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New Bedford, MA home prices and housing market

4 ZIP markets liveData updated September 2026Typical value$439K1-yr changeUp3.7%

The typical home value in New Bedford, MA is $439K as of September 2026, up 3.7% from a year ago, based on the Zillow Home Value Index. In the typical New Bedford ZIP code, the median list price is $433K and homes spend a median of 47 days on market as of September 2026 (Realtor.com).

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New Bedford, by the numbers.

Typical home valueZillow ZHVI, September 2026
$439K
1-yr changeMedian across New Bedford ZIPs
+3.7%
ZIP markets live6 tracked in New Bedford
4
County
Bristol County

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12-month value trend

+3.7% over 12 months

Typical home value in New Bedford over the last 12 months: $423K in Sep 2025 to $439K in Sep 2026 (+3.7%).

Sep 2025$423K

Sep 2026$439K

Median Zillow home value index across New Bedford's ZIP codes.

Context

New Bedford's housing market is moderating after recent growth. Typical home values reached $442,627 in August 2026, up 3.9% over the past year, but current conditions show signs of cooling. As of September 2026, there were 92 homes for sale with a median list price of $432,950. Homes are spending a median of 47 days on the market, and roughly 31.3% of listings have seen price reductions. If you're considering selling, this is a market where patience and realistic pricing matter more than they did a year ago.

The numbers

What is the housing market like in New Bedford, MA?

Typical home value

$439K

Up3.7%YoY

Median list price

$433K

Days on market

47

Homes for sale

92

Price cuts

31.3%

New listings

46

Sources · Zillow ZHVI (September 2026) / Realtor.com (September 2026)

Figures reflect New Bedford's ZIP codes with market data: values and listing medians take the median across ZIPs; inventory and new listings are summed.

Prices over time

New Bedford, MA home prices over time

Typical home values in New Bedford, MA are up 3.7% over the past year, from $423K in September 2025 to $439K in September 2026.

Typical home value in New Bedford, MA, September of each year
MonthTypical value1-yr change
September 2026$438,594+3.7%
September 2025$422,849No prior year

Typical value is the median Zillow Home Value Index across New Bedford ZIP codes, taken in September of each year so every row compares the same month.

Market balance

Is New Bedford, MA a buyer's or seller's market?

New Bedford, MA leans toward a buyer's market.

A large share of listings have cut their asking price, which gives buyers more room to negotiate.

Based on a median of 47 days on market and 31% of listings with a price cut in the typical New Bedford ZIP code, and 46 new listings against 92 active listings across New Bedford, as of September 2026 (Realtor.com).

The outlook

New Bedford housing market forecast 2027

+2.1%

Weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts, 12 months to September 2027

A weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts, across 4 New Bedford ZIP codes, points to typical home values rising 2.1% by September 2027.

Over the 12 months through September 2026, typical home values in New Bedford rose 3.7%, per the Zillow Home Value Index.

Will home prices drop in New Bedford?

The forecasts do not call for a drop: a weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts for New Bedford shows typical home values rising 2.1% by September 2027, after a 3.7% rise over the past 12 months. Forecasts are not guarantees: mortgage rates, inventory, and the wider economy can move values either way.

How this is calculated: each ZIP code's 12-month Zillow forecast is weighted by its typical home value (Zillow Home Value Index, September 2026). 4 New Bedford ZIP codes have both figures.

Forecast: a weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts (Zillow Home Value Forecast, published October 2026), calculated by Home Value Pros. A forecast, not a guarantee.

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Live markets

What ZIP codes are live in New Bedford?

Typical value is the Zillow home value index (ZHVI) for each ZIP, as of September 2026. 1-yr change compares it to the same ZIP a year earlier. We track 6 New Bedford ZIP codes in total; the remaining 2 publish as their data clears editorial QA.

Zillow ZHVI, September 2026

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Common questions

Questions about New Bedford, MA home prices.

What is the typical home value in New Bedford?

The typical home value in New Bedford is $442,627 as of August 2026, reflecting a 3.9% increase over the past year.

How long do homes typically stay on the market?

Homes in New Bedford have a median of 47 days on the market as of September 2026.

Are sellers cutting prices in New Bedford?

Yes. As of September 2026, 31.3% of listings in New Bedford have had price reductions, indicating a shift toward a more balanced market.

Are home prices going up or down in New Bedford, MA?

Typical home values in New Bedford, MA are up 3.7% over the past year, based on the Zillow Home Value Index as of September 2026.

Is New Bedford, MA a buyer's or seller's market?

New Bedford, MA leans toward a buyer's market. A large share of listings have cut their asking price, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Based on a median of 47 days on market and 31% of listings with a price cut in the typical New Bedford ZIP code, and 46 new listings against 92 active listings across New Bedford, as of September 2026 (Realtor.com).

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