A 16-unit condominium community in Dorchester, Boston.
Market figures reflect closed sales over the last 24 months. Data sourced from MLS PIN.
# The Mills Condominium
The Mills Condominium is a 16-unit brick building located in Dorchester's Ashmont/Lower Mills neighborhood, offering two-bedroom and one-bedroom floor plans. With a median sale price of $380,000 over the last 24 months and an average time-on-market of 35 days, this building appeals to first-time buyers, investors, and downsizers seeking affordable urban ownership in a transit-accessible location.
The Mills offers primarily two-bedroom, one-bath units at approximately 700 square feet, alongside a limited selection of one-bedroom options. Two-bedroom units feature open layouts with flexible living/dining configurations and eat-in kitchens. Corner units and upper-floor units are highlighted for maximized natural light exposure. Several units include in-unit washer/dryer availability or building laundry access. Ground-floor, second-floor, and third-floor options provide choice for mobility preferences.
Ashmont/Lower Mills ranks among Boston's most transit-accessible neighborhoods for the price point. Ashmont Station sits less than half a mile away—a 7-10 minute walk—connecting directly to the Red Line with approximately 17 minutes to South Station. Highway access to I-93 is 5-10 minutes, making this location practical for both MBTA commuters and drivers.
The neighborhood centers on Peabody Square, where residents find bakeries, antique galleries, restaurants, and local shops within walking distance. Carney Hospital, Adams Village retail, and the Neponset River Trail are nearby. The area attracts owners seeking urban convenience without premium pricing; HOA fees range from approximately $324 to $538 monthly, with many units including heat and hot water in that figure.
At $518 per square foot, The Mills represents genuine affordability for Boston condo ownership. Recent listing activity emphasizes that monthly ownership costs remain competitive with rental rates in the surrounding area, a meaningful consideration for first-time buyers evaluating the buy-versus-rent decision in the city's market.
Justin Rollo is a Massachusetts real estate expert with over a decade of experience and hundreds of South Shore transactions. He tracks every sale, pending, and price movement inside The Mills — so whether you're buying into the community or thinking about selling, you're working with someone who knows this specific association inside and out.
Ask Justin about The Mills →Over the last 24 months, units at The Mills Condominium sold at a median of $380,000, about $518 per square foot.
Monthly condo fees at The Mills Condominium currently range from roughly $324 to $538, depending on unit size and what the association's master policy covers.
The Mills Condominium is a 16-unit condominium association in Boston, MA.
Recent sales at The Mills Condominium averaged about 35 days on market, with 3 closings in the period.
