New Bedford, Massachusetts’ Largest Single Family Home Reduced to $649K

$649,900 | Built 1884 | 8,497 Sq. Ft. | 6 Beds | 4.5 Baths | 0.49 Acres

Built in 1884 for William D. Howland, New Bedford’s largest single-family home has been reduced to $649,900 in Massachusetts. Listing details: This home is rich in history, originally built and enjoyed by William D. Howland for many years, the home would later be used by the Red Cross and is now looking for a buyer to restore it to the condition that the Howland family appreciated it. Upon entering this home you may think you are in a Newport mansion, the foyer is roughly 20×16, and while grand in scale, the floor plan is usable for modern living. The home features many unique details such as tiled fireplaces, marble sinks, two butler’s pantries, and leaded glass windows. The living area is spread over three levels that include a total of 6 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, a billiard room, and multiple walk-in storage rooms. There is more than enough space for an Au Pair, extended family, or live-in staff. The home is located on a nice size corner lot with an elevated patio overlooking the side yard. The location is blocks from downtown New Bedford, Waterfront, and the Ferry to the islands. This is a Fannie Mae Homepath Property. This exemplary home is on the market for $649,900 with Charles E. Roberts & Brendan Roberts of Roberts Real Estate.