42 Algonquin St

2,744 Sq. Ft.
$273 / Sq. Ft.
2,744
Sq. Ft.
$273
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Open house canceled. This listing is still available. This single-family residence presents a unique opportunity to own a piece of history. This home has been standing since 1890, holding timeless appeal. With seven bedrooms, this residence offers an abundance of space to create personalized sanctuaries for rest and rejuvenation. Imagine transforming each room into a reflection of your unique style, from a cozy reading nook to a bright and airy creative studio. The possibilities are as expansive...Open house canceled. This listing is still available. This single-family residence presents a unique opportunity to own a piece of history. This home has been standing since 1890, holding timeless appeal. With seven bedrooms, this residence offers an abundance of space to create personalized sanctuaries for rest and rejuvenation. Imagine transforming each room into a reflection of your unique style, from a cozy reading nook to a bright and airy creative studio. The possibilities are as expansive as your imagination. This property includes one full bathroom and two half bathrooms, thoughtfully distributed to provide convenience. The layout supports comfortable living within the 2744 square feet of living area. The property is set upon a 4200 square foot lot. This single-family residence, with its storied past and ample space, awaits your vision to transform it into a cherished home for years to come.
  1. Listed by Melanie Daye • Boston's Future Finest RE

Property Details for 42 Algonquin Street

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Dorchester's Dorchester Center
Area
MA-Boston-Dorchester's Dorchester Center, MA-Boston
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
2
LISTING UPDATED: 01/31/2026 03:07 AM

Property Details for 42 Algonquin Street

StatusActive
MLS #73464297
Days on Market34
Taxes$7,279 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1890
CountySuffolk County

Location

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Building Information for 42 Algonquin Street

Stories-Year Built1890Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,200 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,262 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,655

Property Taxes

$607

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 42 Algonquin Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Laundromat, House of Worship, Public School, Sidewalks
  • Living Area: 2744.0
  • Color: Tan
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Roxbury Prep Lucy Stone
  • High School: Techboston Academy
  • Middle School: Holmes Innovation School
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement Features: Full
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Features: Entrance Foyer
  • Interior Features: Window AC
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Screens
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Storage Shed, Screens, Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Screens, Balcony, Storage Shed, Deck
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Main, First Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Deck - Exterior
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - 3/4
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Level: Basement
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Wood
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Disclosures: Sold in as is condition,property tax will be lower with residential exemption through the City of Boston,and please do your due diligence,as well as research. This is a foreclosure that had an auction that was cancelled. The property is occupied with a no lease tenant.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: 1297323
  • Assessments: $587,000
  • Block: 00093
  • Book: 8249
  • Lot: 000
  • Map: 17
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: R1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 7
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 42 Algonquin Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 27, 2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73464297

$750,000—
Dec 30, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73464297

$700,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/27/2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73464297

$750,000
12/30/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73464297

$700,000

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

Public Records for 42 Algonquin Street

Taxable ValueLand$162,100Additions$408,500Total$570,600
Tax Record2025$6,608 ($551 / month)
Home Facts
Beds7Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,744 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,744 SqFtStories3Lot Size4,200 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1890Year Renovated1985ZoningR1CountySUFFOLKAPNDORC W:17 P:00093 S:000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 42 Algonquin Street

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - PK to 8
Public - 7 to 12
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Holmes Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Greenwood K-8 School
PublicPK to 8

Jeremiah E Burke High School
Public7 to 12

Lee K-8 School
PublicPK to 8

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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42 Algonquin Street is a single family home for sale in Boston, MA 02124. This property was listed for sale on December 30, 2025 by Boston's Future Finest RE, it's currently listed at $750,000. This listing's school district is Boston Public Schools. Nearby schools include Holmes Elementary School, Greenwood K-8 School and Jeremiah E Burke High School. 42 Algonquin Street is a 7-bed, 3-bath, 2,744 sqft single family home built in 1890.

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