546 County St, New Bedford, MA 02740
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$550,000
4 Beds
3 Baths
3394 SQFT
0.15 Acre
HOA: N/A

Property Description

Own your very own whaling mansion! Originally built in 1855 for whaling merchant Joseph Knowles, this stunning Italianate colonial has been lovingly renovated to preserve both its historic charm and updated to reflect modern conveniences. Throughout the home, you will find relics of a bygone architectural era, featuring marble fireplaces, original hardwood flooring, extensive custom molding work, elevated ceilings, and a grand staircase. Multiple parlors allow for flexible living arrangements of the space. Kitchen has been updated with top-of-the-line appliances. With four bedrooms, plus bonus rooms and a finished third level, this home boasts over 3,300 square feet of living area - plenty of room for any hobbies & storage for collected treasures. Over the course of its 170 year history, the home has served both as private personal residences and as office space for local businesses. It is in close proximity to many shops, restaurants, parks, and the bustling downtown area.

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Amenities

  • House of Worship
  • Laundromat
  • Marina
  • Park
  • Private School
  • Public School
  • Public Transportation
  • Shopping

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Dishwasher, Range

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 1
  • Half Baths 2

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 11

Utilities

  • Heating: Oil, Radiant
  • Heat Zones: 3
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None
  • Electric Info: 100 Amps, Circuit Breakers
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Oven, for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer

Garage & Parking

  • Garage Parking: Detached
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
  • Parking Spaces: 3

Interior Features

  • Square Feet: 3394
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Construction

  • Year Built: 1855
  • Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial, Italianate
  • Foundation Info: Fieldstone
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles, Rubber
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Lot

  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Road Type: Public

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73411534
  • Last Updated: 08/03/25
  • HOA: No
  • Reqd Own Association: Unknown

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Seller's Representative: Team ROSO, RE/MAX Vantage
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: n/a
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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