16 Magdala St, Boston MA 02124
Boston, MA 02124
$523,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$519,000
Final Sale Price:
$523,000
Difference:
+$4,000 (+0.8%)
Performance Metrics
100.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
16
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$346
Sale $/sq ft:
$349
This property sold for $349 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 0.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 16 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 7 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$349/sq ft
Area Median
$483/sq ft
Difference
27.7%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
CONTRACTORS SPECIAL Rare opportunity to own a great single family home in Dorchester with a 2 car garage! House has large bedrooms, living and dining rooms!! It is conveniently located close to Ashmont T Station for easy access to downtown Boston & Cambridge. Centrally located to area amenities. Being sold "as-is".Lots of potential. Great value, don't miss this unique opportunity. . Please do all due diligence regarding dimensions, permits, etc. House will not qualify for conventional financing. 12 Magdala a 2 family house with an In-Law MLS# 73165358 is next door and being offered for sale as well.
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Property History
Market Insights
99.3%
Price Range
18
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73569862
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Aug 29, 2026
$3,900
MLS #73569862 - Active
Sold
Dec 22, 2023
$523,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 18
Listed for Sale
Sep 30, 2023
$519,000
Original listing
Agent: John O'Toole
Office: Olde Towne Real Estate Co.
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/29/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $3,900 | - | - | MLS #73569862 - Active |
| 12/22/2023 | ✓ Sold | $523,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 09/30/2023 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $519,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5,062 | $471,300 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$5,062
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$471,300
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1950
Living Area
1,498 sq ft
Lot Size
0.08 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
7
Interior
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Paved Drive
Total Spaces
3
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$5,062
Assessed Value
$471,300
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
All Descriptions And Living Area Approximate. Buyers And Agent To Do Due Diligence. House Will Not Qualify For Conventional Financing. Subject To Suffolk County Court Approval.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
All descriptions and living area approximate. Buyers and agent to do due diligence.
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
18 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1950
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,498 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
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:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Full
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1950
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
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
Garage Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Parking Features:
Detached, Paved Drive
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Park, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, 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
10 schools
D
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper
0.3 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
Saint John Paul II Academy - Lower Mills
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
Kenny Elementary School
0.6 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-
Codman Academy Charter Public School
0.7 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
New Beginnings Academy
0.9 mi
Grades PK-12
C
Neighborhood House Charter School
1.0 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
Saint John Paul II Academy - Neponset
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
D
Lee K-8 School
1.1 mi
|
#335 of 352
|
Score: 27.1
Improved 8 spots from last year
-31.1 below state avg
551 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
B-
Murphy K-8 School
1.1 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
Middle Schools
10 schools
Epiphany School
0.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.0 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.1 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.1 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
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.0 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
3.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
3.6 mi
C
Ohrenberger School
4.6 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
2.0 mi
McCormack Middle
2.7 mi
High Schools
10 schools
B+
TechBoston Academy
0.7 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.6 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.7 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 Preparatory Charter Public School
2.7 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
D
English High School
2.9 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
Meridian Academy
3.0 mi
Grades 06-09
C+
New Mission High School
3.1 mi
|
#240 of 346
|
Score: 47.3
Improved 88 spots from last year
-10.9 below state avg
715 students
Diverse
13 sports
• 458 athletes
Early College Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
3.1 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.2 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-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.7 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
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16 Magdala St, Boston MA 02124
Boston, MA 02124
Listing Information
Listing Agent
John O'Toole
Listing Office
Olde Towne Real Estate Co.
Office Phone
617-288-8888
Agent MLS ID
BB922531
Office MLS ID
AN3604
Listing Data Updated
Jan 9, 2024 3:45 PM EST
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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