Welcome to 5 Lafield Street, a well-maintained three-family home in the heart of Fields Corner, one of Dorchester’s most desirable neighborhoods. Located on a quiet residential street, this property offers easy access to the Fields Corner Red Line station, bus routes, shops, restaurants, and parks. Each spacious unit features 3+ bedrooms, 1 full bath, a living room, kitchen, and in-unit laundry. Units 2 and 3 include front and rear balconies for added outdoor space. Classic details such as hardwood floors, high ceilings, and oversized windows bring warmth and natural light throughout. Additional highlights include separate utilities, a finished basement, and a large backyard ideal for entertaining or recreation. Currently generating $9,300 per month in rental income (all tenants are tenants-at-will), this property presents an exceptional investment opportunity in a prime Dorchester location. Showings begin at Open House on Friday, June 5 from 5-7pm and Saturaday, June 6 from 11-1pm.
Under contract
$1,315,000
5 Lafield St, Dorchester, MA 02122
9beds
3,885sqft
3 Family - 3 Units Up/Down
Built in 1905
-- sqft lot
$1,294,800 Zestimate®
$338/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
In-unit laundryFinished basementQuiet residential streetHigh ceilings
- 31 days |
- 519 |
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Listed by:
Marley Kanda 617-833-5416,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston 617-242-0025
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73528345
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 9
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Lead Certification Available, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Living Room, Kitchen, Laundry Room
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,885
- Total interior livable area: 3,885 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,885
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Exterior features: Balcony/Deck, Balcony
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,336 Square Feet
- Features: Cleared, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1303405
- Zoning: 3F - 5000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: 3 Family - 3 Units Up/Down
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1905
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
Location
- Region: Dorchester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $338/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,136,500
- Annual tax amount: $14,221
- Date on market: 6/2/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
- Total actual rent: 9300
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$1,294,800
$1.23M - $1.36M
$3,449/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Contingent | $1,315,000$338/sqft |
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| 6/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,315,000$338/sqft |
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| 6/23/2026 | Contingent | $1,315,000$338/sqft |
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| 6/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,315,000+112.1%$338/sqft |
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| 7/9/2014 | Sold | $620,000+7.8%$160/sqft |
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| 6/4/2014 | Pending sale | $575,000$148/sqft |
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| 5/29/2014 | Listed for sale | $575,000+69.1%$148/sqft |
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| 1/3/2002 | Sold | $340,000+36%$88/sqft |
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| 8/29/1989 | Sold | $250,000$64/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,904 +14.3% | $1,114,300 +7.6% |
| 2024 | $11,292 +1.5% | $1,036,000 |
| 2023 | $11,127 +10.6% | $1,036,000 +12% |
| 2022 | $10,063 +7.1% | $924,900 +5% |
| 2021 | $9,399 +12.6% | $880,900 +11.4% |
| 2020 | $8,347 +10.2% | $790,400 +10% |
| 2019 | $7,573 +6.6% | $718,500 +6% |
| 2018 | $7,101 +360.7% | $677,600 +7% |
| 2017 | $1,541 -75% | $633,300 +13% |
| 2016 | $6,166 +19.7% | $560,500 +31.7% |
| 2015 | $5,153 +3.3% | $425,500 +12.1% |
| 2013 | $4,988 +3.6% | $379,600 +2.8% |
| 2012 | $4,813 +5% | $369,100 +3% |
| 2011 | $4,583 +6.6% | $358,300 -1% |
| 2010 | $4,299 +5.3% | $361,900 -5.8% |
| 2009 | $4,083 -22.5% | $384,100 -20% |
| 2008 | $5,266 -3.8% | $480,000 -3.6% |
| 2007 | $5,473 | $498,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: South Dorchester
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAHenderson Inclusion Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-1Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Murphy K-8 SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10Community Academy Of Science And HealthGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
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