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8 Perham Street, Chelmsford MA 01824

Chelmsford, MA 01824
$879,000
Est. $5,443/month
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,561
Sq Ft
$247
Price/Sq Ft
0.40
Acres
1880
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
5 hours 59 minutes
Time on Market
Active Listed Jan 15, 2026 • MLS# 73469075 Copied!

About this home

Classic old-world charm is beautifully paired with thoughtful modern updates in this expansive 5-bedroom, 4-bath home. The en-suite primary retreat features its own fireplace and soaking tub—perfect for unwinding at the end of the day. Timeless period details blend seamlessly with recent improvements, including a new roof (2025). Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the spacious living room offers a cozy gas fireplace and sliders that open to a composite deck and gorgeous stone patio. The main level also includes an eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, bright, heated sunroom, and a private home office with French doors. A bonus in-law suite with separate entrance adds exceptional flexibility for extended family, guests, or work-from-home needs. Ideally located close to shopping, dining, schools, and commuter routes. First showings at OH 11-2pm on Sunday 1/18/26. Offers due 1/21/26 by 3PM. Please allow 24 hours for review.

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
4
Living Area
3,561 sq ft
Total Rooms
9

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1880
Living Area 3,561 sq ft
Lot Size 0.40 acres
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 4
Total Rooms 9

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Flooring - Vinyl
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace Living Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplaces 2
Basement Partially Finished, Walk-out Access, Radon Remediation System
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Features Bathroom - Full, Closet, Wet Bar, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Ceiling Fan(s), Bonus Room, Bathroom, Sun Room, Home Office, Walk-up Attic

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle, Rubber
Features Porch, Deck, Patio, Storage, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck, Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 8

Utilities

Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $9,585
Assessed Value $689,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Vinyl
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Wet bar, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Ceiling Fan(s), Bonus Room, Bathroom, Sun Room, Home Office, Walk-up Attic
Windows: Window(s) - Picture
Basement: Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Radon Remediation System
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1880
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Patio, Storage, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck, Patio
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping, Level
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Living Room, Master Bedroom
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, Public School

Location

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Neighborhood

8 Perham Street, Chelmsford MA 01824

Chelmsford, MA 01824

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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
E

Elementary Schools

7 schools
Dr. Janice Adie Day School
2.2 mi
70 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-12
Lighthouse School
3.8 mi
Grades PK-12
A-
Center Elementary School
0.2 mi | #229 of 824 | Score: 53.5
Dropped 91 spots from last year
-4.7 below state avg
480 students Diverse
Grades K-04
Community Education Center
1.0 mi
158 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
A
South Row School
1.5 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
B+
Charles D Harrington School
2.4 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
A-
Byam School
2.6 mi | #211 of 824 | Score: 54.3
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
510 students Diverse
Grades K-04
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A-
Colonel Moses Parker School
2.4 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
1.8 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
H

High Schools

1 school
A
Chelmsford High School
2.2 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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Property History

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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Jan 15, 2026
$879,000
Original listing
Office: Keller Williams Realty-Merrimack
Previous Transaction - MLS #73130117
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Mar 5, 2024
$800,000
MLS #73130117
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Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jan 15, 2026 New Listing Added $879,000 —
Mar 5, 2024 Sold $800,000 —

Market Statistics

Time on Market
5 hours 59 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$247

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $9,585 $689,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,585
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$689,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Mary McCauley
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty-Merrimack
Agent MLS ID CN224630
Office MLS ID G95166
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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