residence
Above-grade living area approximately 975
Parking
Paved driveway with 2 open parking spaces
Construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Year built per public records
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
Community access to public transportation, park, medical facility, highway access, and public school
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Location, Location, Location!!! Located in the much desirable Far North end of New Bedford, this three-bedroom one bath ranch is ready for new owners to make it their own. Featuring a newer heating system, central AC, and newer windows- all within a few years old. This home has ample storage space and potential added living space in the basement along with a fully fenced in backyard and a small storage shed.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,870 (+9.4%)
$112,000 + $158,800
$270,800
2022
$3,537 (+1.7%)
$104,000 + $123,600
$227,600
2021
$3,477 (−0.5%)
$104,000 + $119,000
$223,000
2020
$3,495 (−3.3%)
$104,000 + $112,300
$216,300
2019
$3,614 (+7.8%)
$100,000 + $119,400
$219,400
2018
$3,353 (+5.4%)
$100,000 + $101,600
$201,600
2017
$3,181 (+6.5%)
$98,000 + $92,600
$190,600
2016
$2,988 (+8.4%)
$96,000 + $85,200
$181,200
2015
$2,756 (+4.6%)
$92,000 + $83,200
$175,200
2014
$2,636 (+0.3%)
$90,000 + $83,900
$173,900
2013
$2,627 (−3.2%)
$102,300 + $81,000
$183,300
2012
$2,715 (+2.1%)
$111,600 + $85,700
$197,300
2011
$2,658 (−5.6%)
$113,900 + $92,500
$206,400
2010
$2,816 (+3.6%)
$125,600 + $108,500
$234,100
2009
$2,718
$124,200 + $113,200
$237,400
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
975
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
975
Year built
1970
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Bristol County
APN
2910067
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
New Bedford, MA • 02745
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 4.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.9 hrs
4.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 59 Poplar Rd
$433,354
$3,355 over list price of $430K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $410K to $455K.