42 Pleasant Street, Boston MA 02125

Boston, MA 02125 • Dorchester - Savin Hill /Columbia
$1,195,000
Est. $6,360/month
3
Beds
3
Baths
3,658
Sq Ft
$327
Price/Sq Ft
0.14
Acres
1925
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
15
Days on Market
Active Price Drop -$55,000 Open House Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73429237

About this home

Perched on one of Dorchester’s most historic blocks, 42 Pleasant Street is a 1920s Colonial Revival blending architectural grandeur with modern comfort. Offering 3,000+ sqf., 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, a partially finished basement and a 2-car garage, this home combines space, character and convenience just minutes from downtown Boston. Inside, soaring ceilings, sweeping staircases, bay windows, built-in banquette seating and multiple fireplaces set a tone of quiet elegance. A gracious foyer flows into the dining room, while the kitchen with soapstone sink opens to a private fenced yard with grapevine-covered patio. Historic details abound - original millwork, crown moldings, and original glass doorknobs. Upstairs, 3 spacious bedrooms share a full bath and laundry room. The 3rd floor offers options for renovation as a primary suite, office or studio. The lower level offers a full bath and bonus living options. Enjoy local favorites: Comfort Kitchen, Yeanies, 224 & close to the Red Line T!

Open House Schedule

27
Sep
Saturday, September 27
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM EDT
28
Sep
Sunday, September 28
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1925
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
3,658 sq ft
Total Rooms
14

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Hardwood
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Other
Has Cooling
Yes
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
2
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Walk-up Attic
Basement Details
Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete
Door Features
French Doors

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Stone, Granite
Exterior Features
Porch, Patio, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees
Patio/Porch Features
Porch, Patio
Fencing
Fenced
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Features
Bay, Ocean, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.14 acres
Lot Size
5,978 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1400
Lot Features
Level

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
No
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
4
Parking Features
Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Covered Parking Spaces
2

Utilities & Systems

Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
200+ Amp Service

Community & HOA

Subdivision
Savin Hill /Columbia
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Highway Access, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$10,502
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$1,243,000
Parcel Number
1302063000,4681385
Zoning
RES

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No

Location

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Neighborhood

Dorchester - Savin Hill /Columbia

42 Pleasant Street, Boston MA 02125

Boston, MA 02125

Walkability

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Schools

School information not available

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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $875
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

1
Price Changes
4.4%
Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
Sep 25, 2025
$1,195,000 $55,000 (-4.4%)
From $1,250,000 to $1,195,000 (-4.4%)
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Listed for Sale
Sep 11, 2025
$1,250,000
Original listing
Agent: Leslie MacKinnon Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 25, 2025 Price Changed $1,195,000 -$55,000
Sep 11, 2025 New Listing Added $1,250,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
15 days
Price per Sq Ft
$327
Total Price Drop
-$55,000

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $10,502 $1,243,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$10,502
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,243,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Leslie MacKinnon
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID CT008838
Office MLS ID AN2383

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