Warm, inviting, and effortlessly livable, this dreamy three-bedroom townhouse in Lower Mills offers two parking spaces and a rare, oversized private backyard. Just two blocks to downtown Lower Mills, the home blends charm with a spacious, intuitive floor plan. A welcoming entry opens to a sun-filled living room with oversized windows, a decorative fireplace, and floor-to-ceiling bookshelves. The elegant dining room—with a built-in china cabinet and fireplace—easily hosts large gatherings. The bright kitchen features a gas wood burning stove and convenient half bath. Upstairs are three generous bedrooms with great closets and natural light, plus a full bath. The walk-out lower level offers a flexible bonus room perfect for gym, office or guest space as well as a laundry room and abundant storage. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced backyard with garden beds and dedicated parking—your own private oasis in the city.
For sale
$839,000
1076 Adams St, Dorchester, MA 02124
3beds
1,996sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1875
5,190 Square Feet Lot
$835,200 Zestimate®
$420/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Decorative fireplaceGas wood burning stoveLaundry roomBright kitchenGarden bedsRare oversized private backyardWalk-out lower level
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 14, 2025 at 12:19am
Listed by:
Arianna Brown 617-549-4207,
Compass 617-206-3333,
Kate Stangl 781-424-2028
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73461485
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 5
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,996
- Total interior livable area: 1,996 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,996
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,190 Square Feet
- Features: Gentle Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: W:17 P:03608 S:001,1316348
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- Year built: 1875
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Dorchester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $420/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $619,800
- Annual tax amount: $7,177
- Date on market: 12/15/2025
Estimated market value
$835,200
$793,000 - $877,000
$3,767/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $839,000+12%$420/sqft |
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| 6/25/2021 | Sold | $749,000+70.2%$375/sqft |
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| 11/15/2019 | Listing removed | $3,200$2/sqft |
Source: Compass #72585249 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2019 | Listed for rent | $3,200$2/sqft |
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| 1/5/2016 | Sold | $440,000+178.5%$220/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,177 +20.8% | $619,800 +13.7% |
| 2024 | $5,939 +5.5% | $544,900 +4% |
| 2023 | $5,628 +10.1% | $524,000 +11.5% |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,860/mo
Principal & interest
$4098
Property taxes
$468
Home insurance
$294
Climate risks
Neighborhood: South Dorchester
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Henderson K-12 Inclusion School UpperGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10Taylor Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Kenny Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.9 mi
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