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Highlights

  • Heat included
  • Off street parking
  • No smoking

Location

1870 Purchase St, New Bedford, MA 02740, USA
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Management

Your Landlord, LLC

Leasing office

(844) 325-9308 ext. 5382

Property Overview

1870 Purchase Street has received a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3 out of 10, reflecting its competitive pricing and excellent value for its amenities and location. Notable features include heat included, off-street parking, and a smoke-free environment, enhancing the quality of living. The property stands out for its impressive amenities, rated 8 out of 10, and exceptional location rated 9 out of 10, offering residents easy access to transportation and local attractions.

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1870 Purchase Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1870 Purchase Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

1870 Purchase Street - 82 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,475 /moTwo-bedroom apartment on the 4th floor. Mini Splits for heating and cooling. Renter is responsible for electric, cable and internet. First, Last and Security required upon signing rental agreement. Background check will be required for final applicant approved. Pets considered. No smoking. Off street parking available.

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About 1870 Purchase Street

HomeApartments in New Bedford 1870 Purchase Street

Two-bedroom apartment on the 4th floor. Mini Splits for heating and cooling. Renter is responsible for electric, cable and internet. First, Last and Security required upon signing rental agreement. Background check will be required for final applicant approved. Pets considered. No smoking. Off street parking available.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1870 Purchase Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1870 Purchase Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1870 Purchase Street
Price·10A 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.
1870 Purchase Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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, 1870 Purchase 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.
1870 Purchase 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 1870 Purchase 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.
1870 Purchase 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.

1870 Purchase Street is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • 1 coworking space or cafe within 1 mile
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

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 1870 Purchase Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away

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Rent trends in New Bedford

2-bedroom apartments at 1870 Purchase Street cost about 18% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in New Bedford.

Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
New Bedford
A table of studio rental data trends in New Bedford
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$850
April 2024$1,037
May 2024$975
June 2024$1,112
July 2024$1,062
August 2024$1,025
September 2024$1,237
October 2024$900
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

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$59,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $59,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,475.
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Schools near 1870 Purchase Street

John A. Parker Elementary School

705 county st

new bedford, MA, 2740

PK, K-5Public
C

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 1870 Purchase St

Walking

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

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1870 Purchase St, New Bedford

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 1870 Purchase St

Giammalvo's Market
1914 Purchase St
Family Market & Bakery
1926 Purchase St
Continental Market
243 Sawyer St
Xavier Market
290 N Front St
Market Basket
122 Sawyer St

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