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Single family home for sale at 40 Humphreys St, Dorchester, MA 02125 | MLS# 73579099 | Listing updated on 2026-10-16
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$799,900

Monthly Est:$3,981

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    2 Baths
  • Beds Icon1,938sqft

40 Humphreys St, Dorchester, MA 02125

$3,981/moEst:

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1900

  • $-- HOA

  • 0.05 acre lot

  • $413/sq.ft

Description

Welcome to 40 Humphreys Street, a rare Dorchester opportunity that combines size, updates, and exceptional versatility. This spacious 5-bedroom home features an open kitchen with an island and a dining area with high ceilings, showcasing period detail including original hardwood floors and crown moldings that preserve the charm of an older home while blending seamlessly with central air and thoughtful modern improvements. Large windows invite abundant natural sunlight throughout.With four levels of living — including a finished walk-out lower-level ideal for an ADU (subject to local authority approvals) — the property provides outstanding flexibility for expansion, workspace, or additional income. Situated on two parcels with a fenced-in yard, the home offers ample parking or the open slate to design a substantial private outdoor living or garden area. A newer metal roof with a transferable warranty and solar panels that convey with the property add long-term value, efficiency, and reduced operating costs. Located near South Bay, with quick access to downtown, Logan Airport, the Seaport District, UMASS Boston, major shopping, and multiple transit options — including the nearby commuter rail — this home delivers convenience and comfort in one of Boston’s most dynamic neighborhoods.

  • Houzeo last checked: 12 hours ago
  • Listing updated: October 16, 2026 at 7:05 am
  • Listing Provided by: Shawn Burgess (617) 590-8810 | Compass (617) 752-6845
  • Source: MLS Property Information Network-MA | MLS#: 73579099 MLS Property Information Network-MA

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Suffolk County

  • City

    Boston

  • Neighborhood

    Dorchester

  • Year Built

    1900

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    1,938 sqft

  • Lot Size

    0.05 acre lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    MLS Property Information Network

  • MLS Number

    73579099

  • MLS Status

    Active

  • Days on Market

    46

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 5

    Bathrooms: 2

Interior

  • Flooring

    Wood, Tile

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Heating

    Central, Forced Air

  • Exterior Features

    Porch

  • Appliances

    Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Microwave

  • Cooling

    Central Air

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1900

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Foundation Details

    Stone

  • Architectural Style

    Colonial

  • Roof

    Metal

  • Construction Materials

    Frame

Utilities & Energy

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Utilities

    For Gas Range

  • Basement

    Partial, Finished, Walk Out Access

  • Laundry Features

    In Basement

  • Parking Features

    Paved Drive, Off Street

  • Electric

    100 Amp Service, Net Meter

Other Features

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Porch

  • Disclosures

    Pictures Are From Earlier Period Some Rooms Are Virtually Staged Floor Plans Performed By 3rd Party Vendor And Buyer To Confirm Accuracy And Perform All Due Diligence. Sale Includes 2 Parcels. 2, 319 Sq.ft & 1, 143 Sq.ft. Parcel Id 070934600 & 0703945020

  • Community Features

    Public Transportation, Shopping

Price History

DateEventPrice

10/12/2026

Source: mls_logoMLS Property Information Network-MA #73579099

Price Decreased

$799,900 -1.84%

$413/sqft

09/17/2026

Source: mls_logoMLS Property Information Network-MA #73579099

Listed for Sale

$814,900 +16547.60%

$420/sqft

05/06/2024

Source: mls_logoMLS Property Information Network-MA #73210405

Sold

$4,895

$3/sqft

03/01/2024

Source: mls_logoMLS Property Information Network-MA #73186415

Listing Removed

$4,895

$3/sqft

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