840-840-842A Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA, 02125
About This Home
Recently vacated and now vacant, mixed-use, brick building, featuring four residential units and one large commercial unit, situated on the South Boston and Dorchester line. The building requires rehabilitation, presenting an excellent opportunity for investors or developers with significant upside through renovation and reconfiguration. This property is ideal for investors seeking to unlock long-term value in a mixed-use setting and is well-suited for renovation, redevelopment, and long-term income generation. This property is located on the South Boston line and in close proximity to public transportation including the JFK/UMASS and the Andrew Square Redline, MBTA Stations and it provides easy highway access to Routes I-93 North and South, as well as the Massachusetts Turnpike. The building features fantastic, unobstructed city views from the roof. Site Plan, existing configuration and proposed renovation plans are attached.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Materials
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Rubber
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: 5+ Family - 5+ Units Up/Down
Interior
Features
- Flooring: Varies
- Finished area above ground: 7,344
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 7,344
- Total interior livable area: 7,344 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: W:07 P:02766 S:000,1309630
- Zoning: RC
- Exclusions: All Restaurant And Bar Equipment In The Commercial Unit.
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City View(s)
- Waterfront features: Ocean,3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach,Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Lot size: 3,622 sqft
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Coastal Flooding
- Cold Wave
- Hurricane
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $12,894 | $154,728 |
| Home Insurance * | $1,191 | $14,292 |
| Property Taxes | $1,466 | $17,592 |
| Electricity | $1,448 | $17,378 |
| Total | $16,999 | $203,988 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-11 | Listed for sale | $2,675,000 |
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