OFF MARKET

Off Market Oct 2021 for $980K

$1,134,364

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,740/mo

•

2,606

sq ft

18 Alpha, Dorchester, MA 02124

About this home

Historic charm meets modern convenience in a true urban oasis that is Boston's historic Melville Park neighborhood. This gracious Victorian has been well maintained and updated; the home is spread over 3 floors, sits on prof. landscaped grounds with a private backyard for entertaining. Under a half mile to Shawmut (Red Line) meandering past other gracious homes. Two of the three full baths were added recently featuring a chic pallet of tadelakt plaster. The master sports heated floors, double vanity, a Toto washlet & stunning soaking tub + shower enclosure. Newer eat-in kitchen with direct access to a large deck partially sun sheltered by a trellis with mature grape vines. Formal dining room with working pocket doors to LR & a pretty sunroom. Grand staircase with original millwork and stained glass. Master bed w/ private balcony & wood burning FP. Stone block garage + ample parking on a charming gravel drive. 2nd fl. laundry, on demand hot water, in-ground irrigation, many upgrades!

Single-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

4,455 sq ftLot Size

$435Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Oliver Koester • Compass

Bought with MacKinnon & Co. • Compass

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•Source:MLS PIN #72890148

Redfin Estimate

$1,134,364

$154K since sold in October 2021$2,000 since July

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B
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C
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D
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E
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$650,000
F
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Market trends in Fields Corner West, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

103.3%

+3.4% MoM

Median sale price

$900K

$200K MoM

Avg. days on market

24d

23 days MoM

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Sale history for 18 Alpha

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72890148

Oct 25, 2021

Sold

$980,000

$376/sq ft

Sep 10, 2021

Contingent

—

Sep 5, 2021

Listed

$929,900

$357/sq ft

MLS PIN #71881169

Sep 23, 2015

Sold

$429,000

$165/sq ft

Aug 4, 2015

Pending

—

Jul 29, 2015

Listed

$449,000

$172/sq ft

+10

MELVILLE PARK - A lovely quarter-sawn oak stair hall with a delicate spindle work screen greets you as you enter this 9 room/1.5 bath Victorian. This lovely house has a dramatic artistic 'vibe' with stained glass, pocket French doors and unusual architectural detail. A formal dining room, spacious living room has quarter sawn oak box paneling and an unusual exposed brick fireplace rises to the ceiling and an attached sunroom captures beautiful southern light all afternoon. A pantry and laundry have been incorporated into an updated kitchen featuring Mexican tile, and a sunny garden deck. A two-room master, two family bedrooms and bath are on the second floor, as well as two more rooms on the third floor. This stylish home is a real "find" for buyers who will appreciate its lovely quality woodwork. A professionally landscaped blooming lot and a garage is just three blocks to Red Line's Shawmut T

MLS PIN #30512499

Nov 20, 2001

Sold

$355,000

$136/sq ft

Jun 14, 2001

Listing Removed

—

Jun 7, 2001

Listed

$359,900

$138/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 19, 2001

Sold

$355,000

$136/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$8,171 (+27.8%)

$214,400 + $546,400

$760,800

2022

$6,394 (+4.9%)

$196,700 + $391,000

$587,700

2021

$6,096 (+16.0%)

$196,700 + $374,600

$571,300

2020

$5,254 (+6.6%)

$184,600 + $312,900

$497,500

2019

$4,930 (+8.6%)

$150,600 + $317,100

$467,700

2018

$4,540 (+0.9%)

$150,600 + $282,600

$433,200

2017

$4,499 (−3.4%)

$150,600 + $274,200

$424,800

2016

$4,659 (+0.3%)

$149,500 + $274,000

$423,500

2015

$4,645

$130,400 + $253,200

$383,600

2014

$4,642 (−3.3%)

$130,400 + $238,600

$369,000

2013

$4,801 (+5.2%)

$130,400 + $235,000

$365,400

2012

$4,565 (+1.9%)

$92,100 + $258,000

$350,100

2011

$4,478

$92,100 + $258,000

$350,100

2009

$4,478 (+8.8%)

$92,100 + $258,000

$350,100

2006

$4,115

$112,200 + $274,900

$387,100

Tax history for 18 Alpha

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$8,171 (+27.8%)

$214,400 + $546,400

$760,800

2022

$6,394 (+4.9%)

$196,700 + $391,000

$587,700

2021

$6,096 (+16.0%)

$196,700 + $374,600

$571,300

2020

$5,254 (+6.6%)

$184,600 + $312,900

$497,500

2019

$4,930 (+8.6%)

$150,600 + $317,100

$467,700

2018

$4,540 (+0.9%)

$150,600 + $282,600

$433,200

2017

$4,499 (−3.4%)

$150,600 + $274,200

$424,800

2016

$4,659 (+0.3%)

$149,500 + $274,000

$423,500

2015

$4,645

$130,400 + $253,200

$383,600

2014

$4,642 (−3.3%)

$130,400 + $238,600

$369,000

2013

$4,801 (+5.2%)

$130,400 + $235,000

$365,400

2012

$4,565 (+1.9%)

$92,100 + $258,000

$350,100

2011

$4,478

$92,100 + $258,000

$350,100

2009

$4,478 (+8.8%)

$92,100 + $258,000

$350,100

2006

$4,115

$112,200 + $274,900

$387,100

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4,356 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1992

Sq. Ft.

2,316

Year built

1900

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Suffolk County

APN

1302231

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

DORCHESTER NEIGHBORHOOD-2F-5000

Dorchester Neighborhood-Two-Family Residential Subdistrict

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.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Off Street, Stone/Gravel

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony - Exterior

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Third
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Third
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Bidet,Recessed Lighting

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Skylight,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Low Flow Toilet,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Pendant

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Wainscoting

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Chair Rail,Wainscoting,Lighting - Overhead

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Ceiling Fan(s),Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Slider,Stainless Steel Appliances,Pot Filler Faucet,Gas Stove,Lighting - Overhead

Office Room Information
Level: Third
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Slab, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Master Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Door Features: Pocket Door, French Doors
Window Features: Window(s) - Stained Glass, Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Engineered Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Chair Rail, Wainscoting, Vestibule, Ceiling Fan(s), Lighting - Overhead, Bathroom - Half, Entry Hall, Office, Sun Room, Bathroom

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,606
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame, Post & Beam
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,095.77
Tax Year: 2021

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Park St to Alpha Rd. - Alpha is a one-way street between Park and Waldeck.
UnparsedAddress: 18 Alpha, Boston MA 02124

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Highway Access, T-Station, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,316
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 1992
County: Suffolk County
APN: 1302231

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Henderson Inclusion Elementary School

Public PreK-1 • Assigned • 0.3mi

Greenwood K-8 School

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

3/10

Community Academy Of Science And Health

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi

2/10

Techboston Academy

Public 7-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

3/10

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Lifestyle

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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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Dorchester, MA • 02124

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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.08M – $1.31M

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Home values near 18 Alpha

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
7 Alpha Road, Dorchester, MA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 2957 Sq. Ft.	$1,170,958
25 Alpha Road, Dorchester, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1854 Sq. Ft.	$734,412

Address	Redfin Estimate
11 Alpha Road, Dorchester, MA 8 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2830 Sq. Ft.	$1,028,678
33 Alpha Road, Dorchester, MA 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3330 Sq. Ft.	$1,173,844

Address	Redfin Estimate
17 Alpha Road, Dorchester, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2692 Sq. Ft.	$747,225
26 Alpha Road, Dorchester, MA 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2914 Sq. Ft.	$1,060,291

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