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546 County St, New Bedford, MA

New Bedford · MA 02740

$495,000
Price
4
Beds
2
Baths
3394
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1855
Lot size: 6,660 Sq.Ft Lot
Price per square foot: $144 / Sq.Ft
Parking: 1 Garage Space
Heating & cooling: Heat, Oil, AC

About this home

Own your very own whaling mansion! Originally built in 1855 for whaling merchant Joseph Knowles, this stunning Italianate colonial has been lovingly renovated to preserve both its historic charm and updated to reflect modern conveniences. Throughout the home, you will find relics of a bygone architectural era, featuring marble fireplaces, original hardwood flooring, extensive custom molding work, elevated ceilings, and a grand staircase. Multiple parlors allow for flexible living arrangements of the space. Kitchen has been updated with top-of-the-line appliances. With four bedrooms, plus bonus rooms and a finished third level, this home boasts over 3,300 square feet of living area - plenty of room for any hobbies & storage for collected treasures. Over the course of its 170 year history, the home has served both as private personal residences and as office space for local businesses. It is in close proximity to many shops, restaurants, parks, and the bustling downtown area.

Neighborhood & Transit

546 County St, New Bedford · MA 02740

Nearby transit

Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.

  • New Bedford Commuter Rail 1 route 0.47 mi
    • Fall River/New Bedford Line

Price Insight

Days on Market:
303 days
Listing Price:
$489,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$144
Tax Assessment:
$562,100 in 2025
Taxes:
$530 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
3,394 Sq.Ft
Kitchen
Dishwasher, Range
Primary Bedroom
Unknown
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
11
Above grade area
3394
Flooring
Unknown
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Oil, Individual
Heating Zone
3
Cooling
Individual
Cooling Zones
Unknown
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amps

Exterior Features

Lot Size
6,660 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Paved Drive
Exterior Features
Porch, Porch - Enclosed

Parking

Garage Parking
1 Parking Space, Detached
Off Street Parking
None, Off-Street

Construction Details

Construction Type
Unknown
Siding
Wood
Roof
Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles, Rubber

Green Features

Electric Vehicle Charger
Unknown
Solar Panels
Unknown
Green Certified
Unknown
Insulation Features
Unknown
Energy Features
Unknown

Listing information

Listing agent
Team ROSO
Listing office
RE/MAX Vantage
MLS PIN #
73411534