Welby Park Estates
1399 Phillips Rd,
New Bedford, MA 02745
$1,885 - $1,970 | Studio - 2 Beds
New Bedford
New Bedford, MA
Area Guide
Immerse yourself in the history of the Whaling City
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New Bedford’s storied past as a prominent whaling port in the 19th century has earned the city the nickname “the Whaling City.” Modern-day New Bedford boasts a working waterfront that is considered to be America’s number one fishing port, supporting a bevy of commercial and recreational boats. New Bedford honors its rich history in its vibrant downtown area, which is teeming with museums, art galleries, diverse shops, restaurants, and cafes in historic buildings along cobblestone streets.
Renting an apartment or house in New Bedford means getting to enjoy a close-knit community feel, which is fostered by an array of annual events like the Taste of Southcoast, Folk Festival, Jazz Festival, Blues Festival, Working Waterfront Festival, Wine Festival, Oktoberfest, and the Summer Sound Series. There’s always something to do in New Bedford, with the Buttonwood Park Zoo, Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, numerous parks, beaches, and recreational activities located within minutes of most area rentals.
Major destinations like Boston, Providence, Nantucket, and Martha’s Vineyard are just a short drive from New Bedford, affording many residents exciting opportunities for day trips and weekend getaways. Access to Interstate 195, U.S. Highway 6, and Route 140 makes getting around from New Bedford simple.
Rent Trends
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in New Bedford, MA is $1,164 for a studio, $1,390 for one bedroom, $1,838 for two bedrooms, and $2,358 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in New Bedford has increased by 4.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,390/month
587 Sq Ft
Transportation
76
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
36
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
53
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Schools
William H Taylor Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
244 Students
6
Carlos Pacheco Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-6
328 Students
5
Elizabeth Carter Brooks Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
275 Students
5
Hayden-McFadden Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
682 Students
4
Casimir Pulaski Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
544 Students
4
Public
Grades 6-8
1,051 Students
3
Public
Grades 6-8
870 Students
3
Public
Grades 6-8
778 Students
3
Whaling City Junior/Senior High School
Public
Grades 7-12
135 Students
2
Public
Grades 5-12
83 Students
2
Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical
Public
Grades 9-12
2,095 Students
4
Public
Grades 9-12
2,898 Students
2
Whaling City Junior/Senior High School
Public
Grades 7-12
135 Students
2
Public
Grades 5-12
83 Students
2
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- New Bedford Whaling National Historic Park
- Schooner Ernestina
- Buttonwood Park Zoo
- Fort Phoenix State Reservation
- Nasketucket Bay State Reservation
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Rhode Island Tf Green International
- Martha's Vineyard
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.