John Silk
Responds Quickly
Engel & Volkers Boston
(508) 762-1632
71 Total Sales
2 in South Boston
$425K - $489K Price Range
12 Dixfield St Boston, MA 02127
South Boston NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $844,000 - $1,009,000
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,062
Sq Ft
$883/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Property is near public transit and schools
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Jogging Path
- Beethoven Elementary School Rated A-
- No HOA
- 2-minute walk to South Boston Bark Park
About This Home
As of April 2026Rare 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 Renter's Agent
Carly Gundersen
Atlas Group, LLC
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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
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 22, 2013
Closed on
Aug 1, 2013
Sold by
Scherr Mary
Bought by
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
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$486,640
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.75%
Original Mortgage
$361,200
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 14, 1991
Sold by
Dillon John
Bought by
Farrington Margaret
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in South Boston, MA
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John Silk
-
Tim McDonald
Tim McDonald
Responds Quickly(508) 796-8265
53 Total Sales
3 in South Boston
$905K - $1.2M Price Range
-
Brian Willinsky
Brian Willinsky
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
(475) 267-5337
54 Total Sales
1 in South Boston
$435,000 Price
-
Anne Galvin
Anne Galvin
Coldwell Banker Realty - Dorchester
(857) 326-6751
85 Total Sales
8 in South Boston
$460K - $1.7M Price Range
-
Franklin Knotts
Franklin Knotts
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
(781) 752-4079
21 Total Sales
2 in South Boston
$550K - $1.6M Price Range
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Wendy Whitty
Wendy Whitty
Whitty Real Estate
(339) 230-2775
40 Total Sales
1 in South Boston
$580,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $451,500 | -- | ||
| Farrington Margaret | $32,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $497,000 | ||
| Closed | -- | $361,200 | |
| Closed | Scherr Mary M | $40,000 | |
| Closed | Scherr Mary M | $109,700 | |
| Closed | Scherr Mary | $32,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Griffin Margaret A | $44,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Griffin Margaret A | $21,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | -- | -- |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History
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| 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
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Carolyn Cuff
CC
Landlord's Agent in 2026
Carolyn Cuff
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
(617) 331-0683
2 in this area
14 Total Sales
-
CG
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
166 in this area
360 Total Sales
-
JM
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023
Jake McFadden
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
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Aranson Maguire Group
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Aranson Maguire Group
Compass
(617) 206-3333
160 in this area
464 Total Sales
-
BC
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Brendan Carroll
Luxury Residential Group, LLC
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73497547
APN: SBOS-000000-000007-001352
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