$5,926 Closing Credit¹
#73350986, Kevin Grogan, Listing Office: Kelley & Rege Properties, Inc.
$559,000 List price
17 Shafter St Boston, MA 02121
$6,638
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,566 sqft
0.08 acres
$357 / sqft
House
Property details
About 17 Shafter St
Best single family deal in Dorchester. Less than a mile walk to the Four Corners Commuter Rail stop and 1.5 miles to Ashmont Red Line train, this classic turn of the century Colonial has great bones and has been in the same family for generations. 8 Miles to Logan airport. Newer heat, hot water, electrical and windows leave all the creative projects to you. Condition of washer & dryer unknown, seller has not occupied the home for decades. Large basement with eaves for additional storage. Move right in and take your time planning your updates. Bedroom 3 has been used as a storage closet for many years. Estate sale. All personal property will be removed prior to closing. Easy to show, offers reviewed when received. Sold as-is.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Oil
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
(Contingent)
Size1,566 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.08 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingPaved Drive, Off Street
MLS #73363202
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Range, Washer, Dryer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: Paved Drive, Off Street
- Exterior: Porch
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Forced Air, Oil
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $559,000
- Price/SqFt: $356
- Directions: GPS
- Year Built: 1900
- Living Area: 1,566 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.08 Acres
- MLS Number: 73363202
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Atlantic Coast Homes,Inc
- Office Phone: (978) 777-4444
- Listing Agent: Dan Bernal
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Nearby schools
3
Oliver W. Holmes Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.2 mi
•40 School St
3
Up Academy Holland
Public District PK-5
0.5 mi
•85 Olney St
2
Lee Academy School
Public District PK-2
0.9 mi
•25 Dunbar Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $33,038. Typical income of Boston, MA residents is less than $<35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
53%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
1%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
43%
Single, No Kids
36%
Single, with Kids
9%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
20%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Mexican League Soccer
Pro Boxing
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Where do the neighbors shop?
Foot Locker
Ross Dress For Less
Burlington
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Little Caesars
Jack In The Box
White Castle
What do the neighbors drive?
Dodge
Nissan
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Adult Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 17 Shafter St
The listing price of 17 Shafter St property is $559,000.
The property 17 Shafter St is a house located in Boston, Massachusetts, 02121.
Accepting Backup Offers: 17 Shafter St is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 17 Shafter St are: Oliver W. Holmes Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Up Academy Holland (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lee Academy School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Sarah Greenwood K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Joseph Lee K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lilla G. Frederick Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Up Academy Dorchester (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Jeremiah E. Burke High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Codman Academy Charter Public School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
The property at 17 Shafter St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 17 Shafter St is 1,566 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 17 Shafter St is 1900.
This home is located at 17 Shafter St in Boston, MA and zip code 02121 in the Dorchester neighborhood. This 1,566 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.08 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $559,000.
In April 2025, from all listings sold in Boston, MA there were more than 136 sold above asking price, over 160 sold below and more than 52 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Boston, MA between March and April 2025 increased by 31.8%. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $840,482, while the average time on the real estate market was 47 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.