23 Tonawanda Street

Taxes: $12,205 (2026)

About this home

A quintessential Philadelphia-style Victorian 2-Family located in Dorchester’s coveted Melville Park, exemplifying the neighborhood at its highest capacity. Opportunities of this scale and condition rarely enter the market. This dignified, one-of-a-kind residence offers over 4,000+ SF above grade with add'l 1,000+ SF in the walk-out lower level. Delivered fully vacant and meticulously maintained, the home features gleaming hardwoods, preserved crown molding, soaring ceilings, oversized rooms, double parlors, replacement windows, and extraordinary period detail throughout. Unit 1 spans two above grade levels with 4 bedrooms. Unit 2 offers 3 bedrooms, a gas fireplace, front balcony, and a 280 SF private deck, plus rooftop deck views over Melville Park. 4yr old roof, parking for 3, cobblestone driveway, wrought iron fencing, and a backyard glass house with potential to be converted into ADU. Minutes to Fields Corner T and Doherty Playground. Proforma rent ~$10,000 / month.

Property details

Road type

Public

Basement

Full, Walk Out

Electric

Circuit Breakers