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26 Potosi Street Boston — Photo 1 of 40

26 Potosi Street Boston — Photo 1 of 40

$1,195,000

26 Potosi Street, Boston, MA 02122

Boston, MA 02122 — Dorchester's Meeting House Hill

Beds

6

Baths

2.5

SqFt

3,008

Style

Single Family

Built

1905

Romantic, beautiful, and done. This designer-owned 1905 Gambrel Shingle-Style home on historic Meeting House Hill is a rare piece of Boston architectural history - meticulously restored by an award-winning design firm, with every detail already resolved, so you can simply move in and live. A picturesque wraparound porch with white columns and ceiling fans welcomes you home, setting the tone before you even reach the door. Inside, a grand foyer leads to formal living and dining rooms anchored by a wood-burning fireplace with original Chelsea tile - original character, fully brought back to life. Six bedrooms, two and a half baths and private parking are wrapped in finishes rarely found in a typical renovation, including a custom kitchen that earned Architectural Digest recognition: Thermador appliances, tiled walls, quartzite counters and a walk-in butler's pantry ready for effortless hosting from day one.The layout is finished top to bottom for how you actually live: four bedrooms and a spa-like bath on the second floor, and a third-floor retreat with peek-a-boo city views, two more bedrooms (one currently a studio), and a skylit bath. Central air conditioning and a tankless water heater keep the comfort as modern as the finishes throughout. Perched high on the hill, the home is fully set up to enjoy its elevation, with skyline views rarely found in a single-family Dorchester home. Outside, a manageable sunny backyard, garage-top patio and that wraparound porch are ready-made for slow mornings and al fresco dinners - no projects, no punch list just enjoy it.This is Dorchester living at its best - a tree-lined street once known as "Doctor's Row", moments from Ronan Park, neighborhood playgrounds, local shops and Comfort Kitchen, in one of Boston's most vibrant, fast-evolving communities. Two Red Line T stops keep you connected to everywhere else. A home this rare, this restored and this connected doesn't come along twice - schedule your private showing today.

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Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$397/sqft
Local Avg (Boston)$640/sqft
38% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Boston, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$1,195,000
Annual Taxes$3,815.38

Parking

Garage1
Off-Street2

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms9
Fireplaces1
FlooringTile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
BasementFull, Interior Entry

Climate & Utilities

HeatingHot Water, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Ductless
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle
FoundationStone
ZoningRES

Property & Lot

Acres0.09
SqFt Lot4,133
Lot Features--

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater • Tankless Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Disposal • Microwave • Refrigerator • Freezer • Washer • Dryer • Range Hood

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Highway Access

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Third
Bedroom 5Bathroom 3
Second
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bedroom 4Bathroom 2
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenBathroom 1
Living Room
Lvl First

14 x 15

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Decorative Molding, Pocket Door

Dining Room
Lvl First

16 x 15

Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Pendant, Decorative Molding, Pocket Door

Kitchen
Lvl First

14 x 14

Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Breezeway

Master Bedroom
Lvl Second

13 x 15

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Pendant

Bedroom 2
Lvl Second

16 x 14

Bedroom 3
Lvl Second

14 x 14

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window Seat

Bedroom 4
Lvl Second

16 x 13

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 5
Lvl Third

14 x 14

Closet, Flooring - Wood

Bathroom 1
Lvl First

4 x 6

Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Decorative Molding

Bathroom 2
Lvl Second

10 x 8

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Cabinets - Upgraded, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant

Bathroom 3
Lvl Third

4 x 9

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Skylight, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting

Property History

Listed
$1,195,000

Sep 9, 2026

MLS® 73573859

Terminated
$1,495,000

Jul 9, 2025

MLS® 73374251

Listed
$1,495,000

May 14, 2025

MLS® 73374251

Population

23,479

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$86K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

55.2%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Suffolk County

2,527 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+37% vs the prior 12 months) — 2,269 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 3,008 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 4,133 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Leslie Mackinnon

Listing Office: Compass

MLS® Number: 73573859

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