Development Plans Filed to Replace Former American Legion Post on Gallivan Blvd. with Condos + Retail
A familiar but long-vacant corner in Dorchester could be getting developed. According to Universal Hub, a South Boston developer has filed plans to redevelop the former Old Dorchester American Legion Post at the intersection of Gallivan Boulevard and Adams Street.
The proposal calls for a five-story building with 24 condo units, ground-floor commercial space, and a 10-space garage. Developer Douglas Keach and his partners purchased the property for $1.8 million back in 2024. Early plans reportedly considered senior housing, but the latest filing shifts the project to for-sale condos.
The development would include four affordable units designated for buyers earning between 80% and 100% of the Boston area median income. As for the street-level space, the filing suggests it would be geared toward neighborhood-friendly businesses like small shops, cafés, or professional offices—something that could add a little extra energy to this busy Dorchester intersection if the project moves forward.
Get more details about the filing about 500 Gallivan Blvd. here!
Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.
How about a park instead?
Can’t wait for this abutters meeting
Yea look how those “abutter” meetings fared in southie the last 20 years. Greed and money trump neighbors complaints …unfortunately
10 parking spots for 24 condo’s , . . Let’s be serious