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70 W Cottage St, Boston MA 02125

Boston, MA 02125 • Dorchester
$825,000
Est. $5,190/month
6
Beds
3
Baths
4,192
Sq Ft
$197
Price/Sq Ft
0.15
Acres
1915
Year Built
8
Days on Market
Pending Listed Apr 22, 2026 • MLS# 73505765 Copied!

About this home

A compelling opportunity for investors, developers, or end users seeking value-add potential via renovation, reconfiguration, or condo conversion. Sited on a 6,600 SF elevated lot with a rare 2-car garage plus parking for 8+ vehicles, offering strong end-value appeal. 70 W Cottage St presents a three-unit Queen Anne Victorian in the heart of Upham’s Corner, near commuter rail to South Station, Red/Orange Lines, multiple bus routes, and major highways. First time available in 40+ years, this 3-unit, 5-level property offers 3,700+ SF above grade with tall ceilings, expansive views, and abundant light through oversized windows on every level. Delivered vacant. Close to the South End, South Bay Mall, Boston Medical Center, UMass Boston/JFK, I93, and neighborhood amenities. Sold as-is; will not qualify for conventional financing. Buyers to perform all due diligence; measurements are approximate. Offers due Tuesday 4/28 at 12:00 pm (noon).

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner DEBARROS MARIA L ETAL
Mailing Address 70 WEST COTTAGE, DORCHESTER, MA, 02125

Land Use

Use Code 105
Description Three-Family
Style Conventional

Tax Information

Assessed Value $728,700

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $310,700 $418,000 $728,700

Building Permit History

No building permits on record since 2009.

Data: City of Boston Open Data (Analyze Boston)

Municipal Context: BOSTON

Property Data Comparison

Field Assessor MLS Match
Year built 1,915 1,915
Match: address_exact (95.0% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
3 Family
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1915
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
4,192 sq ft
Total Rooms
13
Stories
3
Levels
3

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential Income
Style 3 Family
Year Built 1915
Living Area 4,192 sq ft
Lot Size 0.15 acres
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 13

Interior

Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Interior Entry
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Screened

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Off Street
Total Spaces 10

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $9,818
Assessed Value $847,800

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Full, Interior Entry
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1915
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation: Other
Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch: Porch, Screened
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Sloped
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 10
Parking Features: Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
View: Yes
View Type: City View(s), Scenic View(s), City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, Public School

Location

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Neighborhood

Dorchester

70 W Cottage St, Boston MA 02125

Boston, MA 02125

Walkability

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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
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
C-
Winthrop Elementary School
0.2 mi | #665 of 824 | Score: 37.6
Dropped 171 spots from last year
-20.6 below state avg
226 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
C+
Bridge Boston Charter School
0.5 mi | #241 of 352 | Score: 37.2
Dropped 80 spots from last year
-21 below state avg
329 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
F
King Elementary School
0.7 mi | #823 of 824 | Score: 22.7
Dropped 3 spots from last year
-35.6 below state avg
464 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
C
Conservatory Lab Charter School
0.7 mi | #261 of 352 | Score: 35.6
Dropped 4 spots from last year
-22.6 below state avg
454 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
0.7 mi | #326 of 352 | Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
F
Trotter Elementary School
0.7 mi | #794 of 824 | Score: 29.2
Dropped 6 spots from last year
-29 below state avg
352 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
B
Boston Collegiate Charter School
0.8 mi | #167 of 346 | Score: 53.7
Improved 31 spots from last year
-4.5 below state avg
708 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-12
C
Hale Elementary School
0.9 mi | #582 of 824 | Score: 41.7
Dropped 281 spots from last year
-16.5 below state avg
162 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Saint John Paul II Academy - Columbia
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
F
Clap Elementary School
0.9 mi | #808 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
140 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
0.6 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
0.6 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
0.9 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
1.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Nativity Prep School
1.3 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
1.6 mi
Epiphany School
2.0 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
5.5 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
Frederick Pilot Middle
0.8 mi
Timilty Middle
1.0 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
0.5 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
0.5 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.0 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
Cathedral High School
1.5 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
1.5 mi
Grades 06-09
C
Ruth Batson Academy
1.7 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 School
1.8 mi | #19 of 346 | Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
D
English High School
2.0 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
C
Quincy Upper School
2.0 mi | #268 of 346 | Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
2.2 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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Property Timeline

Pending Sale
May 1, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
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Listed for Sale
Apr 22, 2026
$825,000
Original listing
Agent: Sarah Reddick Shimoff Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 22, 2026 New Listing Added $825,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
8 days
Price per Sq Ft
$197

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $9,818 $847,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,818
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$847,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent Sarah Reddick Shimoff
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID CT007232
Office MLS ID AN2606
Listing Data Updated Jun 2, 2026 11:03 AM 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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