20 Mellen St, Unit 2

1,242 Sq. Ft.
$475 / Sq. Ft.
1,242
Sq. Ft.
$475
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Sun-drenched and rich in original detail, this Ashmont Hill home blends timeless character with everyday livability just a short distance to the Red Line. Sixteen windows flood the space with natural light, highlighting beautifully preserved woodwork, stained glass, pocket doors, and two gas fireplaces. The flexible layout offers two generous bedrooms plus a dedicated office - perfect for today’s work-from-home lifestyle. Newly refinished floors and fresh paint create a move-in-ready feel, while...Sun-drenched and rich in original detail, this Ashmont Hill home blends timeless character with everyday livability just a short distance to the Red Line. Sixteen windows flood the space with natural light, highlighting beautifully preserved woodwork, stained glass, pocket doors, and two gas fireplaces. The flexible layout offers two generous bedrooms plus a dedicated office - perfect for today’s work-from-home lifestyle. Newly refinished floors and fresh paint create a move-in-ready feel, while the home’s historic charm creates warmth and distinction rarely found in today’s market. A small covered outdoor space provides a quiet spot for morning coffee or evening unwinding. Set on a tree-lined street in one of Dorchester’s most sought-after neighborhoods, this home offers both character and convenience, with easy access to transit, parks, and local favorites like Via Cannucia, Tavolo, American Provisions & BTone Fitness. A rare opportunity to own a truly special Ashmont Hill residence.
  1. Listed by Tara O Riordan • Coldwell Banker Realty - Dorchester

Property Details for 20 Mellen Street, Unit 2

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Dorchester's Ashmont
Area
MA-Boston-Dorchester's Ashmont, MA-Boston
Style
Mid-Rise
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
.00
Parking Spaces Total
0
Unit Placement
Middle
LISTING UPDATED: 05/26/2026 11:10 AM

Property Details for 20 Mellen Street, Unit 2

StatusContingent
MLS #73522595
Days on Market5
Taxes$3,207 / year
HOA Fees$380 / month
Property TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1899
CountySuffolk County

Location

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Building Information for 20 Mellen Street, Unit 2

Building/Complex20 Mellen StFloor2Stories1Residences6Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details-Year Built1899

Payment Calculator

$3,587 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,940

Property Taxes

$267

HOA Dues

$380

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Property Information for 20 Mellen Street, Unit 2

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, T-Station
  • Living Area: 1242.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 6
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Y
  • Common Walls: Middle
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Window AC
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Covered
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Covered Patio/Deck
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Covered
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Open Parking: Yes
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Seller makes no guarantees on fireplaces.
Tax Information
  • Assessments: $608,200
  • Book: 38307
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: RES
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Other Building Characteristics
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
  • Management: Owner Association
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 2
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 2.0

Property History for 20 Mellen Street, Unit 2

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 25, 2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73522595

—
May 21, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73522595

$590,000—
Oct 21, 2005

Sold

MLS PIN #70166338

$324,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/25/2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73522595

—
05/21/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73522595

$590,000
10/21/2005

Sold

MLS PIN #70166338

$324,500

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 20 Mellen Street, Unit 2

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$518,500Total-
Tax Record2024$5,652 ($471 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,242 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,242 SqFtStories1Lot Size1,242 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1899Year Renovated2004ZoningCDCountySUFFOLKAPNDORC W:17 P:04668 S:010Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 20 Mellen Street, Unit 2

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 3
Public - 2 to 12
Public - 7 to 12
Public - PK to 1
Rating
School
Distance
Lee Academy
PublicPK to 3

Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper
Public2 to 12

Techboston Academy
Public7 to 12

Henderson Inclusion Elementary School
PublicPK to 1

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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