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17 Buttonwood Boston — Photo 1 of 3

17 Buttonwood Boston — Photo 1 of 3

$1,225,000

17 Buttonwood, Boston, MA 02125

Boston, MA 02125

Beds

4

Baths

3.5

SqFt

3,054

Style

Single Family

Built

1910

Rare opportunity to acquire a substantially gutted single-family property in the highly desirable Polish Triangle neighborhood of Dorchester, being delivered with architectural plans and an approved building permit at closing for conversion and expansion into a three-unit residential building.The existing home is approximately 90% gutted, and approved plans for an addition and full conversion into three residential units, creating an attractive opportunity for either a condominium development and sellout or a long-term rental investment. Two plan configurations are available, providing options for either two or three underground parking spaces—an especially valuable amenity for new condominium or rental product in this part of Dorchester.Located just steps from JFK/UMass Station and the Red Line, 17 Buttonwood offers exceptional access to Downtown Boston, South Boston, UMass Boston, and Cambridge. The Polish Triangle's location between Dorchester and South Boston continues to make it an attractive area for both owner-occupants and renters seeking convenient transit access and proximity to the city.

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$401/sqft
Local Avg (Boston)$675/sqft
41% BelowMarket Average

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

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$1,225,000
Annual Taxes$11,700.64

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street2

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms10
FireplacesNone
Flooring--
BasementNone

Climate & Utilities

HeatingOther
CoolingOther
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

Construction--
Roof--
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
Zoning3F-D-2000

Property & Lot

Acres0.06
SqFt Lot2,784
Lot Features--

Geography

Population

33,662

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

Median Household Income

$83K

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

Renter-Occupied Homes

65.1%

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

New Construction Permits — Suffolk County

2,337 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+13% vs the prior 12 months) — 2,062 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '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 3,054 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 2,784 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: Ted Ahern

Listing Office: Olde Towne Real Estate Co.

MLS® Number: 73570642

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