RENTED APR 15, 2026

12 Dixfield St Boston, MA 02127

South Boston Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $797,000 - $1,010,789

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,062 Sq Ft
$822/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 1, 2013

Last sale price $451,500 $425 Per Sq Ft

Est. 93% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,489 / mo

Highlights

  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • No HOA
  • Cooling Available
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Jogging Path
  • 2-minute walk to South Boston Bark Park

About This Home

As of April 2026

Rare opportunity to rent a single-family home in the South Boston market! This immaculate 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence is ideally located between Thomas Park and Carson Beach. The home offers generous storage throughout, including an basement perfect for larger items. A built-in Murphy bed provides added flexibility for guests. Enjoy a modern open-concept kitchen, gleaming hardwood floors, central A/C, and in-unit laundry. The fenced private patio is ideal for grilling and outdoor relaxation. Available June 1.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Carolyn Cuff

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston Listed on: 04/07/2026

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Last Renter's Agent

Carly Gundersen

Atlas Group, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • 1875

Lot Details

  • 1,107

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1,062 Sq Ft Home
  • Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • 1,107 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is near public transit and schools

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $4,100
  • Property Available on 6/1/26
  • Rent includes occupancy only
  • Assessor Parcel Number W:07 P:01352 S:000,1413041

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

1875

Lot Details

1,107 Sq Ft Lot

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Available Date: 2026-06-01
  • Lease Term: Term of Rental(15)
  • Available Now: No
  • Deposit Required: Yes
  • FIRST MON REQD: Yes
  • INSURANCE REQD: Yes
  • LAST MON REQD: No
  • REFERENCES REQD: Yes
  • SEC DEPOSIT: 4100

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1875

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, In Unit
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1062
  • Living Area: 1062
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN6181
  • MAIN SO: AN7085

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Waterfront Features: 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach
  • Waterfront YN: No

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Rent Includes: Occupancy Only
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:07 P:01352 S:000,1413041
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1107
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 22, 2013
Closed on
Aug 1, 2013
Sold by
Scherr Mary
Bought by
Mcdermott Clare
Seller's Agent
Liz Dehler
Donnelly + Co.
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
Non Member Office
List Price
$460,000
Sold Price
$451,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,500
-1.85%
Current Estimated Value
$873,447

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$421,947
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.31%
Original Mortgage
$361,200
Outstanding Balance
$257,846
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$615,601

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 14, 1991
Sold by
Dillon John and Dillon Patricia M
Bought by
Farrington Margaret
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Mcdermott Clare $451,500 --
Mcdermott Clare $451,500 --
Farrington Margaret $32,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mcdermott Clare $361,200
Closed Farrington Margaret $361,200
Previous Owner Farrington Margaret $40,000
Previous Owner Farrington Margaret $109,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/15/2026 04/15/26 Rented $4,150 +1.2% --
04/07/2026 04/07/26 For Rent $4,100 +6.5% --
08/02/2023 08/02/23 Rented $3,850 -1.3% --
07/21/2023 07/21/23 Under Contract -- -- --
07/05/2023 07/05/23 Price Changed $3,900 -2.5% $4 / Sq Ft
06/05/2023 06/05/23 For Rent $4,000 +3.9% --
05/13/2022 05/13/22 Rented $3,850 +1.3% --
05/09/2022 05/09/22 Under Contract -- -- --
04/28/2022 04/28/22 For Rent $3,800 +2.7% --
04/16/2021 04/16/21 Rented $3,700 +2.8% --
04/03/2021 04/03/21 Under Contract -- -- --
03/18/2021 03/18/21 For Rent $3,600 +5.9% --
06/26/2018 06/26/18 Rented $3,400 0.0% --
06/22/2018 06/22/18 Under Contract -- -- --
06/07/2018 06/07/18 For Rent $3,400 0.0% --
08/01/2013 08/01/13 Sold $451,500 -1.8% $425 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/20/2013 05/20/13 Pending -- -- --
04/22/2013 04/22/13 For Sale $460,000 -- $433 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

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 $10,681 $922,400 $311,900 $610,500
2024 $10,039 $921,000 $289,800 $631,200
2023 $9,335 $869,200 $273,500 $595,700
2022 $8,672 $797,100 $250,800 $546,300
2021 $8,258 $773,900 $243,500 $530,400
2020 $7,221 $683,800 $240,100 $443,700
2019 $6,613 $627,400 $177,000 $450,400
2018 $6,264 $597,700 $177,000 $420,700
2017 $6,026 $569,000 $177,000 $392,000
2016 $5,443 $494,800 $177,000 $317,800
2015 $5,939 $490,400 $147,700 $342,700
2014 $4,322 $343,600 $147,700 $195,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • C

    Landlord's Agent in 2026

    Carolyn Cuff

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

    (617) 331-0683

    1 in this area

    5 Total Sales

    Carolyn Cuff
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  • C

    Tenant's Agent in 2026

    Carly Gundersen

    Atlas Group, LLC

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  • Jessica Quirk

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Jessica Quirk

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

    (617) 266-4430

    180 in this area

    371 Total Sales

    Jessica Quirk
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  • J

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Jake McFadden

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

  • Aranson Maguire Group

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Aranson Maguire Group

    Compass

    (617) 206-3333

    165 in this area

    441 Total Sales

    Aranson Maguire Group
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  • B

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Brendan Carroll

    Luxury Residential Group, LLC

    (617) 233-5800

    24 Total Sales

    Brendan Carroll
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73497547

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SBOS-000000-000007-001352

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02127 South Boston

12 Dixfield St, Boston, MA

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