Fantastic opportunity with exceptional potential! This charming antique property sits on 4.02 acres and offers a unique combination of residential character, established garden-center infrastructure, and versatile commercial/mixed-use space.Step inside to an expansive country kitchen featuring beautiful flooring and an open-concept layout, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The warm and inviting family room features a gas stove, creating a cozy gathering space. The home also offers updated windows, a boiler approximately five years old, and a hot water tank installed in 2025. A large attic provides excellent storage and offers additional potential for future use.The property includes retail/store space and three greenhouses, with the garden center benefiting from well water. The garden-center space has been rented for the past six years, providing an established income opportunity. Adding to the property's versatility are two separate mixed-use spaces, offering potential for a variety of business uses or an apartment, subject to applicable approvals. Whether you're looking for an owner-user property, an entrepreneurial opportunity, an investment, or a place to combine residential and commercial uses, this distinctive property offers numerous possibilities. With its antique charm, 4.02 acres, established garden-center infrastructure, and flexible mixed-use spaces, this property offers character, versatility, and room to bring your vision to life. Explore the possibilities!
For sale
$1,150,000
246 Acton Rd, Chelmsford, MA 01824
4beds
3,096sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1855
4.02 Acres Lot
$1,119,300 Zestimate®
$371/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Open-concept layoutThree greenhousesBeautiful flooringGas stoveUpdated windowsExpansive country kitchen
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Listed by:
The Espinola Group 508-982-6264,
Keller Williams Realty-Merrimack 978-692-3280,
Kelly Espinola 508-982-6264
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73582259
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 281.19
- Dimensions: 17.67 x 15.92
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 193.67
- Dimensions: 13.83 x 14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 93.1
- Dimensions: 10.25 x 9.08
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 195.99
- Dimensions: 14.08 x 13.92
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 61.3
- Dimensions: 8.08 x 7.58
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Wainscoting, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
- Area: 37.31
- Dimensions: 5.67 x 6.58
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Wainscoting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Pedestal Sink
- Level: Second
- Area: 62
- Dimensions: 8 x 7.75
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Laminate, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 183.38
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 13.58
Family room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 462.5
- Dimensions: 16.67 x 27.75
Kitchen
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Laminate, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 420
- Dimensions: 30 x 14
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 217.88
- Dimensions: 13.83 x 15.75
Office
- Features: Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 174.46
- Dimensions: 8.83 x 19.75
Heating
- Electric Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Flooring - Hardwood, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Lighting - Overhead, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Sitting Room, Home Office, Game Room, Bonus Room, Internet Available - Broadband
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Skylight, Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,096
- Total interior livable area: 3,096 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,096
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 20
- Parking features: Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 20
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Storage, Barn/Stable, Greenhouse, Garden
- Frontage length: 744.00
Lot
- Size: 4.02 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Easements, Farm
Details
- Additional structures: Barn/Stable, Greenhouse
- Parcel number: M:0109 B:0429 L:0009,3910724
- Zoning: RB
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1855
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Other (See Remarks)
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Private
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Chelmsford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $371/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $590,250
- Annual tax amount: $16,186
- Date on market: 9/25/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$1,119,300
$1.06M - $1.18M
$4,305/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000+259.4%$371/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73582259 Report a problem | ||
| 1/28/1988 | Sold | $320,000$103/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $908,700 -0.1% |
| 2024 | -- | $909,300 +13.5% |
| 2023 | -- | $800,900 +16.7% |
| 2022 | -- | $686,100 +0.7% |
| 2021 | -- | $681,600 +14.3% |
| 2020 | $9,558 | $596,100 +5% |
| 2019 | $9,558 | $567,800 +6.7% |
| 2018 | $9,558 +2.5% | $532,200 +2.3% |
| 2017 | $9,322 +1.6% | $520,200 +2.2% |
| 2016 | $9,179 +1.1% | $509,100 +4.9% |
| 2015 | $9,079 +9.7% | $485,500 +2.6% |
| 2012 | $8,273 +0.2% | $473,000 -4.3% |
| 2011 | $8,260 +4.4% | $494,000 -5.4% |
| 2010 | $7,910 +4.1% | $522,100 -3.4% |
| 2009 | $7,601 -1.1% | $540,200 -5.1% |
| 2008 | $7,686 +3.4% | $569,300 -4% |
| 2007 | $7,433 | $593,200 |
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Neighborhood: Park and Proctor
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Byam
- Middle: Parker
- High: Chs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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