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  3. 259 Chelsea St, Boston, MA 02128
Active Under Contract
34 Days on market
259 Chelsea St Boston — Photo 1 of 35

259 Chelsea St Boston — Photo 1 of 35

$869,900

259 Chelsea St, Boston, MA 02128

Boston, MA 02128 — East Boston

Beds

3

Baths

3

SqFt

2,118

Style

3 Family - 3 Units Up/Down

Built

1900

Opportunity knocks in East Boston with this well-located three-family offering three one-bedroom units and strong income potential. Each unit features a functional layout, hardwood flooring in many areas, and separately metered utilities. The first-floor unit includes an updated kitchen with white cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances, while the additional units offer spacious rooms and flexible living areas. Outside, the property features rear decks and a fenced backyard, providing valuable outdoor space in the city. Major updates include a roof approximately four years old, replacement windows completed around ten years ago, and newer water heaters. Conveniently located near public transportation, shopping, parks, restaurants, schools, highway access, and the T. Some listing photos have been virtually edited to remove personal belongings and clutter.

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$411/sqft
Local Avg (Boston)$511/sqft
20% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Boston, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$869,900
Annual Taxes$9,089

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street0

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms11
FireplacesNone
FlooringVaries, Hardwood
BasementFull, Concrete, Unfinished

Climate & Utilities

Heating--
Cooling--
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofRubber
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
ZoningR3

Property & Lot

Acres0.05
SqFt Lot2,000
Lot FeaturesOther

Amenities & Appliances

Range • Microwave • Refrigerator

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Medical Facility • Laundromat • Highway Access

Geography

Population

43,345

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$90K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

71.0%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Suffolk County

2,527 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+37% vs the prior 12 months) — 2,269 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

Full Boston, MA market report ZIP 02128 market data
Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: The Trustpoint Group

Listing Office: eXp Realty

MLS® Number: 73553738

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