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ActiveListed 6 days ago

$1,248,943

20 W Cottage St, Dorchester, Boston, MA 02125

5
beds
4.5
baths
3,132
sqft
Lot sizeThe land that comes with the home, as reported to the MLS.
1,965 sqft
Year builtThe year the building was originally built, as reported by the listing agent.
1900
On the marketDays since the home was listed. New listings tend to move fastest.
6 days ago
Property type
Multi Family
Price per sqftList price divided by interior living area — handy for comparing homes of different sizes.
$399
ParkingSpaces that come with the home, as reported to the MLS.
2 spaces
Annual taxesLast annual property tax bill reported to the MLS. A new owner's bill can differ.
$11,104

What’s Special

  • Garden

Historic brownstone in Dorchester featuring 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths across three levels, PLUS a legal 1-bedroom, 1-bath garden-level apartment with a reliable long-term tenant paying $2,377/month (direct deposit). A tasteful blend of old-world charm and modern amenities, with all the comforts of a recently renovated home. Main unit: Beautifully refinished hardwood floors, marble tile, custom built-ins, five 18th-century marble fireplaces, and custom stained-glass transoms and high-end design add character throughout. The open-concept living, dining, and kitchen areas make entertaining a breeze. The chef's kitchen features stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, a gas range, wine fridge/bar, abundant storage, and an adjacent newly added first-floor half bath. The second floor offers two spacious bedrooms and a beautifully renovated bathroom with a tub and rain shower. The third-floor primary suite boasts three built-in dressers, two walk-in closets, and a luxurious private bath. The fourth bedroom includes a new washer and dryer and an updated full bath. Enjoy a huge, partially covered deck overlooking a private, low-maintenance turf yard with landscaping and a new wood privacy fence. Garden Unit: Fully updated one bed, one bath apartment with ductless AC and private front and back entrances. Both Units: Extensive renovations in 2025 included updated systems, central air, a new boiler, updated electrical, tankless hot water heaters, and more! Just four blocks from the Upham's Corner T station (10 minutes to South Station) + available parking. Nothing left to do but move in! Note: Maps and Street View haven’t caught up with the beautiful improvements to the block. Come see the transformation in and around 20 W Cottage for yourself!

Listing courtesy of Darin Thompson, Stuart St James, Inc. · MLS PIN #73596683

Facts & Features

Status
Active
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Active
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
4 full, 1 half
Living area
3,132 sqft

Exterior

1
  • Garden

Parking

4
  • Off Street
  • Leased
  • Guest
  • Other

MLS PIN #73596683 · Listed October 29, 2026

Location

20 W Cottage St, Dorchester, Boston · All Dorchester homes

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The property listing data and information, or the Images, set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third party sources, including sellers, lessors, landlords and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. The property listing data and information, and the Images, are for the personal, non commercial use of consumers having a good faith interest in purchasing, leasing or renting listed properties of the type displayed to them and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties which such consumers may have a good faith interest in purchasing, leasing or renting. MLS Property Information Network, Inc. and its subscribers disclaim any and all representations and warranties as to the accuracy of the property listing data and information, or as to the accuracy of any of the Images, set forth herein.