8 Colonial Ave, Boston MA 02124
Boston, MA 02124 • Dorchester
$890,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,075,000
Final Sale Price:
$890,000
Difference:
$185,000 (-17.2%)
Performance Metrics
82.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
52
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$310
Sale $/sq ft:
$257
This property sold for $257 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 17.2% below the original asking price.
The property spent 52 days on market before selling.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 2 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$257/sq ft
Area Median
$225/sq ft
Difference
+14.2%
This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.
About this home
PRICED TO SELL FAST. Three-family home near Codman Square Dorchester. Walking distance from Commuter Rail and public transportation. Charm of an older home with nice updates! Renovated second floor kitchen and bathroom. Lifetime metal roof, newer rear deck and beautiful vinyl fencing in nice sized backyard. Electrical upgrade 400 amps service, new HVAC mini splits heat/cooling for 1st floor, new heating system for second floor, and all electrical heat (separate thermostats each room) for third floor. High ceilings throughout, walk-in closets throughout, 1 full bath each floor and large bedrooms and living rooms. Beautiful new, insulated front door with both number pad and key entrance. Deleaded. Perfect for owner occupancy and/or investor. House currently with one family using all three floors who are looking to move to a single-family home after 22 years of wonderful family memories. Seller is eager to sell in order to move. Go ahead and present your offer.
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Property History
Market Insights
19.1%
Price Range
54
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73513091
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
May 5, 2026
$1,100,000
MLS #73513091 - Active
Sold
Dec 18, 2024
$890,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 54
Listed for Sale
Sep 8, 2024
$1,099,000
Original listing
Agent: Jovan J. Lacet
Office: Legal Realty, LLC
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/05/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $1,100,000 | - | - | MLS #73513091 - Active |
| 12/18/2024 | ✓ Sold | $890,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 09/08/2024 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,099,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $7,526 | $700,700 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,526
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$700,700
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
3 Family
Year Built
1895
Living Area
3,469 sq ft
Lot Size
0.09 acres
Bedrooms
8
Full Baths
3
Total Rooms
14
Investment Metrics
Units
3
Unit 1 Rent
— · N
Unit 2 Rent
— · N
Unit 3 Rent
— · N
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
None
Features
Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry Room
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Paved Drive
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,526
Assessed Value
$700,700
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Sellers Realtor Is The Brother Of Home Owners/sellers
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
54 days
Property Overview
Property Type
3 Family
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1895
Bedrooms
8
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
3,469 sq ft
Total Rooms
14
Stories
3
Levels
3
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:
Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry Room
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1895
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Stories:
3
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Cooling:
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
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Paved Drive
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
C-
Codman Academy Charter Public School
0.2 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
D
Lee K-8 School
0.3 mi
|
#335 of 352
|
Score: 27.1
Improved 8 spots from last year
-31.1 below state avg
551 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
C-
Holmes Elementary School
0.4 mi
|
#710 of 824
|
Score: 34.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-23.5 below state avg
283 students
Diverse
Grades PK-06
D
Greenwood Sarah K-8 School
0.5 mi
|
#334 of 352
|
Score: 27.2
Same rank as last year
-31 below state avg
357 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-08
C-
UP Academy Charter School of Dorchester
0.7 mi
|
#308 of 352
|
Score: 30.7
Dropped 17 spots from last year
-27.5 below state avg
640 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
D
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper
0.7 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
D
Shaw Elementary School
0.8 mi
|
#783 of 824
|
Score: 29.8
Improved 54 spots from last year
-28.4 below state avg
528 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-06
Berea SDA Academy
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Brooke Charter School Mattapan
1.0 mi
|
#45 of 346
|
Score: 67.9
Improved 79 spots from last year
+9.7 above state avg
2,216 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades K-12
C-
UP Academy Holland School
1.1 mi
|
#721 of 824
|
Score: 34.1
Improved 98 spots from last year
-24.1 below state avg
641 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
Epiphany School
0.5 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
1.2 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
1.3 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
1.4 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
2.2 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
2.5 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
3.2 mi
C
Ohrenberger School
4.3 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
1.3 mi
McCormack Middle
2.5 mi
High Schools
10 schools
B+
TechBoston Academy
0.4 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
1.8 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
D
English High School
2.1 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
2.1 mi
Grades 06-09
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
2.3 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.5 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.5 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 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.9 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
C+
New Mission High School
2.9 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
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Neighborhood
Dorchester
8 Colonial Ave, Boston MA 02124
Boston, MA 02124
Listing Information
Agent MLS ID
NB900482
Office MLS ID
NB9414
Listing Data Updated
Dec 18, 2024 1:44 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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