For Sale

20 W Cottage St, Boston, MA

Boston · MA 02125

$1,249,000
Price
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
3132
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1900
Lot size: 1,965 Sq.Ft Lot
Price per square foot: $399 / Sq.Ft
Parking: 2 Off Street Spaces
Heating & cooling: Heat, AC

About this home

Historic brownstone in Dorchester featuring 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths across three levels, PLUS a legal 1-bedroom, 1-bath garden-level apartment with a reliable long-term tenant paying $2,377/month (direct deposit). A tasteful blend of old-world charm and modern amenities, with all the comforts of a recently renovated home. Beautifully refinished hardwood floors, marble tile, custom built-ins, five 18th-century marble fireplaces, and custom stained-glass transoms and high-end design add character throughout. The open-concept living, dining, and kitchen areas make entertaining a breeze. The chef's kitchen features stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, a gas range, wine fridge/bar, abundant storage, and an adjacent newly added first-floor half bath. The second floor offers two spacious bedrooms and a beautifully renovated bathroom with a tub and rain shower. The third-floor primary suite boasts three built-in dressers, two walk-in closets, and a luxurious private bath. The fourth bedroom includes a new washer and dryer and an updated full bath. Enjoy a huge, partially covered deck overlooking a private, low-maintenance turf yard with landscaping and a new wood privacy fence. Extensive renovations in 2025 included updated systems, central air, a new boiler, updated electrical, tankless hot water heaters, and more! Just four blocks from the Upham's Corner T station (10 minutes to South Station) + parking available. Nothing left to do but move in! Note: Maps and Street View haven’t caught up with the beautiful improvements to the block. Come see the transformation in and around 20 W Cottage for yourself!

Neighborhood & Transit

20 W Cottage St, Boston · MA 02125

Nearby transit

Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.

  • Uphams Corner Commuter Rail 3 routes 0.27 mi
    • Fairmount Line
    • Franklin/Foxboro Line
    • Providence/Stoughton Line

Price Insight

Days on Market:
15 days
Listing Price:
$1,249,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$399
Tax Assessment:
$958,874 in 2025
Taxes:
$925 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
4
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,132 Sq.Ft
Kitchen
Dishwasher, Wine Chiller, Range, Vent Hood, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator - ENERGY STAR, Dryer - ENERGY STAR, Washer - ENERGY STAR
Primary Bedroom
En-suite bathroom
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
13
Above grade area
3132
Flooring
Unknown
Lead paint
None

Utilities

Heating Type
Forced Air
Heating Zone
Unknown
Cooling
Central Air
Cooling Zones
Unknown
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps

Exterior Features

Lot Size
1,965 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
City View(s), Fenced/Enclosed
Exterior Features
City View(s), Deck - Wood, Porch, Deck, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Fenced Yard

Parking

Garage Parking
0 Parking Spaces
Off Street Parking
2 Parking Spaces

Construction Details

Construction Type
Unknown
Siding
Unknown
Roof
Unknown

Green Features

Electric Vehicle Charger
Unknown
Solar Panels
Unknown
Green Certified
Unknown
Insulation Features
Unknown
Energy Features
Unknown

Listing information

Listing agent
Darin Thompson
Listing office
Stuart St James, Inc.
MLS PIN #
73592848
Disclosure
Major reno in 2025. New bathroom, HVAC, updated electrical. City permits were pulled and closed by contractor/sub-contractors.