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Open House: Sun 11/1 11:00 AMPrice Reduced $50,057
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$1,248,943
Total Beds: 5 Total Baths: 5
Total Units: 2 SQFT: 3132
LOT size: 0.05 Acres
20 W Cottage St
Boston, MA 02125
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Property Description

Historic brownstone in Dorchester featuring 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths across three levels, PLUS a legal 1-bedroom, 1-bath garden-level apartment with a reliable long-term tenant paying $2,377/month (direct deposit). A tasteful blend of old-world charm and modern amenities, with all the comforts of a recently renovated home. Main unit: Beautifully refinished hardwood floors, marble tile, custom built-ins, five 18th-century marble fireplaces, and custom stained-glass transoms and high-end design add character throughout. The open-concept living, dining, and kitchen areas make entertaining a breeze. The chef's kitchen features stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, a gas range, wine fridge/bar, abundant storage, and an adjacent newly added first-floor half bath. The second floor offers two spacious bedrooms and a beautifully renovated bathroom with a tub and rain shower. The third-floor primary suite boasts three built-in dressers, two walk-in closets, and a luxurious private bath. The fourth bedroom includes a new washer and dryer and an updated full bath. Enjoy a huge, partially covered deck overlooking a private, low-maintenance turf yard with landscaping and a new wood privacy fence. Garden Unit: Fully updated one bed, one bath apartment with ductless AC and private front and back entrances. Both Units: Extensive renovations in 2025 included updated systems, central air, a new boiler, updated electrical, tankless hot water heaters, and more! Just four blocks from the Upham's Corner T station (10 minutes to South Station) + available parking. Nothing left to do but move in! Note: Maps and Street View haven’t caught up with the beautiful improvements to the block. Come see the transformation in and around 20 W Cottage for yourself!

Property Details

Building Information

  • Total Units: 2
  • Total Floors: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Full Baths: 4
  • Total Half Baths: 1
  • Total Fireplaces: 5
  • Amenities: Highway Access, House of Worship, Laundromat, Park, Private School, Public School, Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails
  • Basement Features: Finished, Full, Other (See Remarks), Walk Out

Financial

  • APOD Available: Yes
  • Expenses Source: Owner Provided
  • Gross Operating Income: 90924
  • Net Operating Income: 79820

Utilities

  • Electric Info: 200 Amps, Circuit Breakers, Underground
  • Energy Features: Insulated Doors, Insulated Windows
  • Water: City/Town Water, Private
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer, Private

Unit 1 Description

  • Under Lease: No
  • Floors: 1
  • Levels: 3

Unit 2 Description

  • Under Lease: Yes
  • Levels: 1

Construction

  • Year Built: 1900
  • Foundation Info: Slab
  • Lead Paint: Certified Treated
  • Warranty: No

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73596683
  • Last Updated: 10/30/26

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Seller's Representative: Darin Thompson, Stuart St James, Inc.
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: n/a
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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