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$398,133$346 / 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 95How 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 $330,000 on Sep 3, 2021

983 CHAFFEE ST

NEW BEDFORD, MA 02745
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,150 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.
1870
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$398K
$377K low$419K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$330,000 · Sep 3, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,135 (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.$365,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$160,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$205,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$332,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$381,425

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.36
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.
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.Cape Cod
CountyBRISTOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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.No

Transaction History(7)

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
Elwyn G. Elementary Campbell SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Normandin Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
New Bedford High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 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

983 Chaffee 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 83% of homes in Bristol County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Bristol County
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in New Bedford 02745
  • Among the oldest 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.

This home
$160K$632K

This home is worth more than 34% 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$398,133
CheaperTypical $432,201Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$346
CheaperTypical $330Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,150 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,396 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1870
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 983 Chaffee St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Bedford 02745Bristol County
Estimated valuepricier than$398,13334% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34659% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,150 ft²32% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac82% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than1870almost no homes2% of homes

About 983 Chaffee St

How much is 983 Chaffee St, New Bedford, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 983 Chaffee St, New Bedford, MA is $398,133 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $376,922 to $419,344. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 983 Chaffee St, New Bedford, MA last sell?

983 Chaffee St, New Bedford, MA last sold on Sep 3, 2021 for $330,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 983 Chaffee St, New Bedford, MA?

983 Chaffee St, New Bedford, MA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,150 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 983 Chaffee St, New Bedford, MA built?

983 Chaffee St, New Bedford, MA was built in 1870, making it 156 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 983 Chaffee St, New Bedford, MA?

983 Chaffee St, New Bedford, MA is assigned to Elwyn G. Elementary Campbell School (elementary), rated B-; 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 983 Chaffee 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 34% of them ($398,133 against a typical $432,201), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($346 against a typical $330), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,150 ft² against a typical 1,396 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1870 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Bristol County, it is worth more than 17% 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 983 Chaffee St, New Bedford, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 983 Chaffee St, New Bedford, MA was $4,135. The county assessed it at $365,600.

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