18 Alpha Road

Boston, MA 02124

$980,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
3
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
2,606 Sq. Ft.
$376 / Sq. Ft.
2,606
Sq. Ft.
$376
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Historic charm meets modern convenience in a true urban oasis that is Boston's historic Melville Park neighborhood. This gracious Victorian has been well maintained and updated; the home is spread over 3 floors, sits on prof. landscaped grounds with a private backyard for entertaining. Under a half mile to Shawmut (Red Line) meandering past other gracious homes. Two of the three full baths were added recently featuring a chic pallet of tadelakt plaster. The master sports heated floors, double vanity,...Historic charm meets modern convenience in a true urban oasis that is Boston's historic Melville Park neighborhood. This gracious Victorian has been well maintained and updated; the home is spread over 3 floors, sits on prof. landscaped grounds with a private backyard for entertaining. Under a half mile to Shawmut (Red Line) meandering past other gracious homes. Two of the three full baths were added recently featuring a chic pallet of tadelakt plaster. The master sports heated floors, double vanity, a Toto washlet & stunning soaking tub + shower enclosure. Newer eat-in kitchen with direct access to a large deck partially sun sheltered by a trellis with mature grape vines. Formal dining room with working pocket doors to LR & a pretty sunroom. Grand staircase with original millwork and stained glass. Master bed w/ private balcony & wood burning FP. Stone block garage + ample parking on a charming gravel drive. 2nd fl. laundry, on demand hot water, in-ground irrigation, many upgrades!

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Property Details for 18 Alpha Road

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Dorchester
Area
MA-Boston-Dorchester, MA-Boston
Architectural Style
Victorian
Style
Victorian
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
3

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 09:47 AM

Property Details for 18 Alpha Road

StatusSold
MLS #72890148
Days on Market12
Taxes$6,096 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1900
CountySuffolk County

Location

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Building Information for 18 Alpha Road

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,455 SF

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$5,856 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,348

Property Taxes

$508

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 18 Alpha Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Highway Access, T-Station, Sidewalks
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 2606.0
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Neighborhood: Melville Park
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
  • Basement Features: Full, Walk Out, Interior Access, Slab, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Master Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Engineered Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Chair Rail, Wainscoting, Vestibule, Ceiling Fan(s), Lighting - Overhead, Bathroom - Half, Entry Hall, Office, Sun Room, Bathroom
  • Interior Features: French Doors, Window AC
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
  • SpaYN: Yes
  • Window Features: Window(s) - Stained Glass, Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame, Post & Beam
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Balcony, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Off-Street, Stone/Gravel
  • Parking Features: Detached, Off-Street, Stone/Gravel
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Stone/Gravel
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony - Exterior
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom4 Level: Third
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Bidet,Recessed Lighting
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Skylight,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Low Flow Toilet,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Pendant
  • Bathroom3 Level: Third
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Chair Rail,Wainscoting,Lighting - Overhead
  • Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Bathroom - Half,Ceiling Fan(s),Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Slider,Stainless Steel Appliances,Pot Filler Faucet,Gas Stove,Lighting - Overhead
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Wainscoting
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Office Level: Third
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Two of the three rooms on 3rd floor are without their own heat source,three windows have broken seals,basement slab damp after heavy rainfall,sunroom heater disconnected,stained glass window missing one rope pull,some in-ground sprinkler heads do not activate fully. Master without closet.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: 1302231
  • Assessments: $571,300
  • Book: 55097
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Zoning: 101-Single
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5%
  • Other Agent Compensation: 0

Property History for 18 Alpha Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 18 Alpha Road

Taxable ValueLand$229,400Additions$584,500Total$813,900
Tax Record2024$8,872 ($739 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,316 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,316 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,455 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900Year Renovated1992ZoningR1CountySUFFOLKAPNDORC W:17 P:01049 S:000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 18 Alpha Road

This home is within Boston School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 1
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Henderson Inclusion Elementary School
PublicPK to 1

Greenwood K-8 School
PublicPK to 8

Community Academy Of Science And Health
Public9 to 12

Holmes Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

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