Don't miss this fantastic 2-unit opportunity on the north side of vibrant Jones Hill, boasting breathtaking views of downtown, Back Bay, and Dorchester Bay. Owner just installed brand-new gleaming hardwood floors on portions of the second floor and painted the entire home. "Owner's Unit" is comfortably spread out over top 2 levels w/ a private entrance. Main level flows seamlessly from the living area to the formal dining room, bordered by the kitchen, a spacious BR, and a versatile office/flex space with potential for a 4th BR conversion. Upstairs features 2 well-proportioned BR, w/ a rear primary suite with a en suite 1/2 bath and a private deck—perfect for relaxing on warm summer evenings. The 1st-floor unit is a spacious 1-BR featuring original inlaid ornamental wood flooring, a private porch, and layout flexibility to easily convert into a 2-BR. Major property upgrades include a 2020 Navien on-demand heating & hot water system, durable stainless-steel countertops, and well-maintained slate roof. Short walk to Red Line & for gardeners, a charming neighborhood community garden sits 2 doors down.
Uphams Corner-Jones Hill, located between Dorchester Avenue and Columbia Road, is a residential and commercial Boston neighborhood with a hilltop streetscape and a historic main-street core. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the busy Four Corners at Dudley Street and Columbia Road, where corner markets, Caribbean bakeries, barbershops, and takeout counters keep the sidewalks in motion. The Strand Theatre anchors the cultural calendar, while the Dorchester Art Project adds gallery energy in a former church. Triple Decker blocks climb Jones Hill, mixing porches, bay windows, and tight-knit side streets. Parks and schoolyards stitch together walking routes, and the MBTA Fairmount Line adds a commuter rhythm.
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Offer insights
17 Windermere Rd · $999,000
$999K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $999K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
58 days
The average home goes pending in 48 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.7%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
11 total rooms
Full basement
Has waterview (bay)
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Flooring
Wood flooring
Heating & cooling
2 heating units
3 heat zones
Exterior features
Porch
Deck
Gentle sloping / sloped lot
Waterfront access: Bay, Harbor, Ocean; about 1/2 to 1 mile to the beach; public beach ownership
Public road frontage
Paved roads
Home design
Multi‑family property
3 total stories
3 levels listed for the building
Parking
Paved driveway and on‑street parking
Open parking available
Construction
Frame construction
Granite foundation
Wood and slate roof
Built (year per public records)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
100 amp electric service
HOA & community
Community amenities: public transportation, shopping, pool, tennis courts, park, walking/jogging trails, golf, laundromat, highway access, houses of worship, private and public schools, T‑station, university
Other
Building area (above grade finished): 2,875
Total building area listed: 2,875
Electricity and solar
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JONES HILL. LOCATION! VIEWS! 2-family in move-in condition offers striking skyline views from two levels. The first unit is a 1-bedroom with great income potential. The second unit has 2 levels of living, the first level offering spacious open living/dining areas, 2 bedrooms or a bedroom and office, kitchen, full bath, and the skyline. On the second level, 2 large bedrooms, a half bath, and from the large deck, panoramic city & water views. In move-in condition or a great choice for conversion
The Two-Family Residential Subdistricts are established to preserve, maintain, and promote two-family neighborhoods, to preserve existing structures, to provide for new infill construction appropriate to the existing fabric, and to allow minor changes to occur as of right. In a 2F Subdistrict, the maximum number of Dwelling Units allowed in a single building shall be 2.
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Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Park & open space
Mar 8, 2015 • Final
Short form bldg
Perform exterior renovations on a residential building.
Remodel
Jan 23, 2014 • Final
Plumbing
Work on plumbing.
Plumbing
Water heater
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
64% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Dorchester, MA • 02125
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Sun exposure
74/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Dorchester. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.8 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 17 Windermere Rd
$981,665
$17K under list price of $999K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $860K to $1.4M.