$449,000
SOLD JUL 11, 2025

218-220 E Cottage St Unit 3 Dorchester, MA 02125

Columbia Point Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
770 Sq Ft
$201/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$583 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

48 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Balcony
  • 1-minute walk to Thomas J Kane Square

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to 218 E Cottage St – a beautifully updated and inviting one-bedroom condo in the heart of Dorchester. This charming 770 sq ft home offers a perfect blend of classic character and modern updates. Featuring high ceilings, an updated kitchen, bathroom, and abundant natural light, the space feels bright, airy, and welcoming. Enjoy plenty of in-unit storage throughout, plus an additional private storage unit in the basement—ideal for bikes, seasonal items, or extra belongings. Step outside to your private deck and enjoy direct views of the historic Blake House. Located just a short walk to the JFK/UMass T Station and surrounded by local restaurants, bars, and shops, this home offers exceptional convenience in one of Dorchester’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor or looking for a low-maintenance city home, this move-in-ready condo checks all the boxes—including one off-street parking space.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ryan McCormick

Metro Realty Corp. Listed on: 04/09/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Edward Desilets

ETCH Realty, LLC

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,811

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

HOA Fees

  • $201 Monthly HOA Fees

Interior Spaces

  • 770 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Fireplaces

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Parking

  • 1 Car Parking Space
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:07 P:02948 S:006,1293329

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance
  • 8 Units
  • Low-Rise Condominium

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,811

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$201 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Low-Rise
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 224
  • Bathroom 1 Area: 40
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Balcony / Deck
  • Room Kitchen Area: 119
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, In Building
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Area: 252
  • Room Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement: N
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 770
  • Living Area: 770
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: BB1465
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 596.1
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 583.12
  • MAIN SO: AN3044

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 201
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 3
  • MANAGEMENT: Owner Association

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:07 P:02948 S:006,1293329
  • Zoning: RES
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Size Area: 0.02
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 770
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 100
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3811
  • Tax Book Number: 62328

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 8
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 9, 2025
Closed on
Jul 11, 2025
Sold by
Draper Niles
Bought by
Barcelos Chris A
Seller's Agent
Ryan McCormick
Metro Realty Corp.
Buyer's Agent
Edward Desilets
ETCH Realty, LLC
List Price
$459,000
Sold Price
$449,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2.18%
Views
30

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
105.77%
Original Mortgage
$249,000
Outstanding Balance
$248,789
Interest Rate
6.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$244,370
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed $449,000 --
Condominium Deed $449,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $249,000 New Conventional
Closed $249,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $282,500 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $289,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $127,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/11/2025 07/11/25 Sold $449,000 -2.2% $583 / Sq Ft
05/27/2025 05/27/25 Pending -- -- --
04/09/2025 04/09/25 For Sale $459,000 +35.0% $596 / Sq Ft
12/30/2019 12/30/19 Sold $340,000 -2.6% $442 / Sq Ft
11/01/2019 11/01/19 Pending -- -- --
10/07/2019 10/07/19 Price Changed $349,000 -5.4% $453 / Sq Ft
09/24/2019 09/24/19 For Sale $369,000 +117.1% $479 / Sq Ft
03/13/2012 03/13/12 Sold $170,000 -10.1% $221 / Sq Ft
02/06/2012 02/06/12 Pending -- -- --
10/24/2011 10/24/11 For Sale $189,000 -- $245 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $3,811 $329,100 $0 $329,100
2024 $3,554 $326,100 $0 $326,100
2023 $3,397 $316,300 $0 $316,300
2022 $3,278 $301,300 $0 $301,300
2021 $3,152 $295,400 $0 $295,400
2020 $3,094 $293,000 $0 $293,000
2019 $2,860 $271,300 $0 $271,300
2018 $2,658 $253,600 $0 $253,600
2017 $2,464 $232,700 $0 $232,700
2016 $2,371 $215,500 $0 $215,500
2015 $2,220 $183,300 $0 $183,300
2014 $2,058 $163,600 $0 $163,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73357430

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: DORC-000000-000007-002948-000006