15 Fairfax St

Boston, MA
$ 1,799,000 Beds 6 Baths 2.5 Sq 4,927 Virtual Tour
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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.

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  • Price
  • $ 1,799,000
  • City
  • Boston
  • Bedrooms
  • 6
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 2
  • County
  • SUFFOLK
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 1
  • Area
  • Dorchesters Dorchester Center
  • Lot Size
  • 0.2 Acres
  • Zip
  • 02124
  • Sqr Footage
  • 4,927
  • Year Built
  • 1885
  • Taxes
  • $ 12718
  • Style
  • Victorian,Antique,Shingle
  • MLS#
  • 73539320
Listed By: Daniel Lewis with Herringbone Realty, LLC.
Data Source: Massachusetts MLS Property Info Network (MLSPIN)

Features

General

Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Hot Water,Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Roof Shingle
Zoning 2F-6000
Patio/Porch Features Porch,Patio,Covered
Architectural Style Victorian,Antique,Shingle
Exclusions Stainless Refrigerator On 3rd Floor,Tomato Plants In Front Flower Bed/Garden.
Year Built 1885
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2026
Parcel Number 1314658
Community Features Public Transportation,Shopping,T-Station
County Suffolk
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Subdivision Name Adams Village
Garage Y/N No
Total Rooms 18
Full Baths 2
Status Active
Directions Adams Street to Westmoreland Street,15 Fairfax is on the corner of Westmoreland and Fairfax.
City Boston
Disclosures Third floor exterior staircase has been previously removed.
Senior Community Y/N No
MLS Area Dorchester's Dorchester Center
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 8505
Property Attached Y/N No
Year Built Details Approximate
Tax Annual Amount 12718
Home Warranty Y/N No
Building Area Units Square Feet
Standard Status Active
Year Built Source Public Records
Tax Assessed Value 1367600
Certified Treated Unknown

Interior Features

Basement Full,Interior Entry,Concrete,Unfinished
Flooring Tile,Vinyl,Hardwood
Total Fireplaces 5
Air Conditioning Y/N Yes
Heating Y/N Yes
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Above Grade Finished Area 4927
Half Baths 1
Total Bedrooms 6
LivingAreaSource Public Record
Total Baths 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Porch,Patio,Covered Patio/Deck,Balcony,Garden
Parking Features Off Street
Lot Features Corner Lot
Water Source Public
Total Parking 2
Lot Size Area 0.2
Foundation Details Stone
Spa No
Building Area Total 4927
Lot Size Acres 0.2
Waterfront Y/N No
Door Features French Doors
Road Frontage Type Public

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the North Andover, MA office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Unknown Elementary School
Middle School Unknown Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

6/21/2026 Listed $1,799,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 02124

Price
AVG $910K
$1.8M
Taxes
AVG $8,309
$12,718
Year Built
AVG 1914
1885
Visits
AVG 130
301
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15 Fairfax St Boston, MA is a Single Family Home for sale at $1799000 with 4927 sqft and a lot size of 0.2 Acres Acre(s). 15 Fairfax St Boston has 6 bedrooms, 2 baths and was built in 1885. The property's zip code is 02124 which is in Boston, MA

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