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$408,812$224 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $355,000 on Nov 9, 2023

157 BUTLER ST

NEW BEDFORD, MA 02744
3
Beds
1 / 1
Baths
1,824 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1913
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$409K
$380K low$437K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$355,000 · Nov 9, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,964 (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.$350,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$129,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$221,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$361,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$406,695

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.
28
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyBRISTOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
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(9)

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.

M
Roosevelt Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
E
William H. Taylor Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
New Bedford High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi

District: New Bedford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02744These 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.150
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.58

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.9.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.14,142
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,195 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,428
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,868
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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

157 Butler 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.

  • Worth less than 81% of homes in Bristol County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Bristol County
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in New Bedford 02744
  • Older than 82% of homes in Bristol County

What homes are worth in New Bedford 02744

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

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$174K$687K

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in New Bedford 02744.

How it measures up in New Bedford 02744

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Bedford 02744.

Estimated value$408,812
CheaperTypical $394,280Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$224
CheaperTypical $308Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area1,824 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,114 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 4,138 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1913
OlderTypical 1918Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 157 Butler St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Bedford 02744Bristol County
Estimated valuepricier than$408,81258% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2247% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,824 ft²43% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac86% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than191348% of homes18% of homes

About 157 Butler St

How much is 157 Butler St, New Bedford, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 157 Butler St, New Bedford, MA is $408,812 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $380,488 to $437,136. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 157 Butler St, New Bedford, MA last sell?

157 Butler St, New Bedford, MA last sold on Nov 9, 2023 for $355,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 157 Butler St, New Bedford, MA?

157 Butler St, New Bedford, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,824 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 157 Butler St, New Bedford, MA built?

157 Butler St, New Bedford, MA was built in 1913, making it 113 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 157 Butler St, New Bedford, MA?

157 Butler St, New Bedford, MA is assigned to Roosevelt Middle School (middle), rated C-; William H. Taylor Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; 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 157 Butler St, New Bedford, MA compare to other homes in New Bedford 02744?

Among the 2,341 homes in New Bedford 02744, it is worth more than 58% of them ($408,812 against a typical $394,280), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($224 against a typical $308), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,824 ft² against a typical 2,114 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 4,138 ft²) and it is newer than 48% of them (1913 against a typical 1918). Measured against all of Bristol County, it is worth more than 19% of 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 157 Butler St, New Bedford, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 157 Butler St, New Bedford, MA was $3,964. The county assessed it at $350,500.

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