OFF MARKET

Off market mar 2016 for $642K

$1,227,333

•

2,216

sq ft

261 Chelsea, Boston, MA 02128

About this home

Rare opportunity to purchase a free standing VACANT Chelsea Street building. Turn-key 3 family ready for tenants or a condo conversion. This is the only vacant turn-key property on the market in East Boston. Gorgeous large stair case with double door foyer. Each unit features a two bedroom split, renovated bathrooms, hardwood floors, and in-unit laundry. Three newer gas fired boilers and gas water heaters. Four electric panels. High ceiling in basement provides for expansion possibilities. Nice rear decks which are partially enclosed add nice outdoor space for each unit. Roof access offering 360 degree views of Boston Skyline, Airport, Orient Heights, Eagle Hill, and more. Perfect for a roof deck! This building is one block to the Airport stop on the Blue Line and is perfect for an investor or owner occupant. VACANT VACANT VACANT.

Multi-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

2,000 sq ftLot Size

$554Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Julius Sokol • Lokos Realty & Management

Bought with Julius Sokol • Lokos Realty & Management

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•Source:MLS PIN #71954495

Redfin Estimate

$1,227,333

$585K since sold in March 2016$48K since October

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This home's estimate is 26% higher than the average sale price ($974K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD FEB 18, 2026
$1,300,000
A
6 beds3 baths2,333 sq ft
224 Chelsea St, East Boston, MA 02128
SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$860,000
B
6 beds3 baths2,343 sq ft
86 Grove St, Chelsea, MA 02150
SOLD DEC 9, 2025
$940,000
C
6 beds3 baths2,703 sq ft
160 Putnam St, East Boston, MA 02128
SOLD APR 15, 2026
$865,000
D
5 beds3 baths2,205 sq ft
289 Chelsea Steet, East Boston, MA 02128
SOLD AUG 24, 2026
$900,000
E
6 beds3 baths2,925 sq ft
855 Saratoga St, East Boston, MA 02128
SOLD FEB 3, 2026
$980,000
F
8 beds3 baths2,464 sq ft
280 Lexington, East Boston, MA 02128

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$770,506

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Market trends in Central Maverick Square-Paris Street, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

98.8%

0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$688K

$20K MoM

Avg. days on market

53d

0 days MoM

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2 MoM

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Sale history for 261 Chelsea

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2018

$105,600 + $409,900

$515,500

2017

$4,477 (+17.3%)

$157,600 + $265,200

$422,800

2016

$3,818 (+10.5%)

$157,600 + $189,500

$347,100

2015

$3,455 (+10.7%)

$115,600 + $169,700

$285,300

2014

$3,121 (+3.4%)

$115,600 + $132,500

$248,100

2013

$3,018 (−21.6%)

$115,600 + $114,100

$229,700

2012

$3,849 (+1.9%)

$103,000 + $192,200

$295,200

2009

$3,776 (+4.4%)

$103,000 + $192,200

$295,200

2006

$3,616

$123,300 + $216,900

$340,200

Tax history for 261 Chelsea

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2018

$105,600 + $409,900

$515,500

2017

$4,477 (+17.3%)

$157,600 + $265,200

$422,800

2016

$3,818 (+10.5%)

$157,600 + $189,500

$347,100

2015

$3,455 (+10.7%)

$115,600 + $169,700

$285,300

2014

$3,121 (+3.4%)

$115,600 + $132,500

$248,100

2013

$3,018 (−21.6%)

$115,600 + $114,100

$229,700

2012

$3,849 (+1.9%)

$103,000 + $192,200

$295,200

2009

$3,776 (+4.4%)

$103,000 + $192,200

$295,200

2006

$3,616

$123,300 + $216,900

$340,200

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2,000 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2016

Sq. Ft.

2,216

Year built

1900

Style

Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)

County

Suffolk County

APN

W01P06859S000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Apr 6, 2023.

EAST BOSTON NEIGHBORHOOD-EBR-3

RESTRICTED ROOF STRUCTURE DISTRICT

CFROD

GCOD

East Boston Neighborhood District-East Boston Residential-3

Residential Subdistricts are established to preserve existing residential areas, provide for new infill construction appropriate to the existing fabric, and to allow minor changes to residences to occur as of right. Additionally, Residential Subdistricts allow for limited commercial development on Corner Lots and certain mid-block lots.; EBR-2 Subdistricts allow a maximum of 3 Dwelling Units and a maximum Building Height of 3 stories.

Zone overlays

Restricted Roof Structure Overlay District In the East Boston Neighborhood District
Coastal Flood Resilience Overlay District
Groundwater Conservation Overlay District

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Retail-Grocery
Restaurant
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Mixed use
Office
Public service
Park & open space

Property details

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Basement Information
Basement: Full

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 12

Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N

Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 2
Lease: N

Unit #3 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 3

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,216
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 3
Year Built Source: Owner
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Light Blue

Exterior Features
Roof: Rubber

Property Information
PropertySubType: 3 Family - 3 Units Up/Down

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.05
ViewYN: Has View
View: City View(s)

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,818.10
Tax Year: 2016

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Location

Location Information
Directions: 1 Block from Airport Station on Blue Line
UnparsedAddress: 261 Chelsea, Boston MA 02128

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 6
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,216
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 2,000 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 2016
County: Suffolk County
APN: W01P06859S000

Home facts updated by county records on Apr 6, 2023

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Patrick J Kennedy Elementary School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.1mi

6/10

East Boston High School

Public 7-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi

2/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

9/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 95° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

67% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Boston, MA • 02128

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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4.4 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$1.17M – $1.41M

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Home values near 261 Chelsea

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
298 Chelsea Street, East Boston, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2226 Sq. Ft.	$1,168,145
292 Chelsea Street, East Boston, MA 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2231 Sq. Ft.	$926,874
249 Chelsea Street, East Boston, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2118 Sq. Ft.	$1,000,197
255 Chelsea Street, East Boston, MA 9 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2970 Sq. Ft.	$1,060,658
271 Chelsea Street, East Boston, MA 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2340 Sq. Ft.	$1,149,844
273 Chelsea Street, East Boston, MA 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2392 Sq. Ft.	$1,095,134
275 Chelsea Street #1, East Boston, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1246 Sq. Ft.	$584,422

Address	Redfin Estimate
296 Chelsea Street, East Boston, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2220 Sq. Ft.	$826,732
288 Chelsea Street, East Boston, MA 8 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2231 Sq. Ft.	$1,080,800
251 Chelsea Street, East Boston, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2118 Sq. Ft.	$881,365
259 Chelsea Street, East Boston, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2118 Sq. Ft.	—
277 Chelsea Street, East Boston, MA 7 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2382 Sq. Ft.	$1,088,492
275 Chelsea Street #2, East Boston, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 698 Sq. Ft.	$449,068
290 Chelsea Street, East Boston, MA 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$699,114

Address	Redfin Estimate
294 Chelsea Street, East Boston, MA 8 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2231 Sq. Ft.	$798,831
286 Chelsea Street, East Boston, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1770 Sq. Ft.	$1,008,908
253 Chelsea Street, East Boston, MA 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2933 Sq. Ft.	$1,278,251
263 Chelsea Street, East Boston, MA 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2600 Sq. Ft.	$1,061,235
279 Chelsea Street, East Boston, MA 9 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3562 Sq. Ft.	$1,271,516
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