FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelFourth Floor
86 Walnut St # 3, Boston MA 02122
Boston, MA 02122 • Dorchester's Neponset
$574,900
$549,900
Est. $3,367/month
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About this home
Welcome to beautiful Port Norfolk, just moments from Neponset Circle! This stunning bi-level penthouse condo in a charming circa-1900 four-story brick building offers exceptional value at under $600,000. From the moment you step inside, you'll appreciate the sophisticated design featuring gleaming red oak hardwood floors, abundant natural sunlight, and an open-concept floor plan that's perfect for entertaining or relaxing by the cozy fireplace. An elegant oak spiral staircase leads to a versatile sitting nook or home office, two spacious skylit bedrooms, and a generously sized bathroom with in-unit laundry. Just one block from scenic Sen Joseph Finnegan Neponset River Reservation, you'll enjoy easy access to waterfront walking, running, and biking trails. With a low condo fee, deeded off-street parking, additional basement storage, and an unbeatable combination of character, location, and value, this is a rare opportunity you won't want to miss.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
4.3%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jul 29, 2026
$549,900
$25,000
(-4.35%)
From $574,900 to $549,900 (-4.3%)
Showing Instructions Updated
Jul 9, 2026
New showing requirements
Listed for Sale
Jun 26, 2026
$574,900
Original listing
Agent: Julie Simmons
Office: Conway - Dorchester
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/29/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $549,900 | $25,000 | - | From $574,900 to $549,900 (-4.3%) |
| 07/09/2026 | 👁️ Showing Instructions Updated | - | - | - | New showing requirements |
| 06/26/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $574,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,339 | $405,100 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$1,339
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$275
Per month
Assessed Value
$405,100
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1900
Living Area
1,379 sq ft
Lot Size
0.03 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
None
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Y
Laundry
Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Fourth Floor, In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle, Rubber
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Off Street
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
110 Volts
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$1,339
Assessed Value
$405,100
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$275
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
2
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building
3
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed (2)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
38 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,379 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
2
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,379 sq ft above grade
FeaturesSkylight, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelFourth Floor
FeaturesBathroom - Half, Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelThird
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
LevelThird
FeaturesFlooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelThird
FeaturesWood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup, Open Floorplan
LevelThird
FeaturesSkylight, Closet
LevelSecond
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
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:
Tile, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Fourth Floor, In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1900
Effective Year (Renovated):
1985
Structure Type:
2/3 Family
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Shingle, Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
2
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard
Cooling:
None
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
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
Saint John Paul II Academy - Neponset
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
Murphy K-8 School
0.6 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
C-
Kenny Elementary School
0.7 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
St. Brendan Elementary School
0.7 mi
Grades K-08
C
Neighborhood House Charter School
0.8 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
D
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper
1.6 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
C-
Codman Academy Charter Public School
1.6 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
Saint John Paul II Academy - Lower Mills
1.6 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
UP Academy Charter School of Dorchester
1.8 mi
|
#308 of 352
|
Score: 30.7
Dropped 17 spots from last year
-27.5 below state avg
640 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
D
Mather Elementary School
1.8 mi
|
#754 of 824
|
Score: 32.2
Dropped 257 spots from last year
-26 below state avg
473 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
Epiphany School
1.4 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.4 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
Dearborn Middle School
2.5 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
3.2 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.3 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
3.9 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
5.9 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
McCormack Middle
2.1 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
2.3 mi
High Schools
10 schools
B+
TechBoston Academy
1.8 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.1 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
3.0 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.4 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
Meridian Academy
3.7 mi
Grades 06-09
D
English High School
3.8 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.9 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 Preparatory Charter Public School
4.0 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
Cathedral High School
4.0 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
4.0 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
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Dorchester's Neponset
86 Walnut St # 3, Boston MA 02122
Boston, MA 02122
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Julie Simmons
Listing Office
Conway - Dorchester
Office Phone
617-288-0100
Agent MLS ID
BB903661
Office MLS ID
BB1495
Listing Data Updated
Aug 2, 2026 3:10 AM EDT
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