1138 Adams St, Boston MA 02124
Boston, MA 02124 • Dorchester's Dorchester Center
$11,500,000
$999,995
Est. $6,173/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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About this home
Welcome to 1138 Adams Street, a classic Dorchester two-family home offering spacious living across 3,178 SF and set on a beautiful 6,605 SF lot. Nestled in the vibrant Lower Mills neighborhood, this property combines residential charm with everyday convenience to cafés, parks, and local favorites. Whether you’re seeking multi-generational living, rental income, or a home with room to grow, this property provides comfort, flexibility, and a location that continues to shine within Boston’s evolving landscape. This property offers a substantial footprint for renovation, modernization, or repositioning. The property’s scale, layout, and location in Adams Village make it an excellent candidate for contractors, developers, or investors seeking a project with meaningful upside. With strong neighborhood fundamentals and a multi-family configuration that remains in high demand, 1138 Adams Street is ready for its next chapter.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
13%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Pending Sale
Aug 27, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Price Reduced
Aug 17, 2026
$999,995
$150,005
(-13.04%)
From $1,150,000 to $999,995 (-13.0%)
Listed for Sale
Jul 13, 2026
$1,150,000
Original listing
Office: Fine Properties, Inc.
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/27/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 08/17/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $999,995 | $150,005 | - | From $1,150,000 to $999,995 (-13.0%) |
| 07/13/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,150,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,998 | $949,700 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$10,998
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$949,700
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Year Built
1880
Living Area
3,177 sq ft
Lot Size
0.15 acres
Stories
3
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
14
Investment Metrics
Units
2
Unit 1 Rent
— · N
Unit 2 Rent
— · N
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
Tile, Wood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Gas
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Interior Entry
Laundry
None
Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-up Attic, Heated Attic, Cathedral/vaulted Ceilings, Lead Certification Available, Bathroom With Shower Stall, Living Room, Dining Room, Laundry Room, Mudroom, Office/den, Kitchen
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
Balcony/deck
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch, Deck, Deck - Vinyl, Patio - Enclosed
Parking
Features
Off Street
Total Spaces
8
Utilities
Electric
220 Volts
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$10,998
Assessed Value
$949,700
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
None
Seller Disclosures
The Home Needs Some Cosmetic Updating. Home Is Owned In Sharon I Irving Trust With Permission To Sell. Some Photographs Have Been Mildly Ai-enhanced.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
White
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Attic has heat and if framed out- could be third unit
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
45 days
Property Overview
Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
3,177 sq ft
Total Rooms
14
Stories
3
Levels
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
3,177 sq ft above grade
1,513 sq ft below grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Deck, Deck - Vinyl, Patio - Enclosed
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, Wood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-Up Attic, Heated Attic, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceilings, Lead Certification Available, Bathroom with Shower Stall, Living Room, Dining Room, Laundry Room, Mudroom, Office/Den, Kitchen
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Interior Entry
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1880
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Block, Stone
Stories:
3
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Heating Zones:
3
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Natural Gas
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Balcony/Deck
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Deck, Deck - Vinyl, Patio - Enclosed
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Zero Lot Line
Road Frontage:
100.00 ft
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
8
Parking Features:
Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Gas
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, T-Station, University
Nearby Schools
School information not available for this location.
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Monthly Payment Breakdown
Principal & Interest
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Property Tax
$917
Homeowners Insurance
$200
PMI (if <20% down)
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Loan Summary
Total of 360 payments
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Payment Over Time
Year 1
95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
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Neighborhood
Dorchester's Dorchester Center
1138 Adams St, Boston MA 02124
Boston, MA 02124
Listing Information
Agent MLS ID
CN201760
Office MLS ID
AN7118
Listing Data Updated
Aug 27, 2026 4:02 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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