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Highlights

  • Dishwasher
  • Open layout
  • Hardwood floors
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Ample closet space
  • Quartz counters

Location

81 Summer St, New Bedford, MA 02740, USA
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Property Overview

81 Summer Street earns a strong overall rating, with especially high marks for location, amenities, and value. It offers appealing features like hardwood floors, quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, an open layout, dishwasher, and ample closet space, while the nearby grocery access adds convenience.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.7
Very Good
81 Summer Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • High school nearby

Floor plans

81 Summer Street - 3W2 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,575 /moCompletely renovated and sun drenched 2 bedroom corner unit steps from historic Downtown New Bedford. This stunning apartment is located down the street from all the cafes, waterfront restaurants, shops, museums and entertainment that Downtown has to offer. The renovated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, quartz counters, a dishwasher, and a disposal. 1 tandem parking spot included that can fit two cars! There are hardwood floors throughout, an open layout, and stunning architectural details from the 1800s such as original moldings and trims. Apartment features ample closet space, a giant mudroom, and a freshly renovated and completely stunning bathroom. One bedroom features a built-in desk which is perfect when working from home. This stunning apartment will go fast!

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About 81 Summer Street

HomeApartments in New Bedford 81 Summer Street

Completely renovated and sun drenched 2 bedroom corner unit steps from historic Downtown New Bedford. This stunning apartment is located down the street from all the cafes, waterfront restaurants, shops, museums and entertainment that Downtown has to offer. The renovated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, quartz counters, a dishwasher, and a disposal. 1 tandem parking spot included that can fit two cars! There are hardwood floors throughout, an open layout, and stunning architectural details from the 1800s such as original moldings and trims. Apartment features ample closet space, a giant mudroom, and a freshly renovated and completely stunning bathroom. One bedroom features a built-in desk which is perfect when working from home. This stunning apartment will go fast!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.7
/10
Very Good
81 Summer Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 81 Summer Street
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 81 Summer Street is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 81 Summer Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
81 Summer Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 81 Summer Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
81 Summer Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 81 Summer Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 miles away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 miles away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 miles away

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Rent trends in New Bedford

2-bedroom apartments at 81 Summer Street cost about 2% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in New Bedford.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
New Bedford
A table of studio rental data trends in New Bedford
MonthMedian Rent
January 2025$900
February 2025$953
March 2025$990
April 2025$1,094
May 2025$1,275
June 2025$1,191
July 2025$1,110
August 2025$1,114
September 2025$1,160
October 2025$1,171
November 2025$1,310
December 2025$1,625
January 2026$1,450
February 2026$1,250
March 2026$1,262
April 2026$1,250
May 2026$1,255
June 2026$1,212
July 2026$1,200
August 2026$1,305
September 2026$1,287
October 2026$1,300

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$63,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $63,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,575.
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Schools near 81 Summer Street

Rochester Memorial School

16 pine st

rochester, MA, 2770

PK, K-6Public
B-

Sippican School

16 spring st

marion, MA, 2738

PK, K-6Public
B+

Wilbur & McMahon Schools

28 commons

little compton, RI, 2837

PK, K-8Public
A-
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Getting around New Bedford near 81 Summer St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 81 Summer St, New Bedford

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Nightlife

7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Explore the area around 81 Summer St

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Butcher Shop
123 Dartmouth St
Price Rite of South New Bedford
39 South St
Giammalvo's Market
1914 Purchase St
Mariner Seaford
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