131 Beacon St # 5, Chelsea MA 02150

Chelsea, MA 02150
$394,000
2
Beds
1
Baths
650
Sq Ft
$606
Price/Sq Ft
1900
Year Built
15
Days on Market
Sold Listed Jun 4, 2025 • MLS# 73385703 Copied! • Updated Aug 20, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $389,000
Final Sale Price: $394,000
Difference: +$5,000 (+1.3%)
Performance Metrics
101.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
15
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $598
Sale $/sq ft: $606
This property sold for $606 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 15 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

About this home

Updated two bedroom near Chelsea waterfront with in-unit laundry, air-conditioning, large kitchen, gas cooking, and low condo fee. Layout is a semi-private entrance on the first floor leading to an open-concept kitchen and living area, large main bedroom, and cozy second bedroom. Building is comprised of five units and a common yard with gardening shed. Located near Tobin bridge entrance, Market Basket shopping complex, and MBTA bus routes to downtown Boston. Condo fee includes water/sewer bills, master insurance, and snow removal. Parking is on-street with permit located directly outside the front door. Tax discount of 35% and Tobin Bridge toll discount may apply if owners occupy as their primary residence.

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Property History

Market Insights

60.7%
Price Range
17
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

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Sold
Jun 20, 2025
$394,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 17
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Listed for Sale
Jun 4, 2025
$389,000
Original listing
Agent: Steve Binder Office: Binder Residential
Previous Transaction - MLS #70097406
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Nov 29, 2004
$155,000
MLS #70097406

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $3,554 $308,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,554
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$235
Monthly
Assessed Value
$308,800

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 650 sq ft
Stories 1
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling Heat Pump
Flooring Wood, Tile
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features On Street
Electric 110 Volts
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $3,554
Assessed Value $308,800

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $235 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures Listing Broker Holds A Financial Interest In Property. Occupied Until 9/1, May Be Available Sooner.
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type ["Low-Rise"]
Unit/Building 5
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Living area includes extra laundry/storage room.
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 17 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
650 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Effective Year (Renovated): 1986
Structure Type: Low-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Heat Pump
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street
School District
Chelsea School District local
C-
⚠ School Safety 2024-25
5.2% Above Average
2.9% Suspensions 1.7% In-School 2.3% Emergency
↓ 0.3% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

7 schools
St. Rose Elementary School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
Chelsea Virtual Learning Academy
1.3 mi
38 students Less Diverse
College Ready Curriculum
Grades K-12
Shurtleff Early Childhood School
0.4 mi
769 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-01
B+
William A Berkowitz Elementary School
1.4 mi | #287 of 825 | Score: 51.1
Improved 1 spots from last year
-7.1 below state avg
428 students Less Diverse
Grades 01-04
B
Edgar A Hooks Elementary School
1.4 mi | #409 of 825 | Score: 47.5
Improved 97 spots from last year
-10.7 below state avg
406 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 01-04
C
Frank M Sokolowski Elementary School
1.4 mi | #631 of 825 | Score: 39.4
Improved 78 spots from last year
-18.8 below state avg
430 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 01-04
C
George F. Kelly Elementary School
1.4 mi | #648 of 825 | Score: 38.4
Improved 182 spots from last year
-19.8 below state avg
471 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 01-04
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
C-
Joseph A. Browne School
0.4 mi | #285 of 352 | Score: 33.1
Improved 61 spots from last year
-25.2 below state avg
501 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 05-08
B
Eugene Wright Science and Technology Academy
0.4 mi | #9 of 16 | Score: 30.0
Improved 348 spots from last year
-28.2 below state avg
418 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 05-08
D
Clark Avenue School
0.8 mi | #329 of 352 | Score: 28.2
Improved 32 spots from last year
-30 below state avg
641 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 05-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Seaport Academy School
0.3 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Chelsea Opportunity Academy
0.7 mi | #294 of 346 | Score: 59.3
Same rank as last year
115 students Less Diverse
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
C-
Chelsea High School
0.7 mi | #284 of 346 | Score: 43.0
Improved 24 spots from last year
-15.2 below state avg
1,532 students Less Diverse
12 sports • 796 athletes
Early College Program Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

131 Beacon St # 5, Chelsea MA 02150

Chelsea, MA 02150

Listing Information

Listing Agent Steve Binder
Listing Office Binder Residential
Office Phone 617-531-9079
Agent MLS ID CN239462
Office MLS ID AN8252
Listing Data Updated Aug 20, 2025 11:56 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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