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$760,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 3,420 Sq. Ft.
  • 0.16 Acres
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Price Adjustment: Welcome to the elegant 97 Madison St in New Bedford - a historic gem built in 1875 & owned by Samuel Hudson Cook who established Paul Dixon & Cook Insurance - a maritime insurance agency. Located just outside of Downtown New Bedford, this magnificent home is a superb example of Stick Style architecture, characterized by its ornate roof lines, bay windows, & the unique shed-style hoods above shuttered windows. Inside you will discover a sunlit interior decorated with period details including marble fireplaces, refined crown moldings, ceiling medallions, & original flooring - all reflecting the home's authentic charm. Three of the bedrooms offer a contemporary en suite bathroom maximizing ease of living. The home also features an additional fourth/guest bedroom, & a walk up attic with expansion possibilities. Enjoy outdoor living on the inviting front porch or private backyard patio. Come and appreciate this extraordinary residence and located on one of the city's loveliest streets.

Full Property Details for 97 Madison St

General

  • Price: $760,000
  • Taxes: $8,192 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: CCI
  • MLS ID: 22601646
  • Updated: 8/18/2026
  • Added to Site: 199 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 8
  • Interior Features: Wet Bar, Pantry
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 5
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Electric Dryer, Gas Water Heater
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Private Full Bath

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Primary Bedroom: Closet, Second
  • Bedroom 3: Second Level
  • Bedroom 4: Second Level
  • Bedroom 5: First Level

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: First Level
  • Kitchen: Kitchen, Pantry, Private Half Bath, First Level
  • Dining Room: Wet Bar, Dining Room, Built-in Features, First Level
  • Laundry: Laundry Room, Private Full Bath, Second Floor

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Garden
  • Deck/Patio: Patio

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 2

Location

  • County: Bristol
  • Driving Directions: From County Street, Turn west on Madison Street

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Basement Desc.: Interior Entry, Full
  • Roof: Slate
  • Stories/Levels: 2
  • Square Feet: 3,420
  • Year Built: 1875
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Actual, Cer. Historic

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,856
  • Lot Size Source: Field Card
  • Frontage: Public
  • Zoning: RA
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $222
  • Assessment Amount: $724,300
  • Land Assmt: $114,300
  • Tax Amount: $8,192
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: None
  • Property ID: NEWB M:0046 L:0122

Listed by Compass Massachusetts, LLC, Mathew J Arruda

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  • Mathew J Arruda

    Compass Massachusetts, LLC

mathew.arruda@compass.com

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Schools serving 97 Madison St

School District:New Bedford School District
NameGradesDistance
Sgt Wm H Carney Academy
247 Elm Street, New Bedford, MA 02740
PK-50.4 mi
Keith Middle School
225 Hathaway Boulevard, New Bedford, MA 02740
6-81.5 mi
New Bedford High School
230 Hathaway Boulevard, New Bedford, MA 02740
9-121.3 mi
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Price & Sales History for 97 Madison St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/18/2026
Price Reduced
$760,000
-1.94%
MLS
8/16/2026
Price Reduced
$775,000
-3.11%
MLS
5/28/2026
Price Reduced
$799,900
-2.44%
MLS
3/23/2026
Listed
$819,900
124.63%
MLS
8/28/2015
Sold
$365,000
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Tax History for 97 Madison St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$8,192
-6%
$724,300
—
2024
$8,714
-1%
$726,200
18%
2023
$8,774
14%
$614,000
23%
2022
$7,730
5%
$497,400
5%
2021
$7,368
-2%
$472,600
1%
2020
$7,537
6%
$466,400
8%
2019
$7,120
10%
$432,300
11%
2018
$6,482
5%
$389,800
5%
2017
$6,172
4%
$369,800
3%
2016
$5,913
7%
$358,600
2%
2015
$5,545
6%
$352,500
2%
2014
$5,238
3%
$345,500
-3%
2013
$5,106
—
$356,300
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97 Madison Street, New Bedford, MA 02740 (MLS# 22601646) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 97 Madison Street is currently listed for $760,000 and was received on March 23, 2026. Want to learn more about 97 Madison Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in New Bedford? You can browse all New Bedford real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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