3 Balsam Dr, Chelmsford MA 01824

Chelmsford, MA 01824
$547,500
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,228
Sq Ft
$446
Price/Sq Ft
0.41
Acres
1959
Year Built
3
Garage Spaces
17
Days on Market
Sold 2023 Listed Mar 29, 2023 • MLS# 73092324 Copied! • Updated Apr 29, 2023

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $519,900
Final Sale Price: $547,500
Difference: +$27,600 (+5.3%)
Performance Metrics
105.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
17
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $423
Sale $/sq ft: $446
This property sold for $446 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 5.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 17 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 3 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$446/sq ft
Area Median
$464/sq ft
Difference
3.9%

This property sold near the area median for similar homes.

About this home

You’re going to love this expanded ranch with convenient single-floor living and incredible outdoor space! The main level has an ideal layout highlighted by a living room w/ brick fireplace, dining room, and kitchen w/ gas stove. A couple steps down from your kitchen is a separate living area with sliding glass doors leading out to a screened in porch; the perfect spot for morning coffee or eating dinner al fresco. The large fenced-in yard is ideal your dogs or entertaining guests this summer. Are you a car enthusiast or have a unique need for a workshop? This home has a heated three bay garage! Want more space? The basement has over 900 sqft of unfinished potential ready for you to bring your ideas to life. Game/media room, at-home gym, guest room, WFH office space; the possibilities are endless! Interior freshly painted. Ductless mini splits and water heater 2 years young. Convenient location with quick access to Rt 3 / 495. True forever home potential! Open houses Sat & Sun 11-1.

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

25.7%
Price Range
19
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73599405
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Nov 5, 2026
$699,900
MLS #73599405 - Active
✓
Sold
Apr 28, 2023
$547,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 19
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Listed for Sale
Mar 29, 2023
$519,900
Original listing
Agent: The Movement Group Office: Compass

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2023 $7,010 $487,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,010
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$487,800

Facts & Features

3 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1959
Living Area 1,228 sq ft
Lot Size 0.41 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Ductless
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Ranch
Roof None
Features Porch - Screened, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch Screened
Garage Spaces 3
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Heated Garage, Storage, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded, Paved
Total Spaces 7
Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $7,010
Assessed Value $487,800
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Some Photos Are Virtually Staged. Basement Room Is Unfinished And Has No Flooring. The Image Is To Show Its Potential.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Approx 900 sqft of unfinished space in basement.
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 19 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1959
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,228 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Floor Layout

Interior Features

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

Construction & Materials

Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1959
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Ductless
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Screened
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 7
Parking Features: Attached, Heated Garage, Storage, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
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
Lighthouse School
2.4 mi
Grades PK-12
Dr. Janice Adie Day School
2.7 mi
78 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-12
Community Education Center
0.9 mi
171 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
B+
Charles D Harrington School
1.2 mi | #323 of 825 | Score: 49.9
Improved 141 spots from last year
-8.3 below state avg
468 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-04
A-
Center Elementary School
1.4 mi | #230 of 825 | Score: 53.2
Dropped 92 spots from last year
-5 below state avg
484 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-04
A
South Row School
3.1 mi | #142 of 825 | Score: 57.3
Improved 181 spots from last year
-0.9 below state avg
438 students Diverse
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades K-04
A-
Byam School
3.5 mi | #206 of 825 | Score: 54.5
Dropped 2 spots from last year
-3.7 below state avg
507 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-04
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A-
Colonel Moses Parker School
1.4 mi | #227 of 825 | Score: 53.3
Dropped 83 spots from last year
-4.9 below state avg
817 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 05-06
A-
McCarthy Middle School
0.6 mi | #81 of 352 | Score: 51.7
Improved 23 spots from last year
-6.5 below state avg
801 students Diverse
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades 07-08
H

High Schools

1 school
A
Chelmsford High School
1.0 mi | #62 of 346 | Score: 65.7
Dropped 40 spots from last year
+7.5 above state avg
1,442 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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Neighborhood

3 Balsam Dr, Chelmsford MA 01824

Chelmsford, MA 01824

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Movement Group
Listing Office Compass
Office Phone 617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID TM331585
Office MLS ID AN2383
Listing Data Updated Apr 29, 2023 4:27 PM 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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