Property Description

Welcome to 40 Humphreys Street, a rare Dorchester opportunity that combines size, updates, and exceptional versatility. This spacious 5-bedroom home features an open kitchen with an island and a dining area with high ceilings, showcasing period detail including original hardwood floors and crown moldings that preserve the charm of an older home while blending seamlessly with central air and thoughtful modern improvements. Large windows invite abundant natural sunlight throughout.With four levels of living — including a finished walk-out lower-level ideal for an ADU (subject to local authority approvals) — the property provides outstanding flexibility for expansion, workspace, or additional income. Situated on two parcels with a fenced-in yard, the home offers ample parking or the open slate to design a substantial private outdoor living or garden area. A newer metal roof with a transferable warranty and solar panels that convey with the property add long-term value, efficiency, and reduced operating costs. Located near South Bay, with quick access to downtown, Logan Airport, the Seaport District, UMASS Boston, major shopping, and multiple transit options — including the nearby commuter rail — this home delivers convenience and comfort in one of Boston’s most dynamic neighborhoods.

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Amenities

  • Public Transportation
  • Shopping

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Kitchen Level: First Floor
  • Dishwasher, Microwave
  • Dining Room Level: First Floor

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 2

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second Floor

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 9
  • Living Room Level: First Floor
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • Laundry Room Features: Finished, Partial, Walk Out

Utilities

  • Heating: Central Heat, Forced Air
  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Electric Info: 100 Amps, Net Meter
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer

Garage & Parking

  • Parking Features: Off-Street
  • Parking Spaces: 4

Interior Features

  • Square Feet: 1938
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Construction

  • Year Built: 1900
  • Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial
  • Construction Type: Frame
  • Foundation Info: Fieldstone
  • Roof Material: Metal
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Lot

  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Road Type: Public

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73579099
  • Last Updated: 09/17/26
  • HOA: No
  • Reqd Own Association: Unknown

Property History tap to expand

Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
09/17/2026New$814,900$420MLSPIN
01/13/2026Canceled$835,000$431MLSPIN
12/18/2025Under Agreement$835,000$431MLSPIN
12/04/2025Contingent$835,000$431MLSPIN
11/16/2025Active$835,000$431MLSPIN
11/12/2025Price Change$835,000$431MLSPIN
10/06/2025Active$850,000$439MLSPIN
10/01/2025New$850,000$439MLSPIN

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Seller's Representative: Shawn Burgess, Compass
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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