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$381,024$350 / 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 91How 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 $55,000 on Nov 27, 2024

256 CHESTNUT ST

NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,089 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.
2,357 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1896
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$381K
$347K low$415K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$55,000 · Nov 27, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,352 (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.$296,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$85,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$210,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$296,400

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.Conventional
CountyBristol
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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 A. Parker Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
H
New Bedford High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Keith Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 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

256 Chestnut 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 87% of homes in Bristol County
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in New Bedford 02740
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in New Bedford 02740
  • Among the smallest lots in Bristol County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Bristol County

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 more than 27% 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$381,024
CheaperTypical $419,934Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$350
CheaperTypical $298Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,089 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,806 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size2,357 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1896
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 256 Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Bedford 02740Bristol County
Estimated valuepricier than$381,02427% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35077% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than1,089 ft²13% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,357 ft²7% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than189636% of homes6% of homes

About 256 Chestnut St

How much is 256 Chestnut St, New Bedford, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Chestnut St, New Bedford, MA is $381,024 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $346,777 to $415,271. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Chestnut St, New Bedford, MA last sell?

256 Chestnut St, New Bedford, MA last sold on Nov 27, 2024 for $55,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 256 Chestnut St, New Bedford, MA?

256 Chestnut St, New Bedford, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,089 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 256 Chestnut St, New Bedford, MA built?

256 Chestnut St, New Bedford, MA was built in 1896, making it 130 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 256 Chestnut St, New Bedford, MA?

256 Chestnut St, New Bedford, MA is assigned to John A. Parker 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 256 Chestnut 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 27% of them ($381,024 against a typical $419,934), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($350 against a typical $298), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,089 ft² against a typical 1,806 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (2,357 ft² against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1896 against a typical 1910). Measured against all of Bristol County, it is worth more than 13% 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 256 Chestnut St, New Bedford, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 Chestnut St, New Bedford, MA was $3,352. The county assessed it at $296,400.

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