Discover captivating Victorian grandeur in historic Dorchester with this 6 bed, 3 bath, 4200+ sq ft Queen Anne marvel, once home to General Hazard Stevens. Its timeless elegance, highlighted by original woodwork, soaring brick chimneys, and four ornate fireplaces, melds seamlessly with modern comforts. Envision life in open, airy bedrooms, ample extra space, and a potential in-law suite. Large, inspiring bathrooms and a sprawling half-acre lot with a massive deck add to its charm. Nestled close to public transport, dining, shopping, and parks, this home perfectly blends historic allure and contemporary lifestyle. Experience this unique blend of past and present – schedule your viewing today!
Sold for $1,220,000
$1,220,000
8 Bowdoin Ave, Dorchester, MA 02121
6beds
4,273sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1880
0.56 Acres Lot
$1,354,700 Zestimate®
$286/sqft
$7,178 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,354,700
$1.22M - $1.52M
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Soaring brick chimneysOriginal woodworkMassive deck
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Listed by:
Danny Griffin 617-249-4822,
Griffin Realty Group 617-249-4822
Bought with:
Danny Griffin
Griffin Realty Group
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73184561
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,273
- Total interior livable area: 4,273 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Storage, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.56 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1302624
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1880
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Dorchester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $286/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $999,800
- Annual tax amount: $7,343
- Date on market: 11/5/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/30/2024 | Sold | $1,220,000-5.8%$286/sqft |
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| 2/8/2024 | Contingent | $1,295,000$303/sqft |
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| 1/18/2024 | Price change | $1,295,000-2.3%$303/sqft |
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| 12/2/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,325,000$310/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,854 -0.4% | $937,300 -6.3% |
| 2024 | $10,898 +1.5% | $999,800 |
| 2023 | $10,738 +6.6% | $999,800 +8% |
| 2022 | $10,076 +7% | $926,100 +4.9% |
| 2021 | $9,418 +19.9% | $882,700 +18.6% |
| 2020 | $7,858 +6.4% | $744,100 +6.2% |
| 2019 | $7,384 +7.6% | $700,600 +7% |
| 2018 | $6,861 +515.1% | $654,700 +7% |
| 2017 | $1,115 -83.4% | $611,900 |
| 2016 | $6,731 -3.2% | $611,900 +6.6% |
| 2015 | $6,952 -3.7% | $574,100 +4.5% |
| 2013 | $7,219 -3.3% | $549,400 -4% |
| 2012 | $7,465 +2% | $572,500 |
| 2011 | $7,322 +6.6% | $572,500 -1% |
| 2010 | $6,870 +8.2% | $578,300 -3.2% |
| 2009 | $6,351 -11.9% | $597,420 -9% |
| 2008 | $7,205 +6.9% | $656,820 +7.1% |
| 2007 | $6,743 | $613,530 |
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Neighborhood: South Dorchester
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- 5/10Holland Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.3 mi
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- 3/10Lilla G. Frederick Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.4 mi
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