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162 Humboldt Ave, Boston, MA, 02121

9beds
4baths
5,934sqft
$1,449,000
$244price/sqft
$10,601/moest. monthly cost
$424,040/yrincome needed

About This Home

A prime 3-family investment on a sunny corner lot in the vibrant Dorchester/Roxbury neighborhood. This rare turnkey property features a fully renovated unit with three bedrooms, one bath, a bright living room, and a modern kitchen—ideal for immediate occupancy or high-yield rental income. Recently purchased from long-time owners, it showcases rich woodwork, classic built-ins, and gleaming hardwood flooring that add character throughout. A 2015 roof and updated heating system provide efficiency and peace of mind.The lower level includes a half bath and offers incredible potential to be finished for additional living, office, or recreational space (buyer to perform due diligence). Offering 19 rooms, 9 bedrooms, 3 full baths and half, and 4 fireplaces across three levels, there is significant upside for value-add, expansion, or future condo conversion. An absolute commuter’s dream, conveniently located near downtown Boston, commuter rail, bus lines, and top-tier neighborhood restaurants

Getting Around

75
WalkingVery Walkable
73
TransitExcellent Transit
64
BikeBikeable

Schools

4/10
Trotter Elementary SchoolGrades PK-60.1 mi
7/10
Boston Latin AcademyGrades 7-120.2 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1900

Materials

  • Foundation: Stone
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Frame

Type & Style

  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Property subType: 3 Family - 3 Units Up/Down

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Range,Refrigerator

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Concrete,Unfinished

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 9
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Pantry,Bathroom with Shower Stall,Living Room,Dining Room,Kitchen,Laundry Room,Mudroom,Family Room,Office/Den
  • Window features: Stained Glass Window(s)
  • Flooring: Wood,Tile,Hardwood
  • Number of fireplaces: 4
  • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 1,533
  • Finished area above ground: 5,934

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Steam,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Window Unit(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 5,934
  • Total interior livable area: 5,934 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 3325126
  • Zoning: R2

Features

  • Patio & porch: Enclosed,Screened
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
  • Waterfront features: Harbor,1/10 to 3/10 To Beach,Beach Ownership(Public)

Lot

  • Lot size: 9,419 sqft
  • Features: Corner Lot,Cleared,Level

Parking

  • Total spaces: 8
  • Parking features: Paved Drive
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 8

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
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Heat Wave
Lightning
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties

Hurricane

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $7,326$87,912
Home Insurance *$713$8,556
Property Taxes $1,392$16,704
Electricity $1,170$14,041
Total$10,601$127,212
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$363,462/yr
40% on housing$318,030/yr
45% on housing$282,693/yr

Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs

Massachusetts Property Insurance Underwriting Association

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HailHail
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Current Policies
Residential: 213,928Commercial: 230
Total Premiums$400.85M
Total Exposure$115.57B

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.3%
7.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.9%
7.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.5%
-0.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$244This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 02121$348
Suffolk County$575

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 02121$255
Suffolk County$453

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

DateEventPrice
2026-04-01Price change$1,599,000
2026-03-14Price change$1,650,000
2026-02-18Listed for sale$1,750,000
2024-01-17Sold$720,000
2023-12-16Contingent$830,000
2023-11-18Price change$830,000
2023-10-23Listed for sale$990,000
2023-09-16Contingent$990,000
2023-08-08Listed for sale$990,000
2019-09-12Sold$42,500

For Sale by Agent

AgentJustin Brown
BrokerageThree Hills Real Estate Service, LLC

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