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42 Algonquin Street, Boston MA 02124

Boston, MA 02124 • Dorchester's Codman Square
$700,000
Est. $4,290/month
7
Beds
2
Baths
2,744
Sq Ft
$255
Price/Sq Ft
0.10
Acres
1890
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
13 minutes
Time on Market
Active Listed Dec 31, 2025 • MLS# 73464297 Copied!

About this home

Located at 42 Algonquin Street in the vibrant city of Boston, Massachusetts, this single-family residence presents a unique opportunity to own a piece of history. This home has been standing since 1890, holding timeless appeal. With seven bedrooms, this residence offers an abundance of space to create personalized sanctuaries for rest and rejuvenation. Imagine transforming each room into a reflection of your unique style, from a cozy reading nook to a bright and airy creative studio. The possibilities are as expansive as your imagination. This property includes one full bathroom and two half bathrooms, thoughtfully distributed to provide convenience. The layout supports comfortable living within the 2744 square feet of living area. The property is set upon a 4200 square foot lot. This single-family residence, with its storied past and ample space, awaits your vision to transform it into a cherished home for years to come. Stay tuned for more photos and more details.

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
7
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,744 sq ft
Total Rooms
10
Main Level Bedrooms
1

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1890
Living Area 2,744 sq ft
Lot Size 0.10 acres
Bedrooms 7
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 2
Total Rooms 10

Interior

Heating Oil
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood
Appliances Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace Dining Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full
Laundry First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Entrance Foyer

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch - Enclosed, Deck

Parking

Features Off Street
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $6,608
Assessed Value $570,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer
Windows: Screens
Basement: Full
Laundry: First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1890
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Porch - Enclosed, Deck
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Dining Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Laundromat, House of Worship, Public School, Sidewalks

Location

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Neighborhood

Dorchester's Codman Square

42 Algonquin Street, Boston MA 02124

Boston, MA 02124

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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
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
C-
Holmes Elementary School
< 0.1 mi | #710 of 824 | Score: 34.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-23.5 below state avg
283 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
D
Greenwood Sarah K-8 School
0.2 mi | #334 of 352 | Score: 27.2
Same rank as last year
-31 below state avg
357 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-08
C-
UP Academy Charter School of Dorchester
0.3 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
Lee K-8 School
0.5 mi | #335 of 352 | Score: 27.1
Improved 8 spots from last year
-31.1 below state avg
551 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
C-
Codman Academy Charter Public School
0.6 mi | #293 of 346 | Score: 40.3
Dropped 9 spots from last year
-17.9 below state avg
344 students Moderate
College Ready Curriculum
Grades PK-12
C-
UP Academy Holland School
0.6 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
Compass School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-12
A
Brooke Charter School Mattapan
0.9 mi | #45 of 346 | Score: 67.9
Improved 79 spots from last year
+9.7 above state avg
2,216 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades K-12
F
King Elementary School
0.9 mi | #823 of 824 | Score: 22.7
Dropped 3 spots from last year
-35.6 below state avg
464 students Diverse
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
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Epiphany School
0.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
0.7 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
0.8 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
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.7 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
2.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
2.8 mi
C
Ohrenberger School
4.5 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
0.8 mi
McCormack Middle
2.2 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
B+
TechBoston Academy
0.8 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
1.4 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
Meridian Academy
1.8 mi
Grades 06-09
D
English High School
1.8 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.0 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
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
2.1 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.2 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-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.5 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
A-
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
3.0 mi | #8 of 25 | Score: 41.6
Improved 287 spots from last year
-16.6 below state avg
700 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
Cathedral High School
3.1 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
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Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
Dec 31, 2025
$700,000
Original listing
Agent: Melanie Daye Office: Boston's Future Finest RE

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Dec 31, 2025 New Listing Added $700,000 —

Market Statistics

Time on Market
13 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$255

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $6,608 $570,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,608
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$570,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Melanie Daye
Listing Office Boston's Future Finest RE
Agent MLS ID BB804827
Office MLS ID AN3813

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