
246 Acton Road Chelmsford — Photo 1 of 42
$1,150,000
Investment Analysis — 246 Acton Road
Chelmsford, MA 01824 — South Chelmsford
Based on HUD Small Area Fair Market Rent for Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area, a 4-bedroom in 01824 carries an estimated $3,840/mo in gross rent — about a 1.64% cap rate and $18,835/yr in estimated NOI at the $1,150,000 list price. Adjust every assumption in the calculator below.
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
SqFt
3,096
Style
Single Family
Built
1855
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!
ADU Potential
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 3,096 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 175,111 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Estimates — not financial advice
These figures are illustrative estimates for informational purposes only — not an appraisal, valuation, or guarantee of rent, income, or returns, and not financial, tax, or investment advice. Rent is either the figure reported on the MLS listing — in-place rent that may differ from market and is not verified against the actual leases — or, where the listing reports none, an estimate from HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, a government benchmark that may differ from actual market rent. Each figure is labelled with its source. Cap rate, NOI, and returns depend on the assumptions shown, which you can change. MLS and other third-party data may be inaccurate or out of date. Verify all figures independently and consult your own financial, tax, and legal advisors before making any investment decision.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Electric Water Heater • Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Microwave • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer
Neighborhood
Shopping • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Golf • Medical Facility • Laundromat
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl First13.833333333 x 15.75
Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Dining Room
Lvl First13.5 x 13.583333333
Flooring - Laminate, Lighting - Overhead
Kitchen
Lvl First30 x 14
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
Office
Lvl First8.833333333 x 19.75
Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
Family Room
Lvl First16.666666666 x 27.75
Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
Primary Bedroom
Lvl Second17.666666666 x 15.916666666
Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 2
Lvl Second13.833333333 x 14
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second10.25 x 9.083333333
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom 4
Lvl Second14.083333333 x 13.916666666
Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom 1
Lvl First8.083333333 x 7.583333333
Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
Bathroom 2
Lvl Second5.666666666 x 6.583333333
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Wainscoting, Lighting - Sconce
Bathroom 3
Lvl Second8 x 7.75
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Wainscoting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Pedestal Sink
Listing Agent: The Espinola Group
Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty-Merrimack
MLS® Number: 73582259