537 Talbot Ave, Boston MA 02124

Boston, MA 02124 • Dorchester
$435,000
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,828
Sq Ft
$154
Price/Sq Ft
0.13
Acres
1922
Year Built
61
Days on Market
Sold 2004 Listed Feb 19, 2004 • MLS# 30814938 Copied! • Updated Apr 30, 2004

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $449,000
Final Sale Price: $435,000
Difference: $14,000 (-3.1%)
Performance Metrics
96.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
61
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $159
Sale $/sq ft: $154
This property sold for $154 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.1% below the original asking price.

The property spent 61 days on market before selling.

About this home

A fantastic completely restored 2800 sq ft gem at the foot of Ashmont Hill. 4 huge bedrms including gigantic top floor master overlooking extensive back yard. 6000 square foot lot. Possible 2 family conversion. New 200 amp electric, plumbing, ceramic baths, 1st floor laundry, gas heating, appliances, etc. Clean and understated detail including original staircase, beamed ceilings in country kitchen, library, and a fireplace in the DR. All w/ a walk to Ashmont Station and easy Rt. 93 Access.

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

63.2%
Price Range
110
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73595569
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Oct 27, 2026
$775,000
MLS #73595569 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #71786986
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Aug 10, 2015
$380,000
MLS #71786986
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Sold
Apr 30, 2004
$435,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 110
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Listed for Sale
Feb 19, 2004
$425,000
Original listing
Agent: Justin L. Green Office: At Home Real Estate Group, Inc
Previous Transaction - MLS #30710586
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jul 22, 2003
$285,000
MLS #30710586

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2003 $1,627 $239,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$1,627
Tax Year 2003
HOA Fee
$0
Per month
Assessed Value
$239,600

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1922
Living Area 2,828 sq ft
Lot Size 0.13 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 9

Interior

Heating Central, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Microwave
Fireplace Dining Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Bulkhead
Laundry First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Walk-in Closet(s), Library, Foyer, Sun Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Victorian
Roof Shingle
Features Porch
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch
Features On Street
Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public, City/town Water
Sewer Public Sewer, City/town Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Oven, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $1,627
Assessed Value $239,600
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Association Required No
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing Other (see Remarks)
Structure Type []
House Color YELLOW
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 52 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1922
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,828 sq ft
Total Rooms
9

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Microwave
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Library, Foyer, Sun Room
Windows:
Basement: Full, Bulkhead
Laundry: First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Victorian
Year Built: 1922
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone, Other

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Sewer: Public Sewer, City/Town Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch
Patio & Porch: Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Frontage: 0.00 ft
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Dining Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping
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
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
D
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper
0.3 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-
Codman Academy Charter Public School
0.5 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
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
Saint John Paul II Academy - Lower Mills
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
St. Brendan Elementary School
0.7 mi
Grades K-08
C
Neighborhood House Charter School
0.8 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
Saint John Paul II Academy - Neponset
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
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
C-
Holmes Elementary School
1.0 mi | #717 of 825 | Score: 34.5
Dropped 31 spots from last year
-23.7 below state avg
301 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
B-
Murphy K-8 School
1.0 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
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Epiphany School
0.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
1.8 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
1.9 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
1.9 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
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.7 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
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
3.5 mi
C
Ohrenberger School
4.6 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
1.8 mi
McCormack Middle
2.6 mi
H

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
2.4 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
2.5 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
2.8 mi
Grades 06-09
A-
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
2.8 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
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
3.0 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.0 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
C+
New Mission High School
3.1 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
3.5 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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Dorchester

537 Talbot Ave, Boston MA 02124

Boston, MA 02124

Listing Information

Listing Agent Justin L. Green
Listing Office At Home Real Estate Group, Inc
Office Phone 617-436-7676
Agent MLS ID NB110191
Office MLS ID NB9588
Listing Data Updated Apr 30, 2004 3:14 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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