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$620,701$609 / ft²
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Last sold for $435,000 on Jan 19, 2017

39 DOWNER AVE

DORCHESTER, MA 02125
Building report
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,020 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.
1,020 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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$621K
$602K low$639K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$435,000 · Jan 19, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,489 (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.$560,400 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$560,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$644,765

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.1986
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(13)

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

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 · 0.1 mi
M
Lilla G. Frederick Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Community Academy Of Science And HealthF
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

39 Downer 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Dorchester
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Dorchester
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Dorchester

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
$334K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 49% 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$620,701
CheaperTypical $623,542Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$609
CheaperTypical $521Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area1,020 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,086 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size1,020 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,919 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1905
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 39 Downer Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorchesterDorchester 02125Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$620,70150% of homes49% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$60990% of homes79% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,020 ft²13% of homes15% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,020 ft²10% of homes14% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than190549% of homes59% of homes37% of homes

About 39 Downer Ave

How much is 39 Downer Ave, Dorchester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 39 Downer Ave, Dorchester, MA is $620,701 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $602,280 to $639,122. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 39 Downer Ave, Dorchester, MA last sell?

39 Downer Ave, Dorchester, MA last sold on Jan 19, 2017 for $435,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 39 Downer Ave, Dorchester, MA?

39 Downer Ave, Dorchester, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,020 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 39 Downer Ave, Dorchester, MA built?

39 Downer Ave, Dorchester, MA was built in 1905, making it 121 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 39 Downer Ave, Dorchester, MA?

39 Downer Ave, Dorchester, MA is assigned to Edward Everett Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Lilla G. Frederick Middle School (middle), rated F; Community Academy Of Science And Health (high), rated F. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 39 Downer Ave, Dorchester, MA compare to other homes in Dorchester 02125?

Among the 5,736 homes in Dorchester 02125, it is worth more than 49% of them ($620,701 against a typical $623,542), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($609 against a typical $521), it is bigger than 15% of them (1,020 ft² against a typical 2,086 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (1,020 ft² against a typical 2,919 ft²) and it is newer than 59% of them (1905 against a typical 1905). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 37% 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 39 Downer Ave, Dorchester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 39 Downer Ave, Dorchester, MA was $6,489. The county assessed it at $560,400.

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