51 Sawyer Ave #3, Dorchester, MA, 02125
About This Home
Live in Boston with room to breathe. Set high on Jones Hill in one of Dorchester’s most vibrant, neighborly pockets, this sun-filled penthouse duplex offers the space, light, outdoor living, and off-street parking. Enjoy Boston skyline views, sunrise and sunset exposure, three private outdoor spaces, two off-street parking spots, and a quiet, leafy setting just moments from Savin Hill. Inside, the home spans the top two levels of a stately historic residence, with a gas fireplace, a private deck off the living room, and a second deck off the kitchen for morning coffee, dinner outside, or unwinding at the end of the day. Two bedrooms and a full bath sit on the main level. Upstairs, the primary suite feels like a retreat, with its own skyline-facing deck, adjoining flex space, and separate office/fourth bedroom. Close to the Red Line, local restaurants, parks, a brand-new neighborhood playground, this home delivers the best of city living with the warmth of a real neighborhood.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Materials
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subType: Condominium
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Freezer
- Laundry features: First Floor,In Unit,Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
Bathroom1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 50
Bathroom2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 45
Bedroom2
- Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 192
Bedroom3
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 154
Bedroom4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 154
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 100
Family Room
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 442
Features
- Lighting - Overhead,Bonus Room
- Flooring: Wood,Tile,Flooring - Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Dining Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area above ground: 1,800
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,800
- Total interior livable area: 1,800 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Deck - Exterior, Dryer Hookup - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer Hookup, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 143
Master Bathroom
- Features: Yes
Master Bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, Exterior Access, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 230
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1303644
- Zoning: CD
- Exclusions: Cabinet In Storage Room,Main Floor Bathroom Mirror
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Wood,Patio
- Exterior features: Deck - Wood,Patio,Balcony,City View(s)
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City,Water,Bay
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Water
- Waterfront features: Harbor,1 to 2 Mile To Beach,Beach Ownership(Public)
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
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 | $4,520 | $54,240 |
| Home Insurance * | $417 | $5,004 |
| Property Taxes | $865 | $10,380 |
| Electricity | $354 | $4,259 |
| Total | $6,156 | $73,872 |
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
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-14 | Listed for rent | $4,400 |
| 2026-08-13 | Listing removed | $4,400 |
| 2026-07-15 | Price change | $4,400 |
| 2026-07-09 | Listed for rent | $4,500 |
| 2026-07-07 | Price change | $894,000 |
| 2026-06-19 | Price change | $895,000 |
| 2026-06-11 | Listed for sale | $925,000 |
| 2023-08-04 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-05-30 | Listed for rent | $4,600 |
| 2022-05-05 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2022-04-20 | Price change | $4,400 |
| 2022-04-18 | Listed for rent | $4,200 |
| 2018-11-08 | Sold | $699,000 |
| 2018-09-18 | Listed for sale | $699,000 |
| 2018-09-18 | Pending sale | $699,000 |
| 2018-09-11 | Listed for sale | $699,000 |
| 2013-07-10 | Sold | $450,000 |
| 2013-05-02 | Listed for sale | $469,900 |
| 2012-02-11 | Listing removed | $460,000 |
| 2012-01-17 | Price change | $460,000 |
| 2011-07-22 | Listed for sale | $480,000 |
| 2007-05-21 | Sold | $440,000 |
| 2005-06-23 | Sold | $445,000 |
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