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38 Browning Ave,, Boston MA 02124

Boston, MA 02124 • Dorchester's Dorchester Center
$1,600,000
Est. $8,592/month
9
Beds
3
Baths
3,955
Sq Ft
$405
Price/Sq Ft
0.09
Acres
1940
Year Built
1 hour 24 minutes
Time on Market
Active Listed Jul 14, 2026 • MLS# 73549761 Copied! • Updated Jul 14, 2026

About this home

Discover a compelling investment opportunity at 38 Browning Ave, Dorchester - a distinguished expansive layout multi-family property constructed in 1940 with newer heating systems Encompassing a substantial 3955 square feet of living area on a 3829 square foot lot, this three-story residence presents a versatile canvas for the owner occupied buyers or the savvy investor seeking a significant presence in a vibrant urban landscape. The property features nine bedrooms, offering flexible living arrangements. This substantial multi-family property invites exploration for those seeking a strategic asset in a dynamic Boston locale. ADU potential or office space in the high ceiling full finished basement. Owner occupied, Unit 1 and 3 are tenants at will.

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Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
Jul 15, 2026
$1,600,000
Original listing
Agent: Carline Chery Office: Bold Vision Real Estate Solutions, LLC

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $3,614 $929,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,614
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$929,300

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Income
Style 3 Family - 3 Units Up/Down
Year Built 1940
Living Area 3,955 sq ft
Lot Size 0.09 acres
Bedrooms 9
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 18

Investment Metrics

Units 3
Unit 1 Rent $2,700/mo · N
Unit 2 Rent — · N
Unit 3 Rent $3,000/mo
Total Monthly Rent $5,700/mo
Gross Income $32,400
Net Operating Income $32,400
Cap Rate 2.03%
Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Finished, Bulkhead
Laundry None
Features None
Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch
Features Shared Driveway, Off Street
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $3,614
Assessed Value $929,300
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Suffolk

Property Overview

Property Type
3 Family - 3 Units Up/Down
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1940
Bedrooms
9
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
3,955 sq ft
Total Rooms
18
Stories
3
Levels
3

Room Details

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Full, Finished, Bulkhead
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1940
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Rubber
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: Shared Driveway, Off Street
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
D
Lee K-8 School
0.2 mi | #335 of 352 | Score: 27.1
Improved 8 spots from last year
-31.1 below state avg
551 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
D
Greenwood Sarah K-8 School
0.3 mi | #334 of 352 | Score: 27.2
Same rank as last year
-31 below state avg
357 students Less 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
A
Brooke Charter School Mattapan
0.5 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-
Codman Academy Charter Public School
0.6 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
C-
UP Academy Charter School of Dorchester
0.8 mi | #308 of 352 | Score: 30.7
Dropped 17 spots from last year
-27.5 below state avg
640 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
Berea SDA Academy
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
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
C-
UP Academy Holland School
1.0 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
F
Young Achievers Elementary School
1.0 mi | #347 of 352 | Score: 24.1
Dropped 5 spots from last year
-34.1 below state avg
489 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Epiphany School
0.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
0.9 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
1.0 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
1.3 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
1.9 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
2.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
3.2 mi
C
Ohrenberger School
4.1 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
1.1 mi
Irving Middle
2.3 mi
H

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
1.5 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
D
English High School
1.6 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
1.7 mi
Grades 06-09
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
1.9 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
2.3 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.6 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-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.6 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
A-
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
2.6 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
C+
New Mission High School
2.8 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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Dorchester's Dorchester Center

38 Browning Ave,, Boston MA 02124

Boston, MA 02124

Listing Information

Listing Agent Carline Chery
Listing Office Bold Vision Real Estate Solutions, LLC
Office Phone 617-429-7775
Agent MLS ID CT001054
Office MLS ID AN0680
Listing Data Updated Jul 14, 2026 11:21 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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