3 Ware St, Dorchester, MA, 02125
About This Home
Sitting prominently atop Upham's Corner, this oversized two-family is exactly what a seasoned investor or first-time buyer has been waiting for. Unit 1 spans two floors with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, showcasing early 19th-century craftsmanship with wide staircases, soaring ceilings, intricate woodwork, and original hardwood floors throughout, complete with in-unit laundry, and central a/c. Unit 2 offers a comfortable 2 bedroom, 1 bath layout. Both units are lead compliant and self-sufficient with tenants paying their own gas and electric, landlord only pays water and sewer. Grossing $7,000 monthly currently with minimal overhead and no immediate capital expenses. Roof and fresh siding have been done in recent years. ADU potential adds another layer of upside for those looking to maximize the asset further. Ample parking on site, 15 minutes to Downtown Boston, and just 0.8 miles to the Savin Hill T Station. Reach out for a tour today!
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1894
Materials
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: Multi Family
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Tile,Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area above ground: 3,506
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,506
- Total interior livable area: 3,506 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: W:15 P:02772 S:000,1299639
- Zoning: R2
- Exclusions: Tenant Belongings
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Lot size: 6,733 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Paved Drive,Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 6
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
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- 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 | $5,031 | $60,372 |
| Home Insurance * | $464 | $5,568 |
| Property Taxes | $962 | $11,544 |
| Electricity | $691 | $8,296 |
| Total | $7,148 | $85,776 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-28 | Price change | $995,000 |
| 2026-05-31 | Listed for sale | $1,030,000 |
| 2026-01-15 | Listing removed | $1,100,000 |
| 2025-12-04 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000 |
| 2022-07-15 | Sold | $880,000 |
| 2022-05-23 | Listed for sale | $899,900 |
| 2020-05-05 | Listing removed | $3,000 |
| 2020-04-13 | Listed for rent | $3,000 |
| 2018-06-14 | Sold | $650,000 |
| 2018-04-12 | Pending sale | $598,900 |
| 2018-04-01 | Listed for sale | $598,900 |
| 2008-09-12 | Sold | $240,000 |
| 2008-01-31 | Sold | $195,500 |
| 1995-11-15 | Sold | $125,000 |
| 1995-06-01 | Sold | $71,500 |
| 1994-11-28 | Sold | $41,090 |
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