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$573,848$377 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $12,000 on May 14, 1987

218 LAWRENCE ST

NEW BEDFORD, MA 02745
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,523 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$574K
$536K low$612K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$12,000 · May 14, 1987

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,028 (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.$444,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$145,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$299,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$398,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$496,375

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.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
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.Cape Cod
CountyBRISTOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.In-Ground Pool

Transaction History(5)

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
Normandin Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Charles S. Ashley Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
New Bedford High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi

District: New Bedford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02745These 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.99
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,729
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,439 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,493
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,030
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

218 Lawrence 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 92% of homes in New Bedford 02745
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in New Bedford 02745
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in New Bedford 02745
  • Newer than 72% of homes in New Bedford 02745

What homes are worth in New Bedford 02745

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

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$141K$649K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in New Bedford 02745.

How it measures up in New Bedford 02745

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Bedford 02745.

Estimated value$573,848
CheaperTypical $430,276Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$377
CheaperTypical $331Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area1,523 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,399 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 218 Lawrence St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Bedford 02745Bristol County
Estimated valuepricier than$573,84892% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37776% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,523 ft²58% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac72% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than197372% of homes58% of homes

About 218 Lawrence St

How much is 218 Lawrence St, New Bedford, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 218 Lawrence St, New Bedford, MA is $573,848 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $535,686 to $612,010. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 218 Lawrence St, New Bedford, MA last sell?

218 Lawrence St, New Bedford, MA last sold on May 14, 1987 for $12,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 218 Lawrence St, New Bedford, MA?

218 Lawrence St, New Bedford, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,523 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 218 Lawrence St, New Bedford, MA built?

218 Lawrence St, New Bedford, MA was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 218 Lawrence St, New Bedford, MA?

218 Lawrence St, New Bedford, MA is assigned to Normandin Middle School (middle), rated D-; Charles S. Ashley Elementary School (elementary), 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 218 Lawrence St, New Bedford, MA compare to other homes in New Bedford 02745?

Among the 7,491 homes in New Bedford 02745, it is worth more than 92% of them ($573,848 against a typical $430,276), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($377 against a typical $331), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,523 ft² against a typical 1,399 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1973 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Bristol County, it is worth more than 61% 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 218 Lawrence St, New Bedford, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 218 Lawrence St, New Bedford, MA was $5,028. The county assessed it at $444,600.

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