229 Chestnut St, Chelsea MA 02150

Chelsea, MA 02150
$1,100,000
Est. $6,244/month
Estimate assumptions

20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.

Includes the supplied property-tax and HOA inputs; missing inputs contribute $0. HOA fees with an unspecified frequency are treated as monthly. PMI and closing costs are excluded.

Adjust the payment calculator
0.04
Acres
1900
Year Built
12 hours 12 minutes
Time on Market
For Sale Listed Sep 21, 2026 • MLS# 73580304 Copied! • Updated Sep 21, 2026

Track this home for price, status, and open-house alerts.

About this home

Rare and exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully recognized, freestanding institutional building at 229 Chestnut Street, Chelsea, MA 02150. Historically operated as a vibrant local house of worship, this property offers a seamless, plug-and-play solution for expanding ministries, startup congregations, or community non-profit organizations seeking a dedicated home in a high-demand, densely populated urban community. Spanning approximately 1,252 square feet of structural space on a low-maintenance lot, the building layout features a welcoming main assembly/sanctuary area designed for maximum seating efficiency and immediate group gathering.Grandfathered Use Advantage: Skip the lengthy, expensive city zoning battles. This property carries an official Property Classification Code of 9602 (Church/Exempt Religious Property), ensuring your organization can establish operations immediately. Dover Amendment Protections: Benefit from robust Massachusetts state zoning protections tailored to religious use.Unbeatable Accessibility: Located in a highly accessible pocket of Chelsea, providing convenient transit options for congregation members traveling from East Boston, Revere, Everett, and the greater Boston metropolitan area.Turnkey Infrastructure: Built out specifically for congregation services, avoiding the hundreds of thousands of dollars typically required to convert standard commercial or residential layouts into an assembly space.Whether you are looking to plant a new congregation, relocate an existing ministry, or secure a permanent community asset, 229 Chestnut Street stands ready for its next chapter. Schedule your private commercial walkthrough today!

BMN Estimate

Get the number an algorithm can't give you

A free agent CMA factors in condition, upgrades, and the street — the things comps alone can't see.

Recently Sold Nearby

Property History

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Sep 21, 2026
$1,100,000
Original listing
Agent: Fequiere Lucien Office: Stateside Real Estate

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $5,777

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,777
Tax Year 2026

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Commercial Sale
Year Built 1900
Lot Size 0.04 acres
Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry None
Features None
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features None

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $5,777
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Documents None
County Suffolk

Property Overview

Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:
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
0.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Chelsea Virtual Learning Academy
0.8 mi
38 students Less Diverse
College Ready Curriculum
Grades K-12
Shurtleff Early Childhood School
0.2 mi
769 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-01
B+
William A Berkowitz Elementary School
1.0 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
1.0 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
1.0 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
1.0 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
0.1 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
0.1 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
0.3 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
0.7 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Chelsea Opportunity Academy
0.6 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
0.6 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
Learn about these ratings

Monthly Payment Calculator

Monthly Payment
$0
Principal, interest, taxes & insurance
Loan Amount
$0
After down payment
Total Interest
$0
Over life of loan
Total Cost
$0
Including down payment
%
Down: $0
%

Monthly Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $481
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI (if <20% down) $0

Loan Summary

Total of 360 payments $0
Total principal paid $0
Total interest paid $0

Rate Impact

-0.5% Rate
$0/mo
Save $0/mo
Current Rate
$0/mo
+0.5% Rate
$0/mo
Cost $0/mo

Payment Over Time

Interest
Principal
Year 1
95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
* Estimates only. Actual payments may vary. Consult with a lender for accurate figures.

Location

Loading map...

Neighborhood

229 Chestnut St, Chelsea MA 02150

Chelsea, MA 02150

Listing Information

Listing Agent Fequiere Lucien
Listing Office Stateside Real Estate
Office Phone 781-600-3444
Agent MLS ID BB910710
Office MLS ID AC1263
Listing Data Updated Sep 21, 2026 12:30 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

Contact Us

Steve Novak Real Estate
Steve Novak Real Estate
BMN Boston Powered by SERHANT
Ask about this property — free, no obligation.

Similar Homes for Sale

Comparable Properties

Customize Comparable Search

Finding comparable properties...

Market Analytics for Chelsea, MA

Real-time market trends and pricing data for this area

Loading market insights for Chelsea.