4R Melville Avenue, Boston, MA 02124

$779,000 - Dorchester

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Prepare to fall in love with this charming 19th-century Carriage House on the Merrihew Manor estate, a rare jewel in the Melville Park neighborhood. This historic home, reimagined with modern touches, retains its Queen Anne charm with original period details like beamed ceilings, French doors, wide plank wood floors and a cupola with a weathervane. Spread over two levels, featuring an open living space with a vaulted-ceiling living room, gas fireplace, spacious kitchen with counter seating and a large deck. The home boasts a spacious bedroom, two full bathrooms and a versatile first-floor space for a home office, den or potential extra bedroom. A unique bonus area opens to the yard via stable doors - perfect for a studio, workshop, or creative expansion. The basement offers laundry, storage and potential for further development. Including a high-efficiency boiler, new mini-split systems and two deeded parking spaces. Only a few blocks from the Red Line, this is city living at its best!

— MLSPIN #: 73295384

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4R Melville Avenue, Dorchester, Boston, MA 02124
List Price:$779,000
Status:Active
MLS ID:73295384
Town:Boston
Neighborhood:Dorchester
County:Suffolk
Subdivision:Melville Park
Zip:02124
Property Type:Residential
Property Sub Type:Single Family Residence
Bedrooms:2
Full Baths:2
Living Area:1,250 sqft
Acres:0.12
Appliances:Gas Water Heater, Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
Association Fee:$377
Cooling:Ductless
Flooring:Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Heating:Baseboard, Natural Gas, Ductless
Lot Features:Level
Parking Features:Workshop in Garage, Carriage Shed, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Deeded
Status:Active
Water Source:Public
Year Built:1890
Association Fee Frequency:Monthly
Roof:Shingle
Window Features:Insulated Windows
Directions:Dorchester Avenue to Melville Avenue
Laundry Features:In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Foundation Details:Stone, Slab
Construction Materials:Frame
Fireplace Features:Living Room
Listing Contract Date:2024-09-26
Cooling?:Yes
Fireplace?:Yes
Garage?:Yes
Heating?:Yes
Lot Size Area:0.12
Lot Size Square Feet:5,203
Fireplaces Total:1
Rooms Total:4
Architectural Style:Carriage House
Association?:Yes
Bathrooms Total Integer:2
Basement:true
Basement:Full, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete, Slab
Building Area Source:Measured
Building Area Total:1,250
Community Features:Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Door Features:Insulated Doors, French Doors
Exterior Features:Deck, Balcony
Interior Features:Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Bonus Room
Living Area Units:Square Feet
Lot Size Units:Acres
Open Parking?:Yes
Other Structures:Workshop
Parcel Number:1302186
Patio And Porch Features:Deck
Sewer:Public Sewer
Utilities:for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Zoning:RESI
Green Energy Efficient:Thermostat
Year Built Source:Appraiser
Disclosures:City has previously assessed the Carriage House as a 2-bed, currently used as a1-bed. Buyer to complete their own due diligence. Fireplace pilot needs to be relit. Taxes TBD, this is the first time the Carriage House has sold. Also listed as a condo in MLS.
Farm Land Area Units:Square Feet
Listing Agreement:Exclusive Right To Sell, Facilitation/ER w/Var.Rate Comm.
Color:Teal
Comp Based On:Net Sale Price
Mh:Cooling Zones, Cc:Cooling Zones, Mf:Cooling Zones, Sf:Cooling Zones:3
Disclosure:No
Dpr Flag:Yes
Heat Zones:3
Lead Paint:Unknown
Listing Alert:No
List Price Per Sqft:$623.20
Page:231
Price Per Sqft:$623.20
Reqd Own Association:Yes
Square Feet Disclosures:Living area total does not include basement (1299 sf) or first floor workshop (742 sf).
Square Feet Incl Base:No
Original List Price:$799,000
Parking Total:2
Room Bathroom1 Features:Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Stained Glass
Room Bathroom1 Level:First
Room Bathroom2 Features:Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Stained Glass
Room Bathroom2 Level:Second
Room Kitchen Features:Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood, Dining Area, Balcony / Deck, Balcony - Exterior, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wainscoting, Gas Stove, Peninsula, Lighting - Pendant
Room Kitchen Level:Second
Room Living Room Features:Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood, Balcony / Deck, French Doors, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Wainscoting
Room Living Room Level:Second
Room Master Bedroom Features:Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Stained Glass
Room Master Bedroom Level:Second
Tax Year:2024
Year Built Details:Approximate
Insulation Feature:Full

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Property Last Updated: November 18, 2024 03:06 AM

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Listing Agent: Leslie MacKinnon
617-312-0009