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$1,100,000

281-281A Dorchester St Boston, MA 02127

0 beds
3 full
2,136 sqft
0.02 acres
$515 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 281-281A Dorchester St

1031 Identified?? MIXED-USE BUILDING NEAR WASHINGTON VILLAGE AND OLD COLONY AVE.! This building is to be sold together with 279-279A Dorchester St. MLS #73384009. Long-time family owned business being run from this location. There are 2 residential units located upstairs on the 2nd and 3rd floor. Units have updated kitchens, hardwood floors, large bedrooms and fresh paint. This property may be a good candidate for additional units and value-add, all surrounding buildings are 4-5 stories, buyer or buyers agent to perform own due diligence. Units are rented at under market rental numbers and leased until August 31st 2025. Seller may or may not want to stay on as a tenant for a short term leaseback. 48 hours notice for all showings.

Highlights

Home typeMulti Family
StatusActive
Size2,136 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.02 Acres
Year built1920
MLS #73384006
WaterfrontBay

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Tile, Carpet
  • Waterfront: Bay
  • Exterior: Rain Gutters
  • List Price: $1,100,000
  • Price/SqFt: $514
  • Lot: Gentle Sloping
  • Directions: Dorchester Ave or Olde Colony Ave to Dorchester St.
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 2,136 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.02 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73384006
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Olde Towne Real Estate Co.
  • Office Phone: (617) 822-0300
  • Listing Agent: Douglas Bosse

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Nearby schools

2

Michael J. Perkins Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.3 mi

50 Burke St

3

William E Russell

Public District PK-5

0.7 mi

750 Columbia Rd

2

Samuel W. Mason Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

150 Norfolk Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $69,496. The most common annual income of people living in Boston, MA is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

16%
<35k
54%
35k-100k
24%
100k-200k
6%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

72%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

6%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
46%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • TennisTennis
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • The Cheesecake FactoryThe Cheesecake Factory
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • AudiAudi
  • VolvoVolvo

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 281-281A Dorchester St

The listing price of 281-281A Dorchester St property is $1,100,000.

The property 281-281A Dorchester St is a multi located in Boston, Massachusetts, 02127.

Active Listing: 281-281A Dorchester St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 281-281A Dorchester St are: Michael J. Perkins Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), William E Russell (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Samuel W. Mason Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Up Academy Boston (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), James Condon K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Orchard Gardens K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Boston Collaborative High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Boston Collegiate Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Excel High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

The property 281-281A Dorchester St is 2,136 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 281-281A Dorchester St is 1920.

This home is located at 281-281A Dorchester St in Boston, MA and zip code 02127 in the South Boston neighborhood. This 2,136 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 0 bedroom, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,100,000.

Boston, MA housing market in June 2025 saw over 166 listings sold above listed price, more than 53 sold at listed price and over 220 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Boston, MA increased by 4.6% between May and June 2025. In June 2025 median list price was $842,218 and the average listing age was 36 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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