1486 Dorchester Ave, Boston MA 02122
Boston, MA 02122
$8/mo
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About this home
Available for lease is approximately 5,000 square feet on the second floor of the historic Howard Building, prominently located in the heart of Fields Corner. This expansive unit features 10+ private offices, a large stage or assembly room, two bathrooms, and multiple multi-purpose/flex rooms, offering an adaptable layout suitable for a wide range of uses.The space has a strong history of community and cultural impact, having previously housed respected nonprofit organizations such as the Dorchester Art Project, Vietnamese-American Civic Association, and ACORN.Ideally positioned directly across from the Fields Corner MBTA Red Line station, the property offers exceptional accessibility for staff, clients, and visitors. The building is also within close proximity to banks, restaurants, retail, and neighborhood markets, with Route 93 approximately 2 miles away.
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Property History
Property Timeline
Listed for Rent
Aug 11, 2026
$8
Original listing
Agent: Jonathan Simon
Office: DMG Brokerage, LLC
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/11/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $8 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $33,385 | — |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$33,385
Tax Year 2025
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Commercial Lease
Year Built
1920
Living Area
5,000 sq ft
Lot Size
0.12 acres
Rental Details
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County
Suffolk
Property Overview
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1920
Living Area
5,000 sq ft
Floor Layout
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Nearby Schools
School District
Boston School District local
C-
Where Graduates Go
Class of 2021
52%
attend college
38%
4-Year
14%
2-Year
7%
Out of State
7%
Working
School Safety
2024-25
3.7%
Above Average
3.2%
Suspensions
0.3%
In-School
0.5%
Emergency
1.8% below state avg
Elementary Schools
10 schools
C-
UP Academy Charter School of Dorchester
0.5 mi
|
#308 of 352
|
Score: 30.7
Dropped 17 spots from last year
-27.5 below state avg
640 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
D
Mather Elementary School
0.6 mi
|
#754 of 824
|
Score: 32.2
Dropped 257 spots from last year
-26 below state avg
473 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C
Neighborhood House Charter School
0.6 mi
|
#275 of 346
|
Score: 43.8
Improved 16 spots from last year
-14.4 below state avg
786 students
Diverse
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
Compass School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-12
B-
Murphy K-8 School
0.7 mi
|
#210 of 352
|
Score: 40.0
Improved 9 spots from last year
-18.2 below state avg
855 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C-
UP Academy Holland School
0.8 mi
|
#721 of 824
|
Score: 34.1
Improved 98 spots from last year
-24.1 below state avg
641 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
C-
Holmes Elementary School
0.8 mi
|
#710 of 824
|
Score: 34.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-23.5 below state avg
283 students
Diverse
Grades PK-06
Saint John Paul II Academy - Neponset
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
Everett Elementary School
0.9 mi
|
#728 of 824
|
Score: 33.7
Dropped 53 spots from last year
-24.5 below state avg
288 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C
Conservatory Lab Charter School
1.0 mi
|
#261 of 352
|
Score: 35.6
Dropped 4 spots from last year
-22.6 below state avg
454 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
10 schools
Epiphany School
0.6 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
1.0 mi
|
#4 of 16
|
Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
1.2 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
1.3 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.0 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Middle School Academy
2.4 mi
Nativity Prep School
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
5.3 mi
|
#265 of 352
|
Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Frederick Pilot Middle
1.0 mi
McCormack Middle
1.5 mi
High Schools
10 schools
B+
TechBoston Academy
1.3 mi
|
#11 of 25
|
Score: 34.1
Improved 349 spots from last year
-24.1 below state avg
850 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
1.5 mi
|
#19 of 25
|
Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 128 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
1.7 mi
|
#2 of 25
|
Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.1 mi
|
#13 of 25
|
Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students
Diverse
10 sports
• 242 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.4 mi
Grades 06-09
D
English High School
2.6 mi
|
#324 of 346
|
Score: 29.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
-28.5 below state avg
720 students
Moderate
8 sports
• 332 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.7 mi
|
#90 of 346
|
Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
2.8 mi
|
#14 of 25
|
Score: 31.3
Improved 349 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
428 students
Less Diverse
Strong AP Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
2.9 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
3.3 mi
|
#268 of 346
|
Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
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1486 Dorchester Ave, Boston MA 02122
Boston, MA 02122
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Jonathan Simon
Listing Office
DMG Brokerage, LLC
Office Phone
781-591-3232
Agent MLS ID
CN211888
Office MLS ID
AN1823
Listing Data Updated
Aug 10, 2026 11:27 PM EDT
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