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Historic Downtown New Bedford Building
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$2,100,000

555 Pleasant St, New Bedford, MA 02740

Five-story renovated building with office and restaurant spaces.

Property Size30,996 SF
Lot Size0.12 Acres
Price / SF$350
Days on Market210

Property Features for 555 Pleasant St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 30,996 SF
Lot size 0.12 Acres
Property subtype Commercial

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $32,402

Building Details

Building Size 30,996 SF
Year Built 1894
Listed By: Lindsey Borges
Source: Elliman
Added: Mar 10 Changed: Aug 26 Last Checked: Aug 14 at 6:03AM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of Lindsey Borges

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Known as the "Standard Times Building," this five-story historic building is located in downtown New Bedford, within proximity to restaurants, city parks, and recreational attractions such as the Whaling Museum. The building was completely renovated in 2014 with updated electrical and plumbing systems. The units have been modernized for various business opportunities, offering both large and small offices. A nearly 6,000-square-foot restaurant is located on the first floor. The property offers city views and top-floor water views.

Key Highlights

  • Completely renovated in 2014 with updated electrical and plumbing.
  • Prime downtown location near restaurants, parks, and attractions like the Whaling Museum.
  • Variety of office sizes available to suit different business needs.

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$90,720
Cap Rate
4.32%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,814,400 $1.8M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,296,000 $1.3M
Cap Rate 9%
$1,008,000 $1.0M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 6,000 SF
Gross rent
$144.0K $24.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$23.0K −$3.84/SF
EGI
$121.0K $20.16/SF
− OpEx
−$30.2K −$5.04/SF
NOI
$90.7K $15.12/SF
Area
New Bedford, MA
Vacancy
16.00%
Lease Rate
$24.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,814,400
Cap Rate 7%
$1,296,000
Cap Rate 9%
$1,008,000

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$1.30M
$1.13M – $1.51M (±1% cap)
NOI $90,720 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.32%
Second Best
—
—
no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.77M
$1.55M – $2.06M (±1% cap)
NOI $123,840 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.90%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

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Current Use

American Income Life ... Insurance Agency Law Office of Lewis ... Law Firm IGMS Charitable Organization Peter Michael Martin Artist McCormack Law Law Firm

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Spa & Massage Center Computer & Electronic Repair Skin Care Clinic Kitchen & Bath Showroom Building Supply

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,162
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 02740, MA

45,166
Population
20,532
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
18%
College-Educated
77%
High-School Grad
5.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
7,924
Density / Sq Mi
$54,563
Median Household Income
$39,310
Median Earnings
$1,052
Median Rent
$303,400
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Northeast region

13.1% 2019
15.4% 2020
17.6% 2021
19.1% 2022
20.2% 2023
20.9% 2024
19.9% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Office building - Five-story renovated building with office and restaurant spaces.
Where is this office building located?
The property is located at 555 Pleasant St New Bedford, MA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $2,100,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Completely renovated in 2014 with updated electrical and plumbing.; Prime downtown location near restaurants, parks, and attractions like the Whaling Museum.; Variety of office sizes available to suit different business needs.
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