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Sold for $779,000 on 01/06/25
  • $779,000

    4 Melville Ave FLOOR 2, Dorchester Center, MA 02124

    2beds
    1,250sqft
    Condominium, Townhouse
    Built in 1890
    5,203 Square Feet Lot
    $787,900 Zestimate®
    $623/sqft
    $-- Estimated rent

    What's special

    Prepare to fall in love with this charming 19th-century Carriage House on the Merrihew Manor estate, a rare jewel in the Melville Park neighborhood. This historic home, reimagined with modern touches, retains its Queen Anne charm with original period details like beamed ceilings, French doors, wide plank wood floors and a cupola with a weathervane. Spread over two levels, featuring an open living space with a vaulted-ceiling living room, gas fireplace, spacious kitchen with counter seating and a large deck. The home boasts a spacious bedroom, two full bathrooms and a versatile first-floor space for a home office, den or potential extra bedroom. A unique bonus area opens to the yard via stable doors - perfect for a studio, workshop, or creative expansion. The basement offers laundry, storage and potential for further development. Including a high-efficiency boiler, new mini-split systems and two deeded parking spaces. Only a few blocks from the Red Line, this is city living at its best!

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: January 06, 2025 at 02:39pm

    Listed by:

    Leslie MacKinnon,

    Compass,

    MacKinnon & Co

    Bought with:

    Chris Poulos

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73292715

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Stained Glass
    • Level: Second
    Bathroom 1
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Stained Glass
    • Level: First
    Bathroom 2
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Stained Glass
    • Level: Second
    Kitchen
    • Features: Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood, Dining Area, Balcony / Deck, Balcony - Exterior, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wainscoting, Gas Stove, Peninsula, Lighting - Pendant
    • Level: Second
    Living room
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood, Balcony / Deck, French Doors, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Wainscoting
    • Level: Second
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Natural Gas, Ductless
    Cooling
    • Ductless
    Appliances
    • Laundry: In Basement, In Building
    Features
    • Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Bonus Room
    • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
    • Doors: French Doors
    • Has basement: Yes
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,250
    • Total interior livable area: 1,250 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Off Street, Deeded
    Features
    • Entry location: Unit Placement(Ground,Walkout)
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    • Exterior features: Deck
    Lot
    • Size: 5,203 sqft
    Details
    • Additional structures: Workshop
    • Parcel number: 1302186
    • Zoning: CD

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Property subtype: Condominium, Townhouse
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1890

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    Green energy
    • Energy efficient items: Thermostat

    Community & neighborhood

    Community
    • Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station
    Location
    • Region: Dorchester Center

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • HOA fee: $377 monthly
    • Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal
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    Estimated market value

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