1861 Dorchester Ave # 5, Boston MA 02124
Boston, MA 02124 • Dorchester
$480,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$479,000
Final Sale Price:
$480,000
Difference:
+$1,000 (+0.2%)
Performance Metrics
100.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
39
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$407
Sale $/sq ft:
$407
This property sold for $407 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 0.2% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
The property spent 39 days on market before selling.
About this home
Stunning and massive, one of a kind loft in Peabody Square! Brand new in 2015 featuring soaring 14-foot ceilings with gorgeous, sun-drenched windows. This must see loft has it all: Central air, private patio, deeded, gated parking with 24 hour security camera, new hi-tech systems throughout, stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, double sound proof walls, insulated concrete floors and private entrance from patio. A commuters dream with the Ashmont T station a stones throw away. Come see for yourself... You will fall in love!
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Property History
Market Insights
20.8%
Price Range
40
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Previous Transaction - MLS #73429411
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Oct 29, 2025
$605,000
MLS #73429411
Previous Transaction - MLS #72687028
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Sep 30, 2020
$530,000
MLS #72687028
Sold
May 30, 2018
$480,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 40
Listed for Sale
Mar 28, 2018
$479,000
Original listing
Agent: Scott Nelson
Office: RE/MAX Realty Plus
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/29/2025 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $605,000 | - | - | MLS #73429411 |
| 09/30/2020 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $530,000 | - | - | MLS #72687028 |
| 05/30/2018 | ✓ Sold | $480,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 03/28/2018 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $479,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $3,842 | $362,800 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$3,842
Tax Year 2017
HOA Fee
$264
Monthly
Assessed Value
$362,800
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1920
Living Area
1,178 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Central, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Patio
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Patio
Parking
Features
Off Street, Deeded
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$3,842
Assessed Value
$362,800
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$264 Monthly
Fee Includes
Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
8
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Parking For Smaller Cars
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Loft"]
Unit/Building
5
Sq Ft Source
Unit Floor Plan
Sq Ft Disclosures
Includes approximately 215 sq feet in loft area. According to floor plan unit is 963+215 sq feet.
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
40 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,178 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1920
Effective Year (Renovated):
1915
Structure Type:
Loft
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Forced Air
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio
Patio & Porch:
Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Off Street, Deeded
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-
Codman Academy Charter Public School
0.4 mi
|
#308 of 346
|
Score: 36.8
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-21.4 below state avg
345 students
Diverse
College Ready Curriculum
Grades PK-12
D
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper
0.5 mi
|
#323 of 346
|
Score: 32.2
Improved 26 spots from last year
-26 below state avg
605 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 02-12
C-
Kenny Elementary School
0.6 mi
|
#743 of 825
|
Score: 32.9
Dropped 31 spots from last year
-25.3 below state avg
315 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C
Neighborhood House Charter School
0.7 mi
|
#277 of 346
|
Score: 44.9
Improved 14 spots from last year
-13.3 below state avg
768 students
Diverse
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
St. Brendan Elementary School
0.8 mi
Grades K-08
Saint John Paul II Academy - Neponset
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
Holmes Elementary School
0.9 mi
|
#717 of 825
|
Score: 34.5
Dropped 31 spots from last year
-23.7 below state avg
301 students
Diverse
Grades PK-06
F
Lee K-8 School
0.9 mi
|
#339 of 352
|
Score: 26.8
Improved 4 spots from last year
-31.4 below state avg
582 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Saint John Paul II Academy - Lower Mills
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
Murphy K-8 School
0.9 mi
|
#208 of 352
|
Score: 39.9
Improved 11 spots from last year
-18.3 below state avg
833 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
10 schools
Epiphany School
0.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
1.6 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
1.7 mi
|
#4 of 16
|
Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
1.7 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.6 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
3.3 mi
C
Ohrenberger School
4.7 mi
|
#266 of 352
|
Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Frederick Pilot Middle
1.6 mi
McCormack Middle
2.4 mi
High Schools
10 schools
B+
TechBoston Academy
0.6 mi
|
#10 of 25
|
Score: 34.9
Improved 350 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
869 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.2 mi
|
#2 of 25
|
Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.4 mi
|
#20 of 25
|
Score: 29.1
Improved 345 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
584 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 128 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
English High School
2.7 mi
|
#328 of 346
|
Score: 28.9
Improved 30 spots from last year
-29.3 below state avg
653 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 332 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.7 mi
Grades 06-09
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.8 mi
|
#13 of 25
|
Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students
Moderate
10 sports
• 242 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
2.9 mi
|
#14 of 25
|
Score: 31.6
Improved 349 spots from last year
-26.7 below state avg
480 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A-
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
2.9 mi
|
#8 of 25
|
Score: 43.6
Improved 287 spots from last year
-14.6 below state avg
670 students
Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
C+
New Mission High School
3.2 mi
|
#231 of 346
|
Score: 49.5
Improved 97 spots from last year
-8.7 below state avg
739 students
Diverse
13 sports
• 458 athletes
Early College Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.3 mi
|
#90 of 346
|
Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
Dorchester
1861 Dorchester Ave # 5, Boston MA 02124
Boston, MA 02124
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Scott Nelson
Listing Office
RE/MAX Realty Plus
Office Phone
617-268-5100
Agent MLS ID
CN205558
Office MLS ID
NA9246
Listing Data Updated
May 30, 2018 3:28 PM EDT
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