Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)Residential
12 STOWELL ST
NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740
8
Beds
3
Baths
3,568 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1922
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
20
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,933 (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.$613,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$100,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$512,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$613,000
Climate Risk
Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
50
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
82
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Two Family
CountyBristol
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(8)
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.
EMH
James B. Congdon Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
Roosevelt Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
New Bedford High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 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
12 Stowell 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.
- Bigger than 95% of homes in New Bedford 02740
- Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Bristol County
- Older than 78% of homes in Bristol County
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.
Living area3,568 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,803 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 95% of homes nearby
Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger
Bigger than 67% of homes nearby
Year built1922
OlderTypical 1909Newer
Newer than 69% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | New Bedford 02740 | Bristol County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 3,568 ft² | 95% of homes | 94% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.13 ac | 67% of homes | 15% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1922 | 69% of homes | 22% of homes |
About 12 Stowell St
How big is 12 Stowell St, New Bedford, MA?
12 Stowell St, New Bedford, MA has 8 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,568 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.
When was 12 Stowell St, New Bedford, MA built?
12 Stowell St, New Bedford, MA was built in 1922, making it 104 years old. It is a two family home. The building has 3 stories.
What schools serve 12 Stowell St, New Bedford, MA?
12 Stowell St, New Bedford, MA is assigned to James B. Congdon Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; 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 12 Stowell St, New Bedford, MA compare to other homes in New Bedford 02740?
Among the 9,711 homes in New Bedford 02740, it is bigger than 95% of them (3,568 ft² against a typical 1,803 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (1922 against a typical 1909). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 12 Stowell St, New Bedford, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 12 Stowell St, New Bedford, MA was $6,933. The county assessed it at $613,000.
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