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New Bedford Apartments
Last updated March 19 2024 at 12:45 AM

New Bedford, MA
70 Apartments for Rent

New Bedford Apartment Renter's Guide

Overview


Population: 95,363
Population Density: 4,768.2 people/sq mile
Median Age: 39
Percentage of Family Households: 57%
Median Annual Income: $49,237 / year
Median Rent: $969 / month

What locals are saying

"…Nowhere in all America will you find more patrician-like houses; parks and gardens more opulent, than in New Bedford." (-Herman Melville)

The rest of Melville's description of New Bedford were not as kind, perhaps because he wrote about the city during a time when it was largely known for its whaling industry and was sparsely populated. Today, the city of New Bedford boasts a population of approximately 100,000, and while it remains a famed whaling era seaport, it is now the number one fishing port in the United States.

New Bedford, MA is a charming sea town decorated with beautiful coastlines, public parks, and beaches

New Bedford Demographics


How diverse is New Bedford?

The representation of ethnic minorities in New Bedford is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of New Bedford are White (54.7%), Hispanic Or Latino (25.5%), Two Or More (8.4%), Other (6.7%), Black Or African American (3.4%), Asian (1.3%), American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.1%), and Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0%).

What does the age breakdown look like for New Bedford residents?

The median age in New Bedford is 39 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

How diverse is New Bedford?

The representation of ethnic minorities in New Bedford is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of New Bedford are White (54.7%), Hispanic Or Latino (25.5%), Two Or More (8.4%), Other (6.7%), Black Or African American (3.4%), Asian (1.3%), American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.1%), and Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0%).

What does the age breakdown look like for New Bedford residents?

The median age in New Bedford is 39 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

New Bedford Crime


Overall Crime

Above Average
Overall crime in New Bedford is above average in comparison to the national average.

Violent Crime

Above Average
The level of violent crime in New Bedford is above average compared to the national average violent crime rate.

Property Crime

Above Average
The level of property crime in New Bedford is above average compared to the national average property crime rate.

Top Schools in New Bedford


Elementary Schools

9 /10
James B Congdon
Public
K-5
Public
K-5
336 Students
2 Reviews
336
Students
2 Reviews
6 /10
Jireh Swift
Public
K-5
Public
K-5
215 Students
2 Reviews
215
Students
2 Reviews
6 /10
William H Taylor
Public
K-5
Public
K-5
262 Students
1 Reviews
262
Students
1 Reviews

Middle Schools

5 /10
Global Learning Charter Public School
Charter
5-12
Charter
5-12
509 Students
3 Reviews
509
Students
3 Reviews
2 /10
Keith Middle School
Public
6-8
Public
6-8
892 Students
3 Reviews
892
Students
3 Reviews
2 /10
Normandin Middle School
Public
6-8
Public
6-8
1,254 Students
4 Reviews
1,254
Students
4 Reviews

High Schools

5 /10
Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
2,153 Students
5 Reviews
2,153
Students
5 Reviews
5 /10
Global Learning Charter Public School
Charter
5-12
Charter
5-12
509 Students
3 Reviews
509
Students
3 Reviews
2 /10
New Bedford High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
1,962 Students
2 Reviews
1,962
Students
2 Reviews

What Renters Say about New Bedford


Apartment List has released the results for New Bedford from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.
56%
Parks and Outdoor Activities
40%
Weather
38%
Commute Time
38%
Public Transit
37%
Pet Friendliness
24%
Social Life
19%
Dating
17%
Jobs and Career Opportunities
14%
Quality of Schools
12%
Affordability
10%
Safety and Crime Rate
8%
State and Local Taxes
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You can trust Apartment List to help you find your next New Bedford, MA apartment rental! After all, everyone deserves a home they love.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much is rent in New Bedford?

Apartment Rentals in New Bedford start at $850/month.

How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in New Bedford?

You can use the pet-friendly filter to find New Bedford apartments that allow pets.

How much should I pay for rent in New Bedford?

The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in New Bedford.

How can I find off-campus housing in New Bedford?

You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around New Bedford. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Boston University, Berklee College of Music, Northeastern University, and Northeastern University Professional Advancement Network.