252 Central Ave, New Bedford, MA 02745
What This Apartment Offers
Large 3 bedroom, 1 bath, unit for rent. High ceilings, beautiful architecture and original hardwood throughout, fully updated kitchen and bathroom with granite... countertops and new appliances. Quiet neighborhood with a yard. Located half a mile to South Coast Rails new station. Walking distance to Abraham Lincoln Elementary School, Charter School, All Saints Catholic School and close to the High School. Tenant to pay for all utilities. 1 assigned parking space and plenty of off street parking. Approved pets accepted for an additional $100 monthly fee. Located on the 3rd floor. Unit will be available for move in 8/1. No smoking. No prior evictions. Minimum credit score of 650 required, applicants must make a minimum of 3x the rent, proof of income, references and credit screening will be run. First, last and security due at signing. Tenant at will. No viewings/tours without a completed rental application.
Unit 3
- $1,800
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1000 sq. ft.
- Available Aug 1
Apartment Features
- Granite Countertops
- High Ceilings
- Kitchen
- Smoke Free
- Yard
252 Central Ave Unit Unit 3 is an apartment for rent in New Bedford, MA
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
No Pets Allowed
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New Bedford, MA 02745
Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable60 / 100
Transit
Limited public transit30 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable70 / 100
Bikeability
Somewhat bikeable30 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active75 / 100
Travel and Transit

Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Jireh Swift Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Normandin Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
St. Anthony Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Private
New Bedford High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Nazarene Christian Academy
Grades PK-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
UMass Dartmouth
Drive: 15 min (6.3 mi)
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 252 Central Ave Unit 3 proximity to 700 Ashley Blvd, 606 Tarkiln Hill Rd, and Century Plaza. 700 Ashley Blvd is 0.8 miles away, and 606 Tarkiln Hill Rd is within an 18 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 30, 252 Central Ave Unit 3 has limited public transit, including 5 transit stops within 28.8 miles. Transit options include Wareham Village and Middleborough/Lakeville.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 252 Central Ave Unit 3 are plentiful. Discover 4 parks within 5 miles, including New Bedford Whaling National Historic Park, Schooner Ernestina, and Buttonwood Park Zoo.
Airports
Living in New Bedford provides easy access to Rhode Island Tf Green International, located just 53 minutes from 252 Central Ave Unit 3.
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