61 Wayland Street, Boston MA 02125

Boston, MA 02125 • Dorchester

$1,899,000

Est. $10,403/month

8

Beds

5

Baths

4,602

Sq Ft

$413

Price/Sq Ft

0.10

Acres

1920

Year Built

Single Family Residence

Type

20

Days on Market

Active Listed Jun 3, 2026 • MLS# 73528710 Copied!

About this home

Extensively renovated and expanded, this exceptional Dorchester residence offers over 4,600 SF of thoughtfully designed living space in a quiet neighborhood setting. Classic colonial details, elegant millwork, and a grand staircase blend seamlessly with modern updates throughout. The main level features sun-filled living spaces, an exquisite fireplace, and a stunning chef’s kitchen with an oversized island, custom cabinetry, professional appliances, and designer finishes. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite is complemented by additional bedrooms and a second-floor living area opening directly to the upper deck. Featuring 8 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and a completed ADU, the layout is ideal for tiered living, work-from-home needs, and evolving lifestyles. Outdoor spaces include a two-story deck, patio, yard, and paved driveway. A rare offering combining timeless character, modern luxury, and versatility with exciting potential for Airbnb, rental income, or investment opportunities.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner ALSTON GERALD SR

Mailing Address 61 WAYLAND ST, DORCHESTER, MA, 02125

Land Use

Use Code 101

Description Single Family

Style Colonial

Tax Information

Assessed Value $486,900

Assessment History

Year	Land	Building	Total	Change
FY2023	$177,100	$309,800	$486,900	—

Sale History

Date	Price	Book/Page
Jan 26, 1999	$155,000	23374/172

Building Permit History

Issued	Type / Work	Status	Value
Nov 20, 2025	Certificate of Occupancy CHGOCC Change Occupancy Permit #COO1796492	Closed	$626,000
Jun 5, 2025	Long Form/Alteration Permit CHGOCC Change Occupancy Permit #ALT1691018	Closed	$100,000
Feb 11, 2025	Short Form Bldg Permit INTEXT Interior/Exterior Work Permit #SF1690965	Closed	$500,000
Nov 4, 2024	Short Form Bldg Permit OTHER Other Permit #SF1668311	Open	$10,000
Aug 14, 2024	Short Form Bldg Permit EXTREN Renovations - Exterior Permit #SF1639853	Closed	$6,000
Mar 7, 2024	Plumbing Permit PLUMBING Plumbing Permit #PL1577828	Open	$4,000
Jan 26, 2024	Plumbing Permit PLUMBING Plumbing Permit #PL1565496	Closed	$18,500
Jan 26, 2024	Gas Permit GAS Gas Permit #G1565501	Open	$4,000
Jan 26, 2024	Short Form Bldg Permit INTEXT Interior/Exterior Work Permit #SF1565647	Closed	$16,000
Jan 24, 2024	Short Form Bldg Permit INTEXT Interior/Exterior Work Permit #SF1564816	Closed	$200,000
Jan 23, 2024	Electrical Permit ELECTRICAL Electrical Permit #E1564407	Closed	$20,000

Data: City of Boston Open Data (Analyze Boston)

Municipal Context: BOSTON

Property Data Comparison

Field	Assessor	MLS	Match
Year built	1,920	1,920	✓

Match: address_exact (95.0% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

1920

Bedrooms

8

Full Bathrooms

5

Living Area

4,602 sq ft

Total Rooms

16

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Single Family Residence

Year Built 1920

Living Area 4,602 sq ft

Lot Size 0.10 acres

Bedrooms 8

Full Baths 5

Total Rooms 16

Interior

Heating Central, Forced Air, Ductless

Cooling Central Air, Ductless

Flooring Tile, Engineered Hardwood

Appliances Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Fireplace None

Fireplaces 1

Basement Full, Finished

Laundry Washer Hookup

Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame, Cement Board

Architecture Colonial

Roof Rubber, Asphalt/composition Shingles

Features Porch, Deck, Covered Patio/deck, Balcony, Storage, Fenced Yard

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced

Patio/Porch Porch, Deck, Covered

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Paved

Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric None

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other For Electric Range, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $7,206

Assessed Value $576,400

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Engineered Hardwood

Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

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Windows:

Basement: Full, Finished

Laundry: Washer Hookup

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Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial

Year Built: 1920

Structure Type:

Exterior Materials: Frame, Cement Board

Roof: Rubber, Asphalt/Composition Shingles

Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Forced Air, Ductless

Heating Zones: 3

Cooling: Central Air, Ductless

Cooling Zones: 3

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

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Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Covered Patio/Deck, Balcony, Storage, Fenced Yard

Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck, Covered

Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced

Other Structures:

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Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 4

Parking Features: Paved Drive, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1

Fireplace Type:

Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

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Dorchester

61 Wayland Street, Boston MA 02125

Boston, MA 02125

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Listed for Sale

Jun 3, 2026

$1,899,000

Original listing

Agent: Jason Lisherness Office: The Agency Boston

Previous Transaction - MLS #73181824

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Jan 11, 2024

$670,000

MLS #73181824

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Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
06/03/2026	🏠 Listed for Sale	$1,899,000	-	-	Original listing
01/11/2024	🏷️ Previously Sold	$670,000	-	-	MLS #73181824

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Date	Event	Price	Change
Jun 15, 2026	Sold	$1,899,000	—
Jun 3, 2026	New Listing Added	$1,899,000	—
Jan 11, 2024	Sold	$670,000	—

Market Statistics

Days on Market

20 days

Price per Sq Ft

$413

Tax History

Year	Taxes	Assessment
2026	$7,206	$576,400

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$7,206

Tax Year 2026

Assessed Value

$576,400

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