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15 Fairfax St Boston — Photo 1 of 41

15 Fairfax St Boston — Photo 1 of 41

$1,799,000

15 Fairfax St, Boston, MA 02124

Boston, MA 02124 — Adams Village

Beds

6

Baths

2.5

SqFt

4,927

Style

Single Family

Built

1885

Offered for the first time in over 30 years, this grand 1885 residence presents a rare opportunity to own one of Dorchester Center’s most substantial and architecturally significant homes. Located in the historic Adams Village and Ashmont neighborhood and bordering Peabody Square near the Ashmont MBTA red line, the property offers 4,927 SF on an expansive sloping corner lot and allows easy access to downtown Boston. An impressive wraparound porch and sweeping curved entry lead to a grand foyer flanked by two living rooms (1 with a stunning wood paneled fireplace) flowing to a magnificent stairway w/paned windows. Features include, soaring ceilings, 4 porches w/spectacular views, 5 fireplaces, dining room seating for 12+, 6 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, new furnace (2025) & roof (2016). Finished third floor w/kitchen & full bath. Separate dwelling use subject to buyer verification & code compliance. This is a property of uncommon character & substance ready to be restored and elevated to its original historic grandeur.

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$365/sqft
Local Avg (Boston)$488/sqft
25% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Boston, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$1,799,000
Annual Taxes$12,718

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street2

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms18
Fireplaces5
FlooringTile, Vinyl, Hardwood
BasementFull, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished

Climate & Utilities

HeatingHot Water, Natural Gas
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

Construction--
RoofShingle
FoundationStone
Zoning2F-6000

Property & Lot

Acres0.2
SqFt Lot8,505
Lot FeaturesCorner Lot

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • T-Station

Geography

Population

56,216

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$82K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

58.6%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Suffolk County

2,527 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+37% vs the prior 12 months) — 2,269 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 4,927 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 8,505 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Daniel Lewis

Listing Office: Herringbone Realty, LLC

MLS® Number: 73539320

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