For sale

Price cut: $20K (6/8)

$1,145,000

8 Colonial Ave, Dorchester, MA 02124

8beds

3,469sqft

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3 Family

Built in 1895

-- sqft lot

$1,118,100 Zestimate^®

$330/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Refinished hardwoodsUpdated plumbingHvac mini splitsMeticulously renovated triple-deckerLifetime metal roofNew kitchens and flooring

Turnkey 3-family in the heart of Codman Square — fully tenanted & cash-flowing from day one! This meticulously renovated triple-decker offers two 3BR units & one 2BR unit generating $8,425/mo in current gross income with a clear path to $9,400/mo at market rents. Over $195,000 in capital improvements including lifetime metal roof, 400-amp electrical upgrade, HVAC mini splits, new kitchens & flooring, updated plumbing & refinished hardwoods. Lead certificates in hand — no delays, no surprises. Ideal for investors seeking strong in-place income or an owner-occupant looking to live affordably while the other units pay the mortgage. Codman Square offers unbeatable convenience — walk to MBTA Commuter Rail (Talbot Ave) with direct access to South Station, surrounded by shops, dining & services with continued neighborhood appreciation. A rare, move-in ready opportunity in one of Boston's most connected and high-upside neighborhoods. Do not disturb tenants.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 8
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 3

Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Basement: Unfinished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,469
Total interior livable area: 3,469 sqft
Finished area above ground: 3,469

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, On Street, Paved
Uncovered spaces: 2

Features

Patio & porch: Porch, Screened
Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Other
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Has view: Yes
View description: City View(s), City

Lot

Size: 3,960 Square Feet
Features: Other

Details

Parcel number: W:17 P:01521 S:000,1301379
Zoning: R3

Construction

Type & style

Home type: MultiFamily
Property subtype: 3 Family

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Metal

Condition

Year built: 1895

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Oven

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University, Other

Location

Region: Dorchester

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $330/sqft
Tax assessed value: $828,600
Annual tax amount: $9,595
Date on market: 5/5/2026
Total actual rent: 8425

Estimated market value

$1,118,100

$1.06M - $1.17M

$2,160/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/8/2026	Price change	$1,145,000-1.7%$330/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73513091 Report a problem
5/26/2026	Price change	$1,165,000-2.9%$336/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73513091 Report a problem
5/5/2026	Listed for sale	$1,200,000+34.8%$346/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73513091 Report a problem
12/18/2024	Sold	$890,000-19%$257/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73286987 Report a problem
10/18/2024	Contingent	$1,099,000$317/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73286987 Report a problem
10/16/2024	Price change	$1,099,000-8%$317/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73286987 Report a problem
9/19/2024	Price change	$1,195,000+11.2%$344/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73286987 Report a problem
9/8/2024	Listed for sale	$1,075,000-10.3%$310/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73286987 Report a problem
4/18/2024	Listing removed	$1,199,000$346/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73214494 Report a problem
4/7/2024	Price change	$1,199,000-11.2%$346/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73214494 Report a problem
3/20/2024	Listed for sale	$1,350,000+12.6%$389/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73214494 Report a problem
2/26/2024	Listing removed	$1,199,000$346/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73204794 Report a problem
2/22/2024	Listed for sale	$1,199,000+188.9%$346/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73204794 Report a problem
11/22/2006	Sold	$415,000+69.4%$120/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
7/24/2000	Sold	$245,000$71/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$9,595 +16.3%	$828,600 +9.5%
2024	$8,248 +9.6%	$756,700 +8%
2023	$7,526 +10.5%	$700,700 +12%
2022	$6,809 +9.1%	$625,800 +7%
2021	$6,240 +3.4%	$584,800 +2.4%
2020	$6,032 +10.3%	$571,200 +10%
2019	$5,471 +10.6%	$519,100 +10%
2018	$4,946 +1145.8%	$471,900 +1%
2017	$397 -91.3%	$467,400 +13%
2016	$4,550 +4.7%	$413,600 +15.2%
2015	$4,347 +8.3%	$359,000 +17.5%
2013	$4,014 +8.5%	$305,500 +7.7%
2012	$3,698 +2%	$283,600
2011	$3,627 +6.6%	$283,600 -1%
2010	$3,404 +0%	$286,500 -10.5%
2009	$3,403 -29%	$320,100 -26.7%
2008	$4,793 -0.2%	$436,900
2007	$4,802	$436,900

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