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$507,361$531 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $510,000 on Nov 9, 2023

38 PLEASANT ST

DORCHESTER, MA 02125
Building report
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
955 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.
955 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1860
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$507K
$487K low$528K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$510,000 · Nov 9, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,660 (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.$488,800 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$488,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$526,490

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
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.1999
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(16)

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(2)

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

E
Edward Everett Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
John W. Mccormack Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Boston Community Leadership AcademyF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 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

38 Pleasant St 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.

  • Worth less than 81% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Dorchester
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Dorchester
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Dorchester
  • Among the oldest homes in Dorchester 02125

What homes are worth in Dorchester 02125

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$338K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 22% 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.

Estimated value$507,361
CheaperTypical $623,168Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$531
CheaperTypical $521Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area955 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,066 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size955 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,959 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1860
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 38 Pleasant St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorchesterDorchester 02125Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$507,36127% of homes22% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$53171% of homes54% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than955 ft²10% of homes12% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than955 ft²7% of homes9% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than1860almost no homesalmost no homes2% of homes

About 38 Pleasant St

How much is 38 Pleasant St, Dorchester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 Pleasant St, Dorchester, MA is $507,361 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $486,673 to $528,049. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38 Pleasant St, Dorchester, MA last sell?

38 Pleasant St, Dorchester, MA last sold on Nov 9, 2023 for $510,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 8 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 38 Pleasant St, Dorchester, MA?

38 Pleasant St, Dorchester, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 955 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 38 Pleasant St, Dorchester, MA built?

38 Pleasant St, Dorchester, MA was built in 1860, making it 166 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 38 Pleasant St, Dorchester, MA?

38 Pleasant St, Dorchester, MA is assigned to Edward Everett Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; John W. Mccormack Middle School (middle); Boston Community Leadership Academy (high), rated F. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38 Pleasant St, Dorchester, MA compare to other homes in Dorchester 02125?

Among the 5,736 homes in Dorchester 02125, it is worth more than 22% of them ($507,361 against a typical $623,168), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($531 against a typical $521), it is bigger than 12% of them (955 ft² against a typical 2,066 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (955 ft² against a typical 2,959 ft²) and it is newer than almost none of them (1860 against a typical 1905). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 19% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 38 Pleasant St, Dorchester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 38 Pleasant St, Dorchester, MA was $5,660. The county assessed it at $488,800.

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