Single Family · MBTA

26 Potosi Street

Dorchester, MA 2122 · MLS 73573859

$1,195,000

6 bd · 2.1 ba · 3,008 sqft

  • Beds6
  • Baths2.1
  • Sq Ft3,008
  • Year1905
  • StyleOther
  • $ / Sq Ft$397
  • HOA—
  • Taxes$3,815
  • Parking—
  • Lot4133.0
  • MLS73573859
  • StatusActive

About this home

Romantic, beautiful, and done. This designer-owned 1905 Gambrel Shingle-Style home on historic Meeting House Hill is a rare piece of Boston architectural history - meticulously restored by an award-winning design firm, with every detail already resolved, so you can simply move in and live. A picturesque wraparound porch with white columns and ceiling fans welcomes you home, setting the tone before you even reach the door. Inside, a grand foyer leads to formal living and dining rooms anchored by a wood-burning fireplace with original Chelsea tile - original character, fully brought back to life. Six bedrooms, two and a half baths and private parking are wrapped in finishes rarely found in a typical renovation, including a custom kitchen that earned Architectural Digest recognition: Thermador appliances, tiled walls, quartzite counters and a walk-in butler's pantry ready for effortless hosting from day one.The layout is finished top to bottom for how you actually live: four bedrooms and a spa-like bath on the second floor, and a third-floor retreat with peek-a-boo city views, two more bedrooms (one currently a studio), and a skylit bath. Central air conditioning and a tankless water heater keep the comfort as modern as the finishes throughout. Perched high on the hill, the home is fully set up to enjoy its elevation, with skyline views rarely found in a single-family Dorchester home. Outside, a manageable sunny backyard, garage-top patio and that wraparound porch are ready-made for slow mornings and al fresco dinners - no projects, no punch list just enjoy it.This is Dorchester living at its best - a tree-lined street once known as "Doctor's Row", moments from Ronan Park, neighborhood playgrounds, local shops and Comfort Kitchen, in one of Boston's most vibrant, fast-evolving communities. Two Red Line T stops keep you connected to everywhere else. A home this rare, this restored and this connected doesn't come along twice - schedule your private showing today.

AI comment

This appears to be a highly finished historic single-family home with a strong emphasis on restored architectural character and upgraded interiors. The combination of formal rooms, multiple bedrooms, modern systems, and outdoor living areas makes it well suited for buyers wanting space and design detail. Its Dorchester location near Ronan Park, local shops, Comfort Kitchen, and two Red Line stops adds practical neighborhood appeal. Buyers should still verify key listing details and renovation scope, especially given the home’s 1905 construction.

PROS
- Restored 1905 Gambrel Shingle-Style home with original character, including a wood-burning fireplace with original Chelsea tile.
- Custom kitchen with Thermador appliances, quartzite counters, tiled walls, and a walk-in butler’s pantry.
- Flexible upper-level layout, including a third-floor retreat with two bedrooms, skylit bath, and peek-a-boo city views.
- Multiple outdoor spaces: wraparound porch, sunny backyard, and garage-top patio.
- Modern comfort features listed, including central air conditioning and a tankless water heater.

CONS
- Older 1905 construction warrants careful inspection of structure, systems, roof, insulation, and long-term maintenance needs.
- Only one garage space is listed, and the parking field is otherwise blank, so total parking capacity should be confirmed.
- Lot size data appears inconsistent: the field says 4,133 acres while the separate lot size value reads 4,133.0, likely requiring verification.
- “Style” is listed as “Other” despite the description calling it a Gambrel Shingle-Style home; buyers should confirm architectural and permit details.
- The description uses strong renovation language, but buyers should verify the extent, dates, permits, and warranties for completed work.

Features

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Vent Hood
  • Porch
  • Fruit Trees

Location

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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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