Here's your chance to get into the hot Dorchester market! This is a massive 4428 square foot building with tons of bedrooms and a gross monthly inflow of $6,600! Units feature open living/dining concepts with tall ceilings, hardwood floors, gas heating & rear decks. There are granite counters and stainless steel appliances in 2 of the units. Upgrades include new freshly painted unit 1, upgraded cabinets, hot water heaters, toilets, plumbing & electrical in units and common areas (added sensor lights). Windows have been replaced in some units. Buyers to do their own due diligence. This is perfect for an investor, 1031 exchange or owner occupant. This home is close to shopping, restaurants, public transportation, I93 and the South Bay Expansion project.
Great 3 Family with an in-law. Excellent conditions with separate utilities. Good investment for owner occupied or investors. Finished attic with 2 rooms.
Public Records
Jul 30, 1999
Sold
$200,000
$45/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 21, 1990
Sold
$175,000
$40/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,359 (+1.8%)
$269,000 + $695,500
$964,500
2022
$10,180 (+1.9%)
$269,000 + $666,700
$935,700
2021
$9,992 (+19.4%)
$260,000 + $676,500
$936,500
2020
$8,370 (+55.6%)
$199,800 + $592,800
$792,600
2019
$5,379 (+12.6%)
$124,900 + $385,400
$510,300
2018
$4,775 (+6.9%)
$124,900 + $330,700
$455,600
2017
$4,468 (+10.7%)
$124,900 + $297,000
$421,900
2016
$4,035 (−3.2%)
$124,900 + $241,900
$366,800
2015
$4,169 (−0.8%)
$100,500 + $243,800
$344,300
2014
$4,203 (−2.4%)
$100,500 + $233,600
$334,100
2013
$4,305 (+18.1%)
$100,500 + $227,100
$327,600
2012
$3,645 (−0.1%)
$83,200 + $196,300
$279,500
2011
$3,649
$83,200 + $202,100
$285,300
2009
$3,649 (−8.8%)
$83,200 + $202,100
$285,300
2006
$3,999
$101,200 + $275,000
$376,200
Tax history for 495 Columbia Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,359 (+1.8%)
$269,000 + $695,500
$964,500
2022
$10,180 (+1.9%)
$269,000 + $666,700
$935,700
2021
$9,992 (+19.4%)
$260,000 + $676,500
$936,500
2020
$8,370 (+55.6%)
$199,800 + $592,800
$792,600
2019
$5,379 (+12.6%)
$124,900 + $385,400
$510,300
2018
$4,775 (+6.9%)
$124,900 + $330,700
$455,600
2017
$4,468 (+10.7%)
$124,900 + $297,000
$421,900
2016
$4,035 (−3.2%)
$124,900 + $241,900
$366,800
2015
$4,169 (−0.8%)
$100,500 + $243,800
$344,300
2014
$4,203 (−2.4%)
$100,500 + $233,600
$334,100
2013
$4,305 (+18.1%)
$100,500 + $227,100
$327,600
2012
$3,645 (−0.1%)
$83,200 + $196,300
$279,500
2011
$3,649
$83,200 + $202,100
$285,300
2009
$3,649 (−8.8%)
$83,200 + $202,100
$285,300
2006
$3,999
$101,200 + $275,000
$376,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
The 3F Subdistricts are designed to preserve low-density three-family areas with a variety of housing types appropriate to the existing fabric, including one-, two-, and three-family dwellings, to preserve existing structures, to provide for new and infill construction appropriate to the existing fabric, and to allow minor changes to occur as of right. In the 3F Subdistricts, the maximum number of Dwelling Units allowed in a single Building shall be 3, and the maximum number of Town House Buildings or Row House Buildings attached in a row shall be 3.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Park & open space
Aug 6, 2025 • Final
Electrical
Work on electrical systems.
Electrical
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.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Basement Information
Basement: Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 20
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: Y
Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 2
Lease: Y
Unit #3 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 3
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,428
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Stone
Stories (Total): 3
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood
Property Information
PropertySubType: 3 Family - 3 Units Up/Down
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,379
Tax Year: 2019
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
Location Information
Directions: GPS
UnparsedAddress: 495 Columbia Rd, Boston MA 02125
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 11
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,943
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 2,614 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
Year Built: 1910
Year Renovated: 2008
County: Suffolk County
APN: 1299245
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Everett Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi
5/10
Lilla G. Frederick Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
3/10
Carter School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
Boston Latin Academy
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
7/10
Albert D Holland School of Technology
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
2/10
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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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
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