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$446,762$443 / 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 90How 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 $225,000 on Aug 24, 2020

978 KENSINGTON ST

NEW BEDFORD, MA 02745
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,008 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
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

$447K
$402K low$492K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$225,000 · Aug 24, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,712 (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.$416,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$138,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$277,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$386,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$351,120

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
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.Ranch
CountyBRISTOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

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
Casimir Pulaski Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Normandin Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi
H
New Bedford High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.5 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

978 Kensington 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 71% of homes in Bristol County
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in New Bedford 02745
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Bristol County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in New Bedford 02745
  • Newer than 78% 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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$159K$649K

This home is worth more than 58% 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$446,762
CheaperTypical $430,590Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$443
CheaperTypical $333Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area1,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,396 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 978 Kensington St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Bedford 02745Bristol County
Estimated valuepricier than$446,76258% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$44396% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than1,008 ft²20% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac76% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than198678% of homes70% of homes

About 978 Kensington St

How much is 978 Kensington St, New Bedford, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 978 Kensington St, New Bedford, MA is $446,762 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $401,827 to $491,697. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 978 Kensington St, New Bedford, MA last sell?

978 Kensington St, New Bedford, MA last sold on Aug 24, 2020 for $225,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 978 Kensington St, New Bedford, MA?

978 Kensington St, New Bedford, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,008 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 978 Kensington St, New Bedford, MA built?

978 Kensington St, New Bedford, MA was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 978 Kensington St, New Bedford, MA?

978 Kensington St, New Bedford, MA is assigned to Casimir Pulaski Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Normandin Middle School (middle), 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 978 Kensington 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 58% of them ($446,762 against a typical $430,590), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($443 against a typical $333), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,008 ft² against a typical 1,396 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (1986 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Bristol County, it is worth more than 29% 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 978 Kensington St, New Bedford, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 978 Kensington St, New Bedford, MA was $4,712. The county assessed it at $416,600.

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