Fantastic opportunity to own a vacant 3-family in the heart of Chelsea! Perfect for investors or owner-occupants looking to offset their mortgage with rental income. This well-maintained property offers a spacious 3-bed/1-bath unit across the top two floors, a 1-bed/1-bath unit on the first floor, and a large 1-bed/1-bath ground-level unit with private entrance. Features include hardwood floors, updated kitchens, tile baths, generous bedrooms, and a fenced yard on a quiet street. Conveniently located near Logan Airport, Downtown Boston, and Encore Casino with easy access to highways, public transportation, and shopping. Chelsea residents also enjoy discounted bridge tolls and vibrant local amenities. With 2,394 sq ft of living space on a 3,000 sq ft lot, this multi-family combines charm with modern convenience. Don’t miss this turnkey investment or owner-occupant opportunity at 17 Suffolk St!
Multi-familyProperty Type
1890Year Built
3,000 sq ftLot Size
$386Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Cristofer Aguirre• EVO Real Estate Group, LLC
Bought with Mission Impossible Team• United Brokers
Outstanding multi-family with solid rental income, city & water views, and BONUS 3000 square foot lot in the hot Chelsea market!!! Great opportunity for owner-occupant or investor, this solid three-family has a roomy 3-bed/1-bath 'owner's unit' on the upper two floors remodeled in 2009. The first floor features a generously-sized 1-bedroom unit and there is a legal studio apartment in the basement with its own private rear entrance. The building has lots of period charm & character including hardwood floors and tile baths. There have been numerous system and other upgrades made throughout the building, including newer appliances. The fenced yard, quiet location and adjacent BONUS 3000 sf lot included in the sale make this a unique property with amazing potential for a lucky buyer. Chelsea Residents enjoy a discounted bridge toll and area amenities like Port Park. Don't miss this!!! Next viewing opportunity: OPEN HOUSE, SUNDAY 9/16 from 10:00 am to 12:00
MLS PIN #70831730
Dec 17, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Dec 17, 2008
Sold
$150,000
$63/sq ft
Oct 7, 2008
Listed
—
Great property plenty of income potential. In good shape needs hardly anything ready to go. To be sold as is. Seller requires purchase and sale to be returned with in 48hrs if an agreement is sent out.. THIS WILL GO FAST
MLS PIN #70017688
Jun 24, 2004
Sold
$399,900
$167/sq ft
Apr 17, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Apr 9, 2004
Listed
$399,900
$167/sq ft
Public Records
May 15, 1991
Sold
$96,000
$40/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,337 (−0.6%)
$161,700 + $511,700
$673,400
2022
$8,385 (+3.6%)
$154,000 + $478,800
$632,800
2021
$8,096 (+7.5%)
$146,600 + $447,800
$594,400
2020
$7,529 (+45.2%)
$139,700 + $422,600
$562,300
2019
$5,184 (+9.1%)
$139,700 + $224,100
$363,800
2018
$4,752 (+3.7%)
$139,700 + $197,300
$337,000
2017
$4,583 (+15.8%)
$139,700 + $179,900
$319,600
2016
$3,957 (+13.4%)
$139,700 + $138,000
$277,700
2015
$3,488 (+14.4%)
$121,400 + $120,800
$242,200
2014
$3,050 (+5.3%)
$105,600 + $99,400
$205,000
2013
$2,897 (+6.0%)
$105,600 + $99,400
$205,000
2012
$2,733 (+3.4%)
$108,000 + $89,900
$197,900
2011
$2,642 (+9.3%)
$112,500 + $92,000
$204,500
2010
$2,418 (−15.5%)
$112,500 + $87,500
$200,000
2009
$2,863
$140,500 + $124,600
$265,100
Tax history for 17 Suffolk St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,337 (−0.6%)
$161,700 + $511,700
$673,400
2022
$8,385 (+3.6%)
$154,000 + $478,800
$632,800
2021
$8,096 (+7.5%)
$146,600 + $447,800
$594,400
2020
$7,529 (+45.2%)
$139,700 + $422,600
$562,300
2019
$5,184 (+9.1%)
$139,700 + $224,100
$363,800
2018
$4,752 (+3.7%)
$139,700 + $197,300
$337,000
2017
$4,583 (+15.8%)
$139,700 + $179,900
$319,600
2016
$3,957 (+13.4%)
$139,700 + $138,000
$277,700
2015
$3,488 (+14.4%)
$121,400 + $120,800
$242,200
2014
$3,050 (+5.3%)
$105,600 + $99,400
$205,000
2013
$2,897 (+6.0%)
$105,600 + $99,400
$205,000
2012
$2,733 (+3.4%)
$108,000 + $89,900
$197,900
2011
$2,642 (+9.3%)
$112,500 + $92,000
$204,500
2010
$2,418 (−15.5%)
$112,500 + $87,500
$200,000
2009
$2,863
$140,500 + $124,600
$265,100
*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
Beds
5
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,000
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,394
Year built
1890
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Suffolk County
APN
1285430
Parking Spaces
0
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on Feb 12, 2026.
R2
WCFOD
Residential R-2 District
The purpose of the R2 district is to provide an area for multifamily dwellings and associated uses.