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1861 Dorchester Ave # 5, Boston MA 02124

Boston, MA 02124 • Dorchester
$480,000
1
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,178
Sq Ft
$407
Price/Sq Ft
1920
Year Built
1
Parking
39
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 28, 2018 • MLS# 72299444 Copied! • Updated May 30, 2018

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.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 11 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$407/sq ft
Area Average
$170/sq ft
Difference
+139.3%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

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
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Listed for Sale
Mar 28, 2018
$479,000
Original listing
Agent: Scott Nelson Office: RE/MAX Realty Plus

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
Features Off Street, Deeded
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
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
Seller Disclosures Parking For Smaller Cars
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
For Sale
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

Room Details

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

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
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-
Codman Academy Charter Public School
0.4 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
D
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper
0.5 mi | #315 of 346 | Score: 34.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
-23.5 below state avg
631 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 02-12
C-
Kenny Elementary School
0.6 mi | #735 of 824 | Score: 33.3
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-24.9 below state avg
329 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C
Neighborhood House Charter School
0.7 mi | #275 of 346 | Score: 43.8
Improved 16 spots from last year
-14.4 below state avg
786 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 | #710 of 824 | Score: 34.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-23.5 below state avg
283 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
D
Lee K-8 School
0.9 mi | #335 of 352 | Score: 27.1
Improved 8 spots from last year
-31.1 below state avg
551 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
B-
Murphy K-8 School
0.9 mi | #210 of 352 | Score: 40.0
Improved 9 spots from last year
-18.2 below state avg
855 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Saint John Paul II Academy - Lower Mills
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
M

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: 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
Mother Caroline Academy
1.7 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.6 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
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
3.3 mi
C
Ohrenberger School
4.7 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
1.6 mi
McCormack Middle
2.4 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
B+
TechBoston Academy
0.6 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
2.2 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.4 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
D
English High School
2.7 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
Meridian Academy
2.7 mi
Grades 06-09
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.8 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
2.9 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
A-
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
2.9 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
C+
New Mission High School
3.2 mi | #240 of 346 | Score: 47.3
Improved 88 spots from last year
-10.9 below state avg
715 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: 61.1
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
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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
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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