Discover endless possibilities at 4 Melville, home to the iconic Merrihew Manor in Dorchester. Lovingly restored, this stunning Queen Anne Victorian offers a Single-Family PLUS Carriage House on a massive 16,000+ square foot lot. Framed by a gabled front porch adorned with heirloom wisteria, and up an elegantly long driveway, the home makes an impressive impact from the street. The expansive Main House features three floors of living space, including 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a spacious chef's kitchen, formal dining room, welcoming living room, and five fireplaces. The additional Carriage House at the rear of the property includes a bedroom, two baths, a workshop/storage space, a huge basement and potential for a second bedroom. Ideal for visionary clients, this property offers rental income, housing for extended family and/or a spacious at-home workspace. Just a few blocks from the Shawmut Red Line T and close to many notable restaurants, cafes and area amenities!
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Year Built: 1890
Living Area: 5,217 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Compass
Listing Agent: MacKinnon & Co.
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Range, Disposal, Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Basement: Yes
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Wood
Interior: Storage, Crown Molding, Stone/Granite/Solid Counters, Upgraded Cabinets, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom with Shower Stall, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Smart Thermostat, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral/Vaulted Ceilings, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry Room, Mudroom, Office/Den, Living RM/Dining RM Combo
This property is $1.2M more than the Median Sold Price and $247/SqFt less than other homes in Boston, MA.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
MLS Number: #73240572
Listing Office:
Office Name: Compass
Listing Agent: MacKinnon & Co.
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Elementary School
3
/10
O W Holmes
40 School St
Distance between this listing and this school0.28 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
3
/10
John P Holland
85 Olney St
Distance between this listing and this school0.80 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
3
/10
Thomas J Kenny
19 Oakton Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.04 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Middle School
2
/10
Joseph Lee
155 Talbot Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.49 miles
Public District Grades PK-8
1
/10
Sarah Greenwood
189 Glenway St
Distance between this listing and this school0.53 miles
Public District Grades PK-8
5
/10
Richard J Murphy
1 Worrell St
Distance between this listing and this school1.12 miles
Public District Grades PK-8
High School
2
/10
Community Academy of Science and Health
11 Charles St
Distance between this listing and this school0.67 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
4
/10
Jeremiah E Burke High School
60 Washington St
Distance between this listing and this school1.05 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
8
/10
Boston Latin Academy
205 Townsend St
Distance between this listing and this school1.69 miles
Public District Grades 7-12
Assigned Schools
3
/10
O W Holmes
40 School St
Distance between this listing and this school0.28 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
3
/10
John P Holland
85 Olney St
Distance between this listing and this school0.80 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
3
/10
Thomas J Kenny
19 Oakton Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.04 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Assigned Schools
2
/10
Joseph Lee
155 Talbot Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.49 miles
Public District Grades PK-8
1
/10
Sarah Greenwood
189 Glenway St
Distance between this listing and this school0.53 miles
Public District Grades PK-8
5
/10
Richard J Murphy
1 Worrell St
Distance between this listing and this school1.12 miles
Public District Grades PK-8
Assigned Schools
2
/10
Community Academy of Science and Health
11 Charles St
Distance between this listing and this school0.67 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
4
/10
Jeremiah E Burke High School
60 Washington St
Distance between this listing and this school1.05 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
8
/10
Boston Latin Academy
205 Townsend St
Distance between this listing and this school1.69 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $39,145. Typical income of Boston, MA residents is less than $35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
This home is located at 4 Melville Ave in Boston, MA and zip code 02124 in the Dorchester neighborhood. This 5,217 square foot home, which was built in 1890, sits on a 0.37 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 20, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,100,000.
Boston, MA housing market in May 2024 saw over 199 listings sold above listed price, more than 71 sold at listed price and over 171 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Boston, MA between April 2024 and May 2024 increased by 10.2%. In May 2024, listings were on the market for 33 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $808,904.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.