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  • $1,652,200

    29 Melville Ave, Dorchester, MA 02124

    5beds
    3,571sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1885
    0.31 Acres Lot
    $1,652,200 Zestimate®
    $463/sqft
    $5,940 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,652,200

    $1.52M - $1.80M

    $5,940/mo

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    What's special

    Low-voltage landscape lightingOutdoor lightingSpacious yardClosed-cell foam insulation

    Inside and out, it’s easy to be captivated by the photos of this beautiful Shingle Style home on renowned Melville Avenue, making you want a closer look to appreciate this unique example of an authentic grand Victorian with the best modern amenities. Closed-cell foam insulation, HE heat pumps and tankless water heaters, 5-zone central heat and AC, fiber optic Internet connection and wired Ethernet, low-voltage LED lighting in all rooms, in-ceiling speakers for multi-room audio, home-automation ready smart switches are some of the features hard to find in a home of this vintage. Outdoor lighting including low-voltage landscape lighting make the spacious yard and garden as gracious a place to relax and entertain as the interior. Complete renovations in 2019-2020 provide a gracious, comfortable and efficient living and entertaining experience for years to come. Tour this house to fall in love! BEST OFFERS DUE: Sunday, May 7 at 9 pm.

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    Listed by:

    Jennifer Juliano 508-294-0778,

    Keller Williams Boston MetroWest 508-877-6500

    Bought with:

    Michael Gilbert

    Stuart St James, Inc.

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73106872

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, Balcony - Exterior, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Closet - Double
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
    • Level: Third
    Bedroom 5
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
    • Level: Third
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: Yes
    Bathroom 1
    • Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Pedestal Sink
    • Level: Main,First
    Bathroom 2
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Remodeled
    • Level: Second
    Bathroom 3
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Double Vanity, Remodeled, Soaking Tub
    • Level: Second
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Remodeled
    • Level: Main,First
    Kitchen
    • Features: Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
    • Level: Main,First
    Living room
    • Features: Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Pocket Door
    • Level: Main,First
    Heating
    • Baseboard
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Heat Pump, 3 or More
    Appliances
    • Included: Tankless Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
    • Laundry: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
    Features
    • Closet, Entry Hall, Bonus Room, Center Hall, Wired for Sound
    • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Parquet, Flooring - Hardwood
    • Windows: Stained Glass
    • Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Concrete,Unfinished
    • Number of fireplaces: 3
    • Fireplace features: Dining Room, Living Room, Bedroom
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,571
    • Total interior livable area: 3,571 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 9
    • Parking features: Detached, Garage Faces Side, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
    • Garage spaces: 1
    • Uncovered spaces: 8
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
    • Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Storage, Decorative Lighting, Garden, Stone Wall
    Lot
    • Size: 0.31 Acres
    • Features: Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: W:17 P:00964 S:000,1302505
    • Zoning: R1

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Victorian,Antique,Shingle
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Foundation: Stone
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Remodeled
    • Year built: 1885

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: for Electric Range, Washer Hookup

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
    • Security: Security System
    • Subdivision: Melville Park
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Dorchester

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $463/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,257,300
    • Annual tax amount: $13,503
    • Date on market: 1/7/2026
    • Exclusions: Kitchen Island, Pot Rack, & 1/2 Bath Mirror Excluded: Please Be Sure To State On Offer.
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/22/2023Sold$1,500,000+11.1%$420/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73106872 Report a problem
    5/8/2023Contingent$1,350,000$378/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73106872 Report a problem
    5/3/2023Listed for sale$1,350,000+413.8%$378/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73106872 Report a problem
    5/12/1995Sold$262,744-0.9%$74/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    8/1/1989Sold$265,000+42.5%$74/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    12/28/1987Sold$186,000+16.3%$52/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    9/25/1987Sold$160,000$45/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$15,076 +2.8%$1,301,900 -3.2%
    2024$14,661 +8.6%$1,345,000 +7%
    2023$13,503 +8.4%$1,257,300 +9.8%
    2022$12,458 +36.1%$1,145,000 +33.5%
    2021$9,152 +25.7%$857,700 +24.4%
    2020$7,279 -19.2%$689,300 -19.3%
    2019$9,006 +8.6%$854,500 +8%
    2018$8,294 +451.3%$791,400 +2%
    2017$1,504 -81.1%$776,200 +7%
    2016$7,979 -6.9%$725,400 +2.5%
    2015$8,569 +1.7%$707,600 +10.4%
    2013$8,425 +7.5%$641,200 +6.7%
    2012$7,834 +2%$600,800
    2011$7,684 +6.5%$600,800 -1.1%
    2010$7,216 +1.2%$607,400 -9.5%
    2009$7,132 -7.4%$670,900 -4.5%
    2008$7,705 -0.5%$702,400 -0.3%
    2007$7,741 $704,400
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: South Dorchester

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