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1861 Dorchester Ave # 5, Boston MA 02124

Boston, MA 02124 • Dorchester's Ashmont
$530,000
1
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,178
Sq Ft
$450
Price/Sq Ft
0.18
Acres
2015
Year Built
1
Parking
28
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jul 8, 2020 • MLS# 72687028 Copied! • Updated Oct 1, 2020

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $539,000
Final Sale Price: $530,000
Difference: $9,000 (-1.7%)
Performance Metrics
98.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
28
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $458
Sale $/sq ft: $450
This property sold for $450 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.7% below the original asking price.

With only 28 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

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

This Property
$450/sq ft
Area Average
$170/sq ft
Difference
+164.6%

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

About this home

A true Loft just steps to the Ashmont T Station (red line) and the fine dining of the Ashmont Grill & Tavolo, this home resides next to the future home of the Dorchester Greenway. Built in 2015, this lead-free home features 14 foot ceilings with windows to match. This super sunny home features polished concrete floors throughout the home for a dramatic industrial aesthetic. The kitchen has a gas stove and stainless appliances with gorgeous wood cabinets. There is a private lofted room, perfect for a home office, studio, or children's private play space. The loft overlooks the living area , which leads out to a 9X20 south facing private patio. Secure and gated deeded parking. This end unit has central heating and cooling, built in speakers with WIFI compatibility, as well as a washer & dryer. There is a private, deeded storage room for all your belongings. The association is pet friendly with a high owner occupancy rate and strong reserves. Energy efficient with a HERS score of 66!

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Property History

Market Insights

20.7%
Price Range
29
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
Sold
Sep 30, 2020
$530,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 29
🏠
Listed for Sale
Jul 8, 2020
$539,000
Original listing
Agent: Greg Maund Office: William Raveis R. E. & Home Services
Previous Transaction - MLS #72299444
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
May 30, 2018
$480,000
MLS #72299444

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2021 $955 $452,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$955
Tax Year 2021
HOA Fee
$277
Monthly
Assessed Value
$452,700

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 2015
Living Area 1,178 sq ft
Lot Size 0.18 acres
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Concrete
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry Main Level, First Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Loft, Wired For Sound

Exterior

Construction Stone
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Patio
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Security
Patio/Porch Patio
Features Assigned
Total Spaces 1
Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $955
Assessed Value $452,700

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $277 Monthly
Fee Includes Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 8
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Seller Disclosures The Gas, Sewer, Water, Trash Are All Through The Association And Paid Quarterly Based On Sub-metered Consumption. Average Monthly Expense For This Unit Has Been $82 Per Month Over The Last 12. The Parking Spot Is Taxed Separately By The City Of Boston.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Low-Rise"]
Unit/Building 5
Sq Ft Source Other
Sq Ft Disclosures includes loft area in unit
Documents Master Deed, Rules & Regs (2)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 29 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
2015
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,178 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1
Bathroom - Half
Kitchen
Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
Bathroom2
Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
Living Room
Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
Master Bedroom
Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Bedroom2
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
Yes

Interior Features

Flooring: Concrete
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Loft, Wired for Sound
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: Main Level, First Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Intercom, TV Monitor

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 2015
Effective Year (Renovated): 2015
Structure Type: Low-Rise
Exterior Materials: Stone
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing: Security
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Assigned
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's Ashmont

1861 Dorchester Ave # 5, Boston MA 02124

Boston, MA 02124

Listing Information

Listing Agent Greg Maund
Listing Office William Raveis R. E. & Home Services
Office Phone 617-731-7737
Agent MLS ID BB800737
Office MLS ID M95383
Listing Data Updated Oct 1, 2020 11:06 AM 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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