1138 Adams St, Boston MA 02124
Boston, MA 02124 • Dorchester's Dorchester Center
$11,500,000
$999,995
Est. $6,173/month
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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
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/17/2026 | ↓ 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
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
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)
39 days
Property Overview
Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Listing Type
For Sale
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 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
3 schools
Saint John Paul II Academy - Lower Mills
0.2 mi
Grades PK-08
New Beginnings Academy
0.5 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
Middle Schools
1 school
Epiphany School
1.4 mi
Grades 05-08
High Schools
3 schools
Fontbonne Academy
1.0 mi
12 sports
• 564 athletes
Grades 09-12
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
C
Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy
1.0 mi
|
#20 of 25
|
Score: 27.0
Improved 361 spots from last year
-31.2 below state avg
490 students
Diverse
12 sports
• 421 athletes
Rising School
Grades 09-12
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Dorchester's Dorchester Center
1138 Adams St, Boston MA 02124
Boston, MA 02124
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Justine Snyder
Listing Office
Fine Properties, Inc.
Office Phone
508-614-8258
Agent MLS ID
CN201760
Office MLS ID
AN7118
Listing Data Updated
Aug 21, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
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