1185 Adams St Unit 5 Dorchester Center, MA 02124
Lower Mills Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
735
Sq Ft
$370/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Property is near public transit
- 4-minute walk to Butler Station
- Tennis Courts
- Wood Flooring
- Corner Lot
- Jogging Path
About This Home
As of July 2025Why rent when you can own? This charming 2-bedroom condo in Dorchester’s Lower Mills is perfect for downsizers or students looking for a smart investment. Freshly painted and professionally cleaned, the unit features hardwood floors, a spacious living room with built-in A/C, and a bright eat-in kitchen. Both bedrooms offer great closet space. Enjoy the ease of assigned off-street parking, on-site laundry, and a low condo fee under $400/month. Located near Dorchester Ave, you’re minutes from shops, dining, transit, and the historic Boston Chocolate Factory. Move-in ready and easy to maintain—don’t miss your chance to own in one of Dorchester’s most walkable neighborhoods!
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,042
Year Built
- Built in 1960
HOA Fees
- $370 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Frame Construction
- Rubber Roof
Interior Spaces
- 735 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Intercom
- Range
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Parking
- 1 Car Parking Space
- Paved Parking
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
- Deeded Parking
- Assigned Parking
Location
- Property is near public transit
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- 1 Heating Zone
- Hot Water Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number W:17 P:03547 S:011,1295858
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash
- 16 Units
- Low-Rise Condominium
- Milton View Condominium Association Community
Amenities
- Shops
- Laundry Facilities
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Park
- Jogging Path
Pet Policy
- Call for details about the types of pets allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 28, 2020
Closed on
Oct 15, 2020
Sold by
Millerick John P and Burke-Millerick Linda
Bought by
Carrick Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Doreen Heffron
Village Realty HM, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Naomi Malabre
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
List Price
$329,900
Sold Price
$315,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-4.52%
Total Days on Market
80
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.12%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 25, 2011
Sold by
Downie Elizabeth
Bought by
Millerick John P and Millerick Linda B
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 24, 2006
Sold by
Adams Street Rt 1185
Bought by
Mcmanus Elizabeth
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$195,700
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $315,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $184,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $206,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $195,700 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/16/2025 07/16/25 | Sold | $370,000 | 0.0% | $503 / Sq Ft |
| 07/16/2025 07/16/25 | For Rent | $2,400 | 0.0% | -- |
| 07/03/2025 07/03/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/29/2025 05/29/25 | Price Changed | $389,900 | -2.5% | $530 / Sq Ft |
| 05/08/2025 05/08/25 | Price Changed | $399,900 | -2.4% | $544 / Sq Ft |
| 04/14/2025 04/14/25 | For Sale | $409,900 | +30.1% | $558 / Sq Ft |
| 10/15/2020 10/15/20 | Sold | $315,000 | -4.5% | $429 / Sq Ft |
| 09/20/2020 09/20/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/28/2020 08/28/20 | For Sale | $329,900 | 0.0% | $449 / Sq Ft |
| 03/29/2016 03/29/16 | Rented | $1,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 03/22/2016 03/22/16 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/10/2016 03/10/16 | For Rent | $1,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 02/29/2016 02/29/16 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/01/2016 02/01/16 | For Rent | $1,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 07/09/2014 07/09/14 | Rented | $1,500 | -3.2% | -- |
| 07/09/2014 07/09/14 | For Rent | $1,550 | -- | -- |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,054 | $350,100 | $0 | $350,100 |
| 2024 | $4,042 | $370,800 | $0 | $370,800 |
| 2023 | $3,865 | $359,900 | $0 | $359,900 |
| 2022 | $3,694 | $339,500 | $0 | $339,500 |
| 2021 | $3,477 | $325,900 | $0 | $325,900 |
| 2020 | $2,795 | $264,700 | $0 | $264,700 |
| 2019 | $2,631 | $249,600 | $0 | $249,600 |
| 2018 | $2,135 | $203,700 | $0 | $203,700 |
| 2017 | $1,979 | $186,900 | $0 | $186,900 |
| 2016 | $1,922 | $174,700 | $0 | $174,700 |
| 2015 | $1,963 | $162,100 | $0 | $162,100 |
| 2014 | $1,871 | $148,700 | $0 | $148,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Paolo Jimenez
Seller's Agent in 2025
Paolo Jimenez
Engel & Volkers Boston
(617) 959-6386
61 Total Sales
-
Naomi Malabre
Seller's Agent in 2025
Naomi Malabre
RE/MAX
(617) 833-5966
2 in this area
79 Total Sales
-
Doina Leca
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Doina Leca
Engel & Volkers Boston
(774) 383-1038
1 in this area
32 Total Sales
-
Doreen Heffron
Seller's Agent in 2020
Doreen Heffron
Village Realty HM, LLC
(617) 462-7276
1 in this area
65 Total Sales
-
K
Seller's Agent in 2016
Kristin Hallsen
Conway - Quincy
-
A
Seller's Agent in 2014
Ann Murphy
Village Realty HM, LLC
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73359640
APN: DORC-000000-000017-003547-000011
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