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Iconic Historic Double Bank Building

56-62 N Water St, New Bedford, MA 02740

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$4,500,000

Iconic historic property in New Bedford's Historic District.

Type:Commercial

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Iconic historical property (Double Bank Building) built circa 1831.
Prime location in New Bedford's Historic District, part of the National Park, and across from the New Bedford Whaling Museum.
Located in an Opportunity Zone.
High ceilings and large open areas suitable for various uses.
Beautiful dark wood trim and etched glass details.
External access to lower level and second floor for tenanting potential.

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E. Jeffrey Pontiff

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For Sale

$4,500,000

Iconic historic property in New Bedford's Historic District.

Type:Commercial

Added:: Apr 25, 2026
Days on Market:: 55
Last Refresh:: Apr 25 at 6:33 am

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General Information

Standard status: Active
Property subtype: Commercial

Building Details

Year Built: 1831

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E. Jeffrey Pontiff

Listing agent E. Jeffrey Pontiff License #451500777

Listing office E. J. Pontiff Real Estate

Listing date Apr 25, 2026

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HighLights

Iconic historical property (Double Bank Building) built circa 1831.
Prime location in New Bedford's Historic District, part of the National Park, and across from the New Bedford Whaling Museum.
Located in an Opportunity Zone.
High ceilings and large open areas suitable for various uses.
Beautiful dark wood trim and etched glass details.
External access to lower level and second floor for tenanting potential.

Overview

This iconic historic property, known as the Double Bank Building, was built circa 1831. Currently arranged as office space, the property features high ceilings and large open areas trimmed in dark wood and etched glass. The layout presents opportunities for various uses, including retail and gallery space. External access to the lower level and second floor allows for tenanting. The property is located in the center of New Bedford's Historic District within the National Park, across from the New Bedford Whaling Museum, and is situated in an Opportunity Zone.

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City: New Bedford
County: Bristol
State: Massachusetts
Longitude: -70.9227074
Latitude: 41.6357315

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Office buildings
MA
New Bedford
02740
56-62 N Water St

What type of property is this?

Office building - Iconic historic property in New Bedford's Historic District.

Where is this office building located?

The property is located at 56-62 N Water St New Bedford, MA.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $4,500,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: Iconic historical property (Double Bank Building) built circa 1831.; Prime location in New Bedford's Historic District, part of the National Park, and across from the New Bedford Whaling Museum.; Located in an Opportunity Zone.

56-62 N Water St, New Bedford, MA 02740

Iconic historic property in New Bedford's Historic District.

Property Features for 56-62 N Water St

General Information

Building Details

We can help!

HighLights

Overview

Current Use by Public Records

Map

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New Bedford Mixed-Use Two-Family

Townhouse-Style Multifamily with ADU Potential

Two-Family Residential Income Property

Six-Unit Property with Separate Utilities

Two-Unit Residential Income Property

Spacious Three-Family Property

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