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Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $920,000 on Nov 13, 2019

173 HOWARD AVE

BOSTON, MA 02125
12
Beds
3
Baths
3,981 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3,970 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1905
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
18
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$920,000 · Nov 13, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,262 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,231,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$305,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$926,300

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.48 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)
CountySUFFOLK
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2020
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(8)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Haynes Early Education Center
Elementary · Grades EE–1 · 0.2 mi
M
Martin Luther Jr. King K-8 SchoolF
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Boston Latin AcadenyB
High · Grades 7–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02125These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.128
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.80

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,548
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12,979 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,287
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,595
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

173 Howard Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Dorchester 02125

How it measures up in Dorchester 02125

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dorchester 02125.

Living area3,981 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,083 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size3,970 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,875 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1905
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 173 Howard Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorchester 02125Suffolk County
Living areabigger than3,981 ft²89% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,970 ft²72% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than190559% of homes38% of homes

About 173 Howard Ave

When did 173 Howard Ave, Boston, MA last sell?

173 Howard Ave, Boston, MA last sold on Nov 13, 2019 for $920,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 173 Howard Ave, Boston, MA?

173 Howard Ave, Boston, MA has 12 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,981 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 173 Howard Ave, Boston, MA built?

173 Howard Ave, Boston, MA was built in 1905, making it 121 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 173 Howard Ave, Boston, MA?

173 Howard Ave, Boston, MA is assigned to Haynes Early Education Center (elementary); Martin Luther Jr. King K-8 School (middle), rated F; Boston Latin Acadeny (high), rated B. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 173 Howard Ave, Boston, MA compare to other homes in Dorchester 02125?

Among the 5,736 homes in Dorchester 02125, it is bigger than 89% of them (3,981 ft² against a typical 2,083 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (3,970 ft² against a typical 2,875 ft²) and it is newer than 59% of them (1905 against a typical 1905). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 173 Howard Ave, Boston, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 173 Howard Ave, Boston, MA was $14,262. The county assessed it at $1,231,600.

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