Dimensions10 x 9
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
12 Abbott Lane, Chelmsford MA 01824
Chelmsford, MA 01824
$675,000
$650,000
Est. $4,164/month
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About this home
Welcome to the highly desirable Hitchinpost neighborhood in Chelmsford! This much-loved Ranch style home offers warmth, character, and endless potential for its next owners. Step inside to a welcoming living room with a cozy fireplace, flowing into the dining room and kitchen, with a hallway leading to the spacious back family room and screened-in porch the perfect spot to relax and enjoy peaceful backyard views. The main level features hardwood floors, three bedrooms, a full bath, and a convenient half bath in the primary bedroom. The lower level offers excellent potential for future finished living space. Prepare to be surprised by the expansive backyard offering plenty of room to garden, entertain, or simply enjoy nature. Plant lovers will adore the darling greenhouse, while the barn and shed provide fantastic storage, workshop, or hobby space. Ideally located near Chelmsford Center, Friendship Park, and the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail and highway access.
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Property History
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1
Price Changes
3.7%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
Jul 23, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Jul 22, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Price Reduced
Jun 12, 2026
$650,000
$25,000
(-3.7%)
From $675,000 to $650,000 (-3.7%)
Listed for Sale
May 28, 2026
$675,000
Original listing
Agent: Maureen Howe
Office: ERA Key Realty Services
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/23/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 07/22/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 06/12/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $650,000 | $25,000 | - | From $675,000 to $650,000 (-3.7%) |
| 05/28/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $675,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,127 | $649,900 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$8,127
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$649,900
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1960
Living Area
1,476 sq ft
Lot Size
0.72 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
7
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
None
Laundry
In Basement
Features
Sun Room
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Ranch
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch - Enclosed, Storage, Barn/stable, Greenhouse, Fruit Trees
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch - Enclosed
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces
5
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$8,127
Assessed Value
$649,900
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
measurements approximate
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
67 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
1960
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,476 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,476 sq ft above grade
Dimensions13 x 11
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions14 x 11
LevelFirst
Dimensions14 x 10
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions18 x 13
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions13 x 10
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions21 x 12
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch - Enclosed
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Tile, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Sun Room
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Basement
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Ranch
Year Built:
1960
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch - Enclosed, Storage, Barn/Stable, Greenhouse, Fruit Trees
Patio & Porch:
Porch - Enclosed
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Barn/Stable, Greenhouse
Lot Features:
Wooded
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
5
Parking Features:
Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
Nearby Schools
School District
Chelmsford School District local
A
School Safety
2024-25
0.7%
Low
0.6%
Suspensions
1.0%
In-School
0.1%
Emergency
4.8% below state avg
Elementary Schools
7 schools
Lighthouse School
3.2 mi
Grades PK-12
Dr. Janice Adie Day School
3.5 mi
70 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-12
A-
Center Elementary School
1.5 mi
|
#229 of 824
|
Score: 53.5
Dropped 91 spots from last year
-4.7 below state avg
480 students
Diverse
Grades K-04
B+
Charles D Harrington School
1.6 mi
|
#317 of 824
|
Score: 50.2
Improved 147 spots from last year
-8 below state avg
468 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-04
Community Education Center
1.8 mi
158 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
A-
Byam School
1.9 mi
|
#211 of 824
|
Score: 54.3
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
510 students
Diverse
Grades K-04
A
South Row School
2.5 mi
|
#139 of 824
|
Score: 57.4
Improved 184 spots from last year
-0.8 below state avg
464 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-04
Middle Schools
2 schools
A-
Colonel Moses Parker School
1.4 mi
|
#233 of 824
|
Score: 53.3
Dropped 89 spots from last year
-4.9 below state avg
778 students
Diverse
Grades 05-06
A-
McCarthy Middle School
1.3 mi
|
#81 of 352
|
Score: 51.9
Improved 23 spots from last year
-6.3 below state avg
808 students
Diverse
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades 07-08
High Schools
1 school
A
Chelmsford High School
1.5 mi
|
#63 of 346
|
Score: 65.1
Dropped 41 spots from last year
+6.9 above state avg
1,402 students
Diverse
20 sports
• 2,624 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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12 Abbott Lane, Chelmsford MA 01824
Chelmsford, MA 01824
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Maureen Howe
Listing Office
ERA Key Realty Services
Office Phone
978-256-6575
Agent MLS ID
G8000085
Office MLS ID
AC1815
Listing Data Updated
Aug 3, 2026 2:03 PM EDT
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