For sale

$240,000

5 Melbourne St APT 2, Dorchester, MA 02124

2beds

641sqft

$2,229/mo

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Condominium

Built in 1962

-- sqft lot

$239,500 Zestimate^®

$374/sqft

$557/mo HOA

What's special

Come and see this exceptional value! This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo offers an excellent opportunity for both homeowners and investors seeking value in Boston. Recent updates include fresh paint and new luxury vinyl flooring. Ideally located near the Shawmut Red Line MBTA Station and Rev. Loesch Park, this property provides easy access to Downtown Boston, UMass Boston, and everything this great city has to offer. Whether you're looking to make Boston your home or seeking an investment opportunity, this condo is worth a look. Property may not qualify for conventional financing; buyers are encouraged to explore alternative financing options and conduct their own due diligence.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Level: First

Bedroom 2

Level: First

Bathroom 1

Level: First

Kitchen

Level: First

Living room

Level: First

Heating

Baseboard

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Range

Features

Flooring: Vinyl / VCT
Has basement: No
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 641
Total interior livable area: 641 sqft
Finished area above ground: 0
Finished area below ground: 641

Property

Features

Entry location: Unit Placement(Below Grade)

Lot

Size: 641 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: W:16 P:01411 S:020,1302845
Zoning: CD

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Condo
Property subtype: Condominium

Materials

Brick
Roof: Rubber

Condition

Year built: 1962

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Electric Range

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Park

HOA

Amenities included: Hot Water
Services included: Heat, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
HOA fee: $557 monthly

Location

Region: Dorchester

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $374/sqft
Tax assessed value: $235,800
Annual tax amount: $2,924
Date on market: 10/1/2026

Estimated market value

$239,500

$228,000 - $251,000

$2,301/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/1/2026	Listed for sale	$240,000+311.4%$374/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73585363 Report a problem
1/25/2001	Sold	$58,333$91/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,758 -2.8%	$238,200 -8.5%
2024	$2,836 +4.5%	$260,200 +3%
2023	$2,713 +4.6%	$252,600 +6%
2022	$2,593 +5.1%	$238,300 +3%
2021	$2,468 +84.9%	$231,300 +83%
2020	$1,335 +6.3%	$126,400 +6%
2019	$1,256 +8.6%	$119,200 +8%
2018	$1,157 +295.4%	$110,400 -3%
2017	$293 -75%	$113,800 +7%
2016	$1,170 -5%	$106,400 +4.6%
2015	$1,232 +0.5%	$101,700 +9%
2013	$1,226 +13.1%	$93,300 +12.3%
2012	$1,084 +2%	$83,100
2011	$1,063 +7.7%	$83,100
2010	$987 -15.1%	$83,100 -24%
2009	$1,162 -4.3%	$109,300 -1.3%
2008	$1,214 -0.2%	$110,700
2007	$1,217	$110,700