Single Family

26 Lawrence Ave

Dorchester, MA 2121 · MLS 73592381

$1,000,000

7 bd · 2.2 ba · 5,360 sqft

  • Beds7
  • Baths2.2
  • Sq Ft5,360
  • Year1920
  • StyleColonial
  • $ / Sq Ft$187
  • HOA—
  • Taxes$11,161
  • Parking—
  • Lot6344.0
  • MLS73592381
  • StatusActive

About this home

Opportunity knocks for the smart buyer. The Board of Appeal has approved an extension of the zoning relief for this property through December 13, 2027. For a savvy buyer, that means more time to plan, price and line up financing. A grand 1880 former rectory in the historic Lawrence Avenue district of Grove Hall, Boston, with a 1920 addition and off-street parking. The building is listed on the State and National Registers of Historic Places and has the kind of character that is hard to find in new construction. Picture a stately single-family home, or see the potential for so much more: multi-unit housing, shared or transitional housing, or another use for an investor, developer or organization looking to give a historic building a new purpose. The property is zoned for up to three families (3F-4000). Design review is reported complete, which gives a buyer a head start. The location is a plus. Franklin Park and the Franklin Park Zoo are nearby, along with many colleges and universities, including Roxbury Community College and Northeastern University, and the hospitals and schools of the Longwood Medical Area. Buyers with a business or other non-residential use in mind should confirm what is allowed with the City. Cash or hard-money buyers only; not FHA-eligible. Permit, environmental and approval documents are available to qualified buyers. Buyer to verify all zoning, permitted uses, approvals, transferability, lot size, square footage, distances and condition with the City and their own professionals. Appointment only, please do not visit the property without one.

AI comment

This is a specialized opportunity best suited to a buyer with development, adaptive reuse, or complex permitting experience. The extended zoning relief and completed design review may create a useful head start, but the listing still places significant verification responsibility on the buyer. Its historic character and scale are clear strengths, while financing limitations and regulatory uncertainty narrow the buyer pool. Overall, it appears more like a strategic project than a conventional move-in-ready home purchase.

PROS
- Board of Appeal zoning relief has been extended through December 13, 2027, providing additional planning time.
- Design review is reported complete, which may reduce early-stage process risk.
- Historic former rectory listed on the State and National Registers of Historic Places, offering distinctive character.
- Large building size and existing 3F-4000 zoning create potential for single-family, multi-unit, or institutional-style reuse, subject to approvals.
- Nearby Franklin Park, Franklin Park Zoo, colleges, universities, and Longwood

Features

  • 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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