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Upham's Corner Retail Opportunity
For Sale
$550,000

8 Hancock St, Boston, MA 02122

2,100 SF retail space in Dorchester's vibrant Upham's Corner.

Property SizeContact for details
Days on Market481

Property Features for 8 Hancock St

General Information

Standard status Active

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $9,999

Building Details

Year Built 1900
Listing Agency: Thumbprint Realty, LLC
Listed By: Jeff Similien
Source: Corcoran
Added: May 7, 2025 Changed: Mar 16 Last Checked: Mar 16 at 9:09AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located in the heart of Upham's Corner, this 2,100 SF retail space presents a blank canvas for transformation. As a shell space without existing licenses, it is suited for a complete gut renovation to create a new retail concept. Positioned in one of Dorchester’s vibrant commercial districts, the location is ideal for various ventures, including a café, boutique, community space, or office. The property benefits from its prime location in Upham’s Corner, surrounded by shops, transit options, and local businesses, ensuring high visibility and foot traffic. This space offers the opportunity to become part of the growth in Dorchester.

Key Highlights

  • Prime location in the heart of Upham's Corner, a vibrant commercial district in Dorchester.
  • 2,100 SF of open retail space, offering a substantial footprint.**
  • High visibility and foot traffic, maximizing exposure for a new business.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Retail space

Suggested Use

Top Pick Spa & Massage Center Nail Salon Hair Salon Dental Office Kitchen & Bath Showroom Food Market

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,817
Businesses Nearby
101k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 35% Groceries 30% Dining 22% Home Improvements & Furnishings 8%
Whole Foods Market Groceries
30,332 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Shell Shops & Services
17,479 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Ninety Nine Restaurants Dining
12,771 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Dunkin' Donuts Dining
8,449 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Charlestown Ace Home Improvements & Furnishings
7,903 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Demographics for 02122, MA

24,385
Population
10,039
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
35
Median Age
38%
College-Educated
81%
High-School Grad
1.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
14,344
Density / Sq Mi
$82,945
Median Household Income
$53,897
Median Earnings
$2,052
Median Rent
$656,400
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Boston, MA

3.9% 2019
4.6% 2020
4.2% 2021
4% 2022
3.5% 2023
3.2% 2024
3.8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Retail space - 2,100 SF retail space in Dorchester's vibrant Upham's Corner.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 8 Hancock St Boston, MA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $550,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime location in the heart of Upham's Corner, a vibrant commercial district in Dorchester.; 2,100 SF of open retail space, offering a substantial footprint.**; High visibility and foot traffic, maximizing exposure for a new business.
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