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$226,045$262 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 81How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $28,000 on May 10, 2000

117 NORWELL ST

NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740
2
Beds
1
Baths
864 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1,350 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$226K
$184K low$268K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$28,000 · May 10, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,085 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$272,800 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$272,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$248,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$213,844

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.56 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.60%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
CountyBRISTOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Roll Tar & Gravel
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
John B. DeValles Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Roosevelt Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
New Bedford High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: New Bedford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02740These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.140
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.61

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.46,465
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,186 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,542
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,876
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

117 Norwell St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the least valuable homes in New Bedford 02740
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Bristol County
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in New Bedford 02740
  • Among the smallest lots in New Bedford 02740
  • Newer than 90% of homes in New Bedford 02740

What homes are worth in New Bedford 02740

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$254K$681K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in New Bedford 02740.

How it measures up in New Bedford 02740

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Bedford 02740.

Estimated value$226,045
CheaperTypical $417,825Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$262
CheaperTypical $299Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area864 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,811 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size1,350 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 117 Norwell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Bedford 02740Bristol County
Estimated valuepricier than$226,045almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26228% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than864 ft²4% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,350 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than197190% of homes56% of homes

About 117 Norwell St

How much is 117 Norwell St, New Bedford, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 117 Norwell St, New Bedford, MA is $226,045 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $183,947 to $268,143. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 117 Norwell St, New Bedford, MA last sell?

117 Norwell St, New Bedford, MA last sold on May 10, 2000 for $28,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 117 Norwell St, New Bedford, MA?

117 Norwell St, New Bedford, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 864 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 117 Norwell St, New Bedford, MA built?

117 Norwell St, New Bedford, MA was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 117 Norwell St, New Bedford, MA?

117 Norwell St, New Bedford, MA is assigned to John B. DeValles Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Roosevelt Middle School (middle), rated D-; New Bedford High School (high), rated F. All sit in New Bedford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 117 Norwell St, New Bedford, MA compare to other homes in New Bedford 02740?

Among the 9,711 homes in New Bedford 02740, it is worth more than almost none of them ($226,045 against a typical $417,825), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($262 against a typical $299), it is bigger than 4% of them (864 ft² against a typical 1,811 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (1,350 ft² against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 90% of them (1971 against a typical 1910). Measured against all of Bristol County, it is worth more than almost no homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 117 Norwell St, New Bedford, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 117 Norwell St, New Bedford, MA was $3,085. The county assessed it at $272,800.

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