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488 Dorchester Ave # 2B, Boston MA 02127

Boston, MA 02127 • South Boston
$4,500
Est. $223/month
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,236
Sq Ft
$4
Price/Sq Ft
1,236
Lot Sq Ft
2016
Year Built
Condominium
Type
21
Days on Market
Pending Listed Mar 16, 2026 • MLS# 73487122 Copied!

About this home

Beautiful and sunny 2 bed 2 bath condo with open concept layout leaves very little to be desired. The sleek and modern kitchen offers waterfall countertops , stainless steel appliances and ample cabinet storage. The living room is streaming with sunlight from the floor to ceiling windows. Primary bedroom suite has a beautiful marble tiled bathroom equipped with an oversized glass enclosed shower. There is also second queen sized bedroom adjacent to the living room with common bathroom next door, perfectly equipped for home office/guest room. Unit boasts a TON extras - window treatments and Sonos sound system throughout, in-unit laundry, California Closets, in-unit secured video entry, wine cooler, and more! Unit includes garage parking spot and access to in building gym. The building is in a fantastic location close to the red line (Andrew square Stop), 93, 90, and local restaurants/bars. Available September 1st, 2026.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner HU MENGHAN
Mailing Address 488 DORCHESTER AV #2-C, SOUTH BOSTON, MA, 02127

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Low Rise

Tax Information

Assessed Value $886,900
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $9,126
CPA Surcharge 1% ($81)
Estimated Annual Tax $9,207

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $886,900 $886,900 —

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Aug 30, 2021 $1 66189/147
Mar 25, 2021 $228,564 65076/278
Oct 31, 2019 $750,000 61996/251
Oct 3, 2019 $735,000 61847/89
Jan 17, 2018 $400,000 59075/324
Dec 21, 2017 $9 58968/124
May 31, 2017 $850,000 58007/233
May 30, 2017 $945,000 58002/151
Apr 21, 2017 $977,000 57831/016
Apr 12, 2017 $206,100 57797/244

Building Permit History

Issued Type / Work Status Value
Dec 11, 2025 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1804980 		Open $1,800
Jul 25, 2025 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1755032 		Closed $4,000
Jun 20, 2025 Gas Permit
GAS
Gas
Permit #G1735548 		Closed $400
Jun 5, 2025 Short Form Bldg Permit
SIDE
Siding
Permit #SF1718855 		Open $2,400,000
Jun 21, 2024 Short Form Bldg Permit
INTEXT
Interior/Exterior Work
Permit #SF1605445 		Closed $26,500
Aug 9, 2022 Long Form/Alteration Permit
EXTREN
Renovations - Exterior
Permit #ALT1326941 		Open $435,972
Data: City of Boston Open Data (Analyze Boston)

Municipal Context: BOSTON

Median Home Value $745,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $4,523
Residential Tax Rate $10.29/1000
CPA Surcharge 1%
County Suffolk

Property Data Comparison

Field Assessor MLS Match
Year built 2,016 2,016 ✓
Match: fuzzy_address (65.0% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
2016
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,236 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Entry Level
2

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Condominium
Year Built 2016
Living Area 1,236 sq ft
Lot Size 1,236 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry In Unit
Features Elevator

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck - Composite, City View(s)
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Composite

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features None
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Financial

HOA Yes

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Elevator
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry: In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 2016
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Composite, City View(s)
Patio & Porch: Deck - Composite
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features:

Special Features

View: Yes
View Type: City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

South Boston

488 Dorchester Ave # 2B, Boston MA 02127

Boston, MA 02127

Walkability

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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
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.5 mi | #155 of 346 | Score: 54.9
Improved 160 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
1,379 students Moderate
High Graduation Rate Rising School
Grades 05-12
St. Peter Academy School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
F
Condon K-8 School
0.5 mi | #345 of 352 | Score: 24.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-33.6 below state avg
518 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
F
Clap Elementary School
0.6 mi | #808 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
140 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
B
Boston Collegiate Charter School
0.8 mi | #167 of 346 | Score: 53.7
Improved 31 spots from last year
-4.5 below state avg
708 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-12
Saint John Paul II Academy - Columbia
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
F
Tynan Elementary School
0.9 mi | #816 of 824 | Score: 24.8
Dropped 94 spots from last year
-33.5 below state avg
227 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.0 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
1.1 mi | #326 of 352 | Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
C
Hurley K-8 School
1.2 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
0.3 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
1.7 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
Dearborn Middle School
2.1 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Nativity Prep School
2.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
2.8 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.8 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
UP Academy
0.3 mi
McCormack Middle
1.2 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.9 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.1 mi | #268 of 346 | Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
1.2 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.3 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.7 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 Latin Academy
1.8 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
Newman School
1.9 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
2.3 mi | #19 of 346 | Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.7 mi
Grades 06-09
D
English High School
3.2 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
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Property Timeline

⏳
Pending Sale
Apr 7, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 16, 2026
$4,500
Original listing
Agent: Michael Peerless Office: Boston Heritage Realty, LLC
Previous Transaction - MLS #72113978
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Dec 14, 2016
$784,000
MLS #72113978
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Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 16, 2026 New Listing Added $4,500 —
Dec 14, 2016 Sold $784,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
21 days
Price per Sq Ft
$4

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
Tax history not available

Listing Information

Listing Agent Michael Peerless
Listing Office Boston Heritage Realty, LLC
Agent MLS ID CT009574
Office MLS ID AC1122
Listing Data Updated Apr 7, 2026 2:58 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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