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$236,136$285 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $40,000 on Nov 24, 2000

17 SWIFT ST

NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740
Building report
2
Beds
1
Baths
829 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$236K
$192K low$280K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$40,000 · Nov 24, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,630 (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.$144,100 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$144,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$140,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$136,325

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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyBRISTOL
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.Space
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(12)

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 · 0.2 mi
M
Roosevelt Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
New Bedford High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 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

17 Swift 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 78% of homes in Bristol County
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in New Bedford 02740
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in New Bedford 02740
  • Newer than 93% 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
$256K$679K

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$236,136
CheaperTypical $419,815Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$285
CheaperTypical $298Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area829 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,808 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1909Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 17 Swift St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Bedford 02740Bristol County
Estimated valuepricier than$236,136almost no homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28541% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than829 ft²2% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac94% of homes39% of homes
Year builtnewer than198793% of homes72% of homes

About 17 Swift St

How much is 17 Swift St, New Bedford, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17 Swift St, New Bedford, MA is $236,136 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $192,183 to $280,089. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17 Swift St, New Bedford, MA last sell?

17 Swift St, New Bedford, MA last sold on Nov 24, 2000 for $40,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 17 Swift St, New Bedford, MA?

17 Swift St, New Bedford, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 829 square feet of living space.

When was 17 Swift St, New Bedford, MA built?

17 Swift St, New Bedford, MA was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 17 Swift St, New Bedford, MA?

17 Swift St, New Bedford, MA is assigned to John B. DeValles Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Roosevelt Middle School (middle), 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 17 Swift St, New Bedford, MA compare to other homes in New Bedford 02740?

Among the 9,709 homes in New Bedford 02740, it is worth more than almost none of them ($236,136 against a typical $419,815), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($285 against a typical $298), it is bigger than 2% of them (829 ft² against a typical 1,808 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (1987 against a typical 1909). Measured against all of Bristol County, it is worth more than 2% 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 17 Swift St, New Bedford, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17 Swift St, New Bedford, MA was $1,630. The county assessed it at $144,100.

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