This bright and charming 3 bedroom, 1 and one 1/2 bath home, in the far North End of New Bedford, in the sweet and quiet neighborhood of Briarwood, was well taken care of by the same family for 50 years. It has hardwood floors throughout and a huge fenced in yard and a deck and a new roof and updated electrical. There is an excellent elementary school (5 minute walk) and a new commuter train station is scheduled to arrive nearby soon. An easy show!
Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
8,935 sq ftLot Size
$308Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Reciprocal Reciprocal• Rhode Island Reciprocal
Far North End, located between Acushnet Avenue and the Acushnet River, is a residential and waterfront New Bedford neighborhood with hillside streets and pocket parks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Acushnet Avenue corridor near Brooklawn Park, where corner markets, bakeries, and casual eateries set a steady, everyday rhythm. Triple-deckers and compact single-family homes line the blocks, with occasional views opening toward the river. Brooklawn Park’s paths and fields shape the outdoor routine, while Buttonwood Park adds a larger green escape nearby. Community pillars include The Baker, Destination Soups, and the Buttonwood Park Zoo. Routes toward downtown and the waterfront keep errands and evenings connected without changing the neighborhood’s calm pace.
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Market insights
34 Poplar Rd · $369,000
DAYS ON MARKET
22 days
The average home goes pending in 25 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.5%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$369,000
Median sale price in this area is $593,054. (61% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
20% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Appliances
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,200
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.21
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,691
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Electricity and solar
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UnparsedAddress: 34 Poplar Rd, New Bedford MA 02745
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Finished Sq. Ft.: 1,100
Unfinished Sq. Ft.: —
Total Sq. Ft.: 1,100
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,148 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: —
County: Bristol County
APN: 2910125
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Pending
Sale and tax history for 34 Poplar Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
RIS #1291806
Oct 15, 2021
Sold
$375,000
$313/sq ft
Sep 14, 2021
Pending
—
Aug 25, 2021
Listed
$369,000
$308/sq ft
+16
This bright and charming 3 bedroom, 1 and one 1/2 bath home, in the far North End of New Bedford, in the sweet and quiet neighborhood of Briarwood, was well taken care of by the same family for 50 years. It has hardwood floors throughout and a huge fenced in yard and a deck and a new roof and updated electrical. There is an excellent elementary school (5 minute walk) and a new commuter train station is scheduled to arrive nearby soon. An easy show!
MLS PIN #72887046
Aug 25, 2021
Listed
$369,000
$308/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$5,023 (+34.7%)
$116,300 + $235,200
$351,500
2022
$3,730 (+1.8%)
$108,000 + $132,000
$240,000
2021
$3,665 (−0.7%)
$108,000 + $127,100
$235,100
2020
$3,691 (+2.6%)
$108,000 + $120,400
$228,400
2019
$3,599 (+6.5%)
$103,900 + $114,600
$218,500
2018
$3,378 (+4.7%)
$103,900 + $99,200
$203,100
2017
$3,225 (+6.3%)
$101,800 + $91,400
$193,200
2016
$3,034 (+8.5%)
$99,700 + $84,300
$184,000
2015
$2,797 (+4.5%)
$95,500 + $82,300
$177,800
2014
$2,676 (+0.1%)
$93,500 + $83,000
$176,500
2013
$2,673 (−3.3%)
$105,900 + $80,600
$186,500
2012
$2,764 (+2.1%)
$115,500 + $85,400
$200,900
2011
$2,707 (−5.7%)
$117,900 + $92,300
$210,200
2010
$2,870 (+3.9%)
$130,000 + $108,600
$238,600
2009
$2,762
$129,200 + $112,000
$241,200
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,148 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,100
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,100
Year built
1970
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Bristol County
APN
2910125
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 6% for direct sun exposure in New Bedford. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.2 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 34 Poplar Rd
$366,188
$2,812 under list price of $369K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $420K to $580K.