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1185 Adams St # 5, Boston MA 02124

Boston, MA 02124 • Dorchester's Lower Mills
$370,000
2
Beds
1
Baths
735
Sq Ft
$503
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
1960
Year Built
1
Parking
78
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 14, 2025 • MLS# 73359640 Copied! • Updated Jul 16, 2025

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $409,900
Final Sale Price: $370,000
Difference: $39,900 (-9.7%)
Performance Metrics
90.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
78
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $558
Sale $/sq ft: $503
This property sold for $503 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 9.7% below the original asking price.

The property spent 78 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 8 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$503/sq ft
Area Average
$402/sq ft
Difference
+25.1%

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

About this home

Why rent when you can own? This charming 2-bedroom condo in Dorchester’s Lower Mills is perfect for downsizers or students looking for a smart investment. Freshly painted and professionally cleaned, the unit features hardwood floors, a spacious living room with built-in A/C, and a bright eat-in kitchen. Both bedrooms offer great closet space. Enjoy the ease of assigned off-street parking, on-site laundry, and a low condo fee under $400/month. Located near Dorchester Ave, you’re minutes from shops, dining, transit, and the historic Boston Chocolate Factory. Move-in ready and easy to maintain—don’t miss your chance to own in one of Dorchester’s most walkable neighborhoods!

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Property History

Market Insights

19.2%
Price Range
80
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Sold
Jul 16, 2025
$370,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 80
🏠
Listed for Sale
Apr 15, 2025
$389,900
Original listing
Agent: Naomi Malabre Office: RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Previous Transaction - MLS #72717553
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Oct 15, 2020
$315,000
MLS #72717553

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $4,042 $370,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,042
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$370
Monthly
Assessed Value
$370,800

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1960
Living Area 735 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Electric
Cooling Wall Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Tile
Appliances Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry Common Area, In Building
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame, Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features Off Street, Assigned, Deeded, Paved
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven
Annual Tax $4,042
Assessed Value $370,800

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $370 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities Hot Water, Laundry
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 10
Seller Disclosures Buyer And Buyers Agent Has The Responsibility To Confirm The Accuracy Of All Information Presented/documented For This Listing. Offer(s) Should Be Submitted With 72-hour Expiration To Allow Time For Estate To Review.
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type ["Low-Rise"]
Unit/Building 5
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Kitchen, dining area, livingroom, 2 bedrooms and a bath.
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Association Financial Statements, Certificate Of Insurance (5)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 80 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1960
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
735 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Room Details

First Floor

Kitchen
Bedroom2
Living Room
Master Bedroom

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Bathroom2
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1960
Structure Type: Low-Rise
Exterior Materials: Frame, Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Electric
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned, Deeded, Paved
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
Saint John Paul II Academy - Lower Mills
0.1 mi
Grades PK-08
New Beginnings Academy
0.4 mi
Grades PK-12
D
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper
0.6 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
St. Brendan Elementary School
1.0 mi
Grades K-08
C-
Kenny Elementary School
1.2 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-
Codman Academy Charter Public School
1.2 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
Shaw Elementary School
1.2 mi | #783 of 824 | Score: 29.8
Improved 54 spots from last year
-28.4 below state avg
528 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-06
Berea SDA Academy
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
D
Mildred Avenue K-8 School
1.3 mi | #330 of 352 | Score: 27.9
Dropped 8 spots from last year
-30.3 below state avg
601 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
C
KIPP Academy Boston Charter School
1.3 mi | #277 of 352 | Score: 33.8
Improved 31 spots from last year
-24.4 below state avg
646 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Epiphany School
1.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.5 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.7 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
3.5 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
3.8 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
4.3 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
Middle School Academy
4.3 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
2.6 mi
Irving Middle
3.1 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
B+
TechBoston Academy
1.0 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 Preparatory Charter Public School
2.4 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
2.7 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+
Boston Latin Academy
3.1 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
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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
3.3 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
Meridian Academy
3.4 mi
Grades 06-09
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
3.4 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.8 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
4.2 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 Lower Mills

1185 Adams St # 5, Boston MA 02124

Boston, MA 02124

Listing Information

Listing Agent Naomi Malabre
Listing Office RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Office Phone 617-566-0300
Agent MLS ID CT009550
Office MLS ID AN8327
Listing Data Updated Jul 16, 2025 4:37 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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