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$589,351$187 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $350,000 on Oct 27, 2003

4 MERLIN ST

DORCHESTER CENTER, MA 02124
5
Beds
2
Baths
3,145 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.
0.11 ac
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.
12
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

$589K
$547K low$632K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$350,000 · Oct 27, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,256 (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.$453,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$181,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$272,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$759,905

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountySUFFOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

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
Oliver W. Holmes Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Sarah Greenwood K-8 SchoolF
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Up Academy DorchesterD-
High · Grades PK–12 · 0.4 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02124These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.73

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.50,753
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13,831 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,467
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,139
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

4 Merlin 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 69% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Dorchester
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Suffolk County

What homes are worth in Dorchester Center 02124

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

This home
$309K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Dorchester Center 02124.

How it measures up in Dorchester Center 02124

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dorchester Center 02124.

Estimated value$589,351
CheaperTypical $628,223Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$187
CheaperTypical $427Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area3,145 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,369 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 4,095 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1905
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 4 Merlin St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorchesterDorchester Center 02124Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$589,35145% of homes42% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$187almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than3,145 ft²68% of homes70% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac71% of homes62% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than190549% of homes43% of homes38% of homes

About 4 Merlin St

How much is 4 Merlin St, Dorchester Center, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4 Merlin St, Dorchester Center, MA is $589,351 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $547,151 to $631,550. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4 Merlin St, Dorchester Center, MA last sell?

4 Merlin St, Dorchester Center, MA last sold on Oct 27, 2003 for $350,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4 Merlin St, Dorchester Center, MA?

4 Merlin St, Dorchester Center, MA has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,145 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 4 Merlin St, Dorchester Center, MA built?

4 Merlin St, Dorchester Center, MA was built in 1905, making it 121 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 4 Merlin St, Dorchester Center, MA?

4 Merlin St, Dorchester Center, MA is assigned to Oliver W. Holmes Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Sarah Greenwood K-8 School (middle), rated F; Up Academy Dorchester (high), rated D-. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4 Merlin St, Dorchester Center, MA compare to other homes in Dorchester Center 02124?

Among the 8,902 homes in Dorchester Center 02124, it is worth more than 42% of them ($589,351 against a typical $628,223), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($187 against a typical $427), it is bigger than 70% of them (3,145 ft² against a typical 2,369 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 4,095 ft²) and it is newer than 43% of them (1905 against a typical 1910). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 31% 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 4 Merlin St, Dorchester Center, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4 Merlin St, Dorchester Center, MA was $5,256. The county assessed it at $453,900.

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