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8 Centervale Park, Boston MA 02124
Boston, MA 02124 • Dorchester's Dorchester Center - Melville Park
$1,050,000
Est. $5,977/month
Estimate assumptions
20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.
Includes the supplied property-tax and HOA inputs; missing inputs contribute $0. HOA fees with an unspecified frequency are treated as monthly. PMI and closing costs are excluded.
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Open House Schedule
12
Sep
Saturday, September 12
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM EDT
13
Sep
Sunday, September 13
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
About this home
A once-in-a-generation opportunity awaits at 8 Centervale Park, lovingly maintained and offered for the first time in 33 years! Situated on a beautiful, tree-lined, park-median street in Dorchester's desirable Melville Park, this classic American Foursquare showcases its iconic style across a sprawling 2,581 sq. ft. layout. The three-story, 10-room home features 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a formal dining room, living room, home office or art studio, a flexible attic retreat, and a full basement perfect for a workshop or finished space. The eat-in kitchen shines with a butler's pantry, custom built-ins, and gas cooking. Dentil moldings, ornate hardware, curved, stained & beveled glass windows, coved ceilings, and pocket doors highlight the homes exquisite charm. The grounds transition into a lush garden oasis replete with mature rose bushes, mountain laurel, daffodils, and rose of Sharon, alongside a detached garage. Modernized with a newer roof and updated systems, this property sits moments from Town Field and both the Fields Corner and Shawmut T stations, perfectly pairing historic elegance with seamless commuter convenience.
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Property History
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Listed for Sale
Sep 8, 2026
$1,050,000
Original listing
Agent: Mission Realty Advisors
Office: Compass
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/08/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,050,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $5,606 | $799,700 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$5,606
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$799,700
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1925
Living Area
2,581 sq ft
Lot Size
0.14 acres
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
10
Interior
Heating
Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full, Unfinished
Laundry
In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
High Speed Internet
Exterior
Construction
Frame, Stone
Architecture
Victorian, Craftsman
Roof
Shingle, Rubber
Features
Porch, Covered Patio/deck, Rain Gutters, Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed
Patio/Porch
Porch, Covered
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
4
Utilities
Electric
100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$5,606
Assessed Value
$799,700
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Orange
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1925
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,581 sq ft
Total Rooms
10
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,581 sq ft above grade
LevelThird
LevelThird
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelBasement
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Covered
Room Markers
OOffice (1)
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (5)
BABathroom (4)
DDining (1)
LLiving (2)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
High Speed Internet
Windows:
Storm Window(s)
Basement:
Full, Unfinished
Laundry:
In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Security System
Construction & Materials
Style:
Victorian, Craftsman
Year Built:
1925
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame, Stone
Roof:
Shingle, Rubber
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Hot Water, Oil
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Covered
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Total Parking Spaces:
4
Parking Features:
Detached, Off Street, Paved
Nearby Schools
School information not available for this location.
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Monthly Payment Breakdown
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Property Tax
$467
Homeowners Insurance
$200
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Loan Summary
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Payment Over Time
Year 1
95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
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Location
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Neighborhood
Dorchester's Dorchester Center - Melville Park
8 Centervale Park, Boston MA 02124
Boston, MA 02124
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Mission Realty Advisors
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
617-752-6845
Agent MLS ID
TM334200
Office MLS ID
AN3337
Listing Data Updated
Sep 8, 2026 1:31 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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