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$526,151$225 / 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 97How 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 $327,500 on Nov 26, 2019

196 REED ST

NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,340 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$526K
$512K low$541K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$327,500 · Nov 26, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,596 (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.$494,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$140,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$354,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$464,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$475,095

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.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.0.17
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.Radiant
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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(6)

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
Betsey B. Winslow Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
New Bedford High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Keith Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 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

196 Reed 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 more than 86% of homes in New Bedford 02740
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Bristol County
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in Bristol County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in New Bedford 02740
  • Newer than 75% 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.

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$264K$673K

This home is worth more than 86% of 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$526,151
CheaperTypical $417,269Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$225
CheaperTypical $297Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area2,340 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,813 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1909Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 196 Reed St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Bedford 02740Bristol County
Estimated valuepricier than$526,15186% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22512% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than2,340 ft²70% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac80% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than192575% of homes25% of homes

About 196 Reed St

How much is 196 Reed St, New Bedford, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 196 Reed St, New Bedford, MA is $526,151 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $511,737 to $540,565. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 196 Reed St, New Bedford, MA last sell?

196 Reed St, New Bedford, MA last sold on Nov 26, 2019 for $327,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 196 Reed St, New Bedford, MA?

196 Reed St, New Bedford, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,340 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 196 Reed St, New Bedford, MA built?

196 Reed St, New Bedford, MA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 196 Reed St, New Bedford, MA?

196 Reed St, New Bedford, MA is assigned to Betsey B. Winslow Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; New Bedford High School (high), rated F; Keith Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in New Bedford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 196 Reed St, New Bedford, MA compare to other homes in New Bedford 02740?

Among the 9,710 homes in New Bedford 02740, it is worth more than 86% of them ($526,151 against a typical $417,269), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($225 against a typical $297), it is bigger than 70% of them (2,340 ft² against a typical 1,813 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (1925 against a typical 1909). Measured against all of Bristol County, it is worth more than 51% 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 196 Reed St, New Bedford, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 196 Reed St, New Bedford, MA was $5,596. The county assessed it at $494,800.

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