FeaturesCloset, Balcony / Deck
LevelSecond
161 Dorchester St # 2, Boston MA 02127
Boston, MA 02127 • South Boston
$885,000
Est. $5,822/month
Estimate assumptions
20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.
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Open House Schedule
20
Sep
Sunday, September 20
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM EDT
19
Sep
Saturday, September 19
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM EDT
About this home
Top floor bi-level in a classic 1890 brick rowhouse on Dorchester Street, a short walk to West Broadway. Freshly painted, hardwood floors just refinished, and vacant. Move in the day you close.The main level runs open from the front windows to the kitchen. A gas fireplace anchors the living room. The kitchen has warm wood cabinetry, granite counters, a breakfast bar, stainless appliances and a gas range, with a dining area under a chandelier beside it. The primary bedroom and a full bath are on this floor.Upstairs are two more bedrooms, a second full bath, and a stacked washer and dryer. One bedroom opens straight onto the private rear roof deck, where the downtown skyline sits right in front of you. The third bedroom has a cedar closet and works just as well as an office.Central air with a brand new HVAC system installed in 2026. The water heater and laundry machines are recent. The deck was built about three years ago. Fiber internet is available in the building.A quiet two unit association with professional management. Pets welcome.Restaurants and shops on West Broadway, the Red Line at Broadway, the beach, the Seaport and the South End are all close by. Easy access to 93 and the Expressway.
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Property History
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Listed for Sale
Sep 16, 2026
$885,000
Original listing
Agent: Shane Hayes
Office: SelectRE Boston
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/16/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $885,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,558 | $825,400 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$9,558
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$350
Monthly
Assessed Value
$825,400
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1890
Living Area
1,247 sq ft
Lot Size
0.03 acres
Stories
2
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
N
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Second Floor, In Building, Washer Hookup
Features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom, High Speed Internet
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Deck, Screens, Rain Gutters
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$9,558
Assessed Value
$825,400
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$350 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Insurance, Maintenance Structure
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["2/3 Family"]
Unit/Building
2
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Master Plan, Floor Plans, Association Financial Statements, Certificate Of Insurance (7)
County
Suffolk
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,247 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
2
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,247 sq ft above grade
FeaturesCedar Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Gas Stove
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan
LevelFirst
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck
Room Markers
OOffice (1)
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (5)
BABathroom (4)
DDining (1)
LLiving (2)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom, High Speed Internet
Windows:
Screens
Basement:
N
Laundry:
Electric Dryer Hookup, Second Floor, In Building, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1890
Structure Type:
2/3 Family
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
2
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck, Screens, Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch:
Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
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
3 schools
St. Peter Academy School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Perkins Elementary
0.2 mi
F
Condon K-8 School
0.3 mi
|
#347 of 352
|
Score: 24.2
Improved 11 spots from last year
-34 below state avg
448 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
3 schools
Middle School Academy
0.1 mi
UP Academy
0.1 mi
McCormack Middle
1.2 mi
High Schools
3 schools
F
Boston Collaborative High School
0.1 mi
|
#389 of 346
|
Score: 22.8
Dropped 2 spots from last year
282 students
Diverse
Grades 09-12
Excel High
0.2 mi
F
Excel High School
0.2 mi
|
#332 of 346
|
Score: 26.4
Improved 28 spots from last year
-31.8 below state avg
90 students
Very Diverse
11 sports
• 241 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 10-12
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Neighborhood
South Boston
161 Dorchester St # 2, Boston MA 02127
Boston, MA 02127
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Shane Hayes
Listing Office
SelectRE Boston
Office Phone
617-777-6109
Agent MLS ID
CN238994
Office MLS ID
AC2174
Listing Data Updated
Sep 16, 2026 11:56 AM EDT
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