1861 Dorchester Ave # 5, Boston MA 02124

Boston, MA 02124 • Dorchester
$605,000
1
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,178
Sq Ft
$514
Price/Sq Ft
2015
Year Built
1
Parking
26
Days on Market
Sold Listed Sep 11, 2025 • MLS# 73429411 Copied! • Updated Oct 31, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $629,000
Final Sale Price: $605,000
Difference: $24,000 (-3.8%)
Performance Metrics
96.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
26
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $534
Sale $/sq ft: $514
This property sold for $514 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.8% below the original asking price.

With only 26 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

About this home

This modern corner loft offers 1,178 SF of open living area with 14' ceilings throughout, oversized windows, incredible light, office/guest room loft, polished concrete floors, private outdoor space, private entrance and very convenient gated parking space that is directly across from the unit. Enjoy an open floor plan, perfect for relaxing or entertaining, that offers direct access to your private patio. Kitchen perfection with gas cooking, stainless steel appliances, granite counters & breakfast bar island. The spacious bedroom includes double closets and an en-suite bath with glass walk-in shower. Additional perks: guest half bath, in-unit laundry, central air, large private storage just outside your door, pet-friendly AND Best of All it's an end unit sharing only the ceiling above with Unit 10 for privacy. Super convenient to Ashmont T station, Tavolo, American Provisions, Dunkin, Ripple Cafe, seasonal farmers market & more!

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Property History

Market Insights

3.8%
Price Range
27
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Oct 29, 2025
$605,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 27
🏠
Listed for Sale
Sep 11, 2025
$629,000
Original listing
Agent: Marc Croteau Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $6,328 $544,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,328
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$417
Per month
Assessed Value
$544,200

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 2015
Living Area 1,178 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Concrete, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features Loft, Wired For Sound

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Patio
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Security
Patio/Porch Patio
Features Off Street, Assigned, Paved
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $6,328
Assessed Value $544,200

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $417
Fee Includes Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Parking Space Taxed Separately By The City -fy 2025 Assessed At $7, 700/tax $89. Unit Door Glass Seal Failed - Sold As Is. Other Fee Is For Gas, Water&sewer, Sub-metered-paid Quarterly - Avg Bill For The Past Year Is $132 Per Quarter. Exterior Of The Building To Be Painted This Fall Assessment Paid.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Low-Rise","Loft"]
Unit/Building 5
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Sq Ft Disclosures First Floor -14 FT Ceilings & 963 Square Feet - Loft - 6 FT Ceilings & 215 Square Feet
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 27 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
2015
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,178 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
2
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Concrete, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Loft, Wired for Sound
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 2015
Structure Type: Low-Rise, Loft
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned, 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
C-
Codman Academy Charter Public School
0.4 mi | #308 of 346 | Score: 36.8
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-21.4 below state avg
345 students Diverse
College Ready Curriculum
Grades PK-12
D
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper
0.5 mi | #323 of 346 | Score: 32.2
Improved 26 spots from last year
-26 below state avg
605 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 02-12
C-
Kenny Elementary School
0.6 mi | #743 of 825 | Score: 32.9
Dropped 31 spots from last year
-25.3 below state avg
315 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C
Neighborhood House Charter School
0.7 mi | #277 of 346 | Score: 44.9
Improved 14 spots from last year
-13.3 below state avg
768 students Diverse
College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
St. Brendan Elementary School
0.8 mi
Grades K-08
Saint John Paul II Academy - Neponset
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
Holmes Elementary School
0.9 mi | #717 of 825 | Score: 34.5
Dropped 31 spots from last year
-23.7 below state avg
301 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
F
Lee K-8 School
0.9 mi | #339 of 352 | Score: 26.8
Improved 4 spots from last year
-31.4 below state avg
582 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
Saint John Paul II Academy - Lower Mills
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
Murphy K-8 School
0.9 mi | #208 of 352 | Score: 39.9
Improved 11 spots from last year
-18.3 below state avg
833 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Epiphany School
0.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
1.6 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
1.7 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
1.7 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.6 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
3.3 mi
C
Ohrenberger School
4.7 mi | #266 of 352 | Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Frederick Pilot Middle
1.6 mi
McCormack Middle
2.4 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
B+
TechBoston Academy
0.6 mi | #10 of 25 | Score: 34.9
Improved 350 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
869 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.2 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.4 mi | #20 of 25 | Score: 29.1
Improved 345 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
584 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
English High School
2.7 mi | #328 of 346 | Score: 28.9
Improved 30 spots from last year
-29.3 below state avg
653 students Diverse
8 sports • 332 athletes
Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.7 mi
Grades 06-09
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.8 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students Moderate
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
2.9 mi | #14 of 25 | Score: 31.6
Improved 349 spots from last year
-26.7 below state avg
480 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A-
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
2.9 mi | #8 of 25 | Score: 43.6
Improved 287 spots from last year
-14.6 below state avg
670 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
C+
New Mission High School
3.2 mi | #230 of 346 | Score: 49.5
Improved 98 spots from last year
-8.7 below state avg
739 students Diverse
13 sports • 458 athletes
Early College Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.3 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
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Dorchester

1861 Dorchester Ave # 5, Boston MA 02124

Boston, MA 02124

Listing Information

Listing Agent Marc Croteau
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Office Phone 617-266-4430
Agent MLS ID BB804687
Office MLS ID AN6192
Listing Data Updated Oct 31, 2025 1:28 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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