Single Family · Fixer

75 Woodrow Avenue

Dorchester, MA 2124 · MLS 73571074

$649,000

3 bd · 1.1 ba · 2,042 sqft

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  • Beds3
  • Baths1.1
  • Sq Ft2,042
  • Year1925
  • StyleColonial
  • $ / Sq Ft$318
  • HOA—
  • Taxes$5,100
  • Parking—
  • Lot2581.0
  • MLS73571074
  • StatusActive

About this home

An opportunity to transform a substantial Colonial and create value in an established Dorchester location. Held by the same family for more than 50 years, the home has been lovingly maintained through the decades and is now ready for its next chapter. Offering more than 2,000 sq ft of living space, this property has the size and versatility to make a renovation worthwhile, whether the vision is an investment project or a home redesigned for today's living. The existing footprint includes generously sized rooms, a fireplace, an all-season family room and a walk-up attic, providing plenty to work with when planning improvements. Outside, a corner lot, paved off-street parking, porch and fenced yard add valuable features that can be incorporated into the property's transformation. The location adds another layer of appeal, with public transportation, T access, parks and highway connections nearby. The home needs work, but that's where the opportunity lies-bring fresh ideas, modernize the interior and capitalize on the space, location and potential already here. For investors, contractors or buyers who recognize the value of a property they can improve and reposition, this Dorchester Colonial offers an exciting canvas for its next chapter.

AI comment

The property appears best suited to buyers comfortable with a renovation rather than those seeking turnkey condition. Its larger footprint, walk-up attic, and existing features give it useful upside for redesign or repositioning. The long-term ownership and maintained history are positives, but the listing is explicit that the home needs work. Due diligence should focus on renovation scope, older-home systems, and clarifying listing-data inconsistencies before underwriting the project.

PROS
- More than 2,000

Features

  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Porch
  • Gutters
  • Fenced Yard

Location

DirectionsMore in Dorchester

More about Dorchester

Dorchester Profile Snapshot
Primary Vibe Large and diverse neighborhood with residential streets, parks, beaches, and Red Line access. Popular with buyers seeking relative value and transit convenience.
Housing Prices More approachable than many central areas. Prices vary significantly by section, condition, and proximity to transit. Multi-family homes offer rental potential.
Commute to Boston Multiple Red Line stations provide direct access. Bus routes serve many areas. Parking is generally more available than downtown.
Schools Served by Boston Public Schools. Confirm assignments with the district. Options vary by address.
Market Demand supported by size, transit, and relative pricing. Updated properties near stations attract interest.
Housing Styles Multi-family homes, triple-deckers, condominiums, and single-family houses. Condition and location drive value.

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