
246 Acton Road Chelmsford — Photo 1 of 42
$1,150,000
246 Acton Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Chelmsford, MA 01824 — South Chelmsford
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!
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Chelmsford, MA.
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
Population
26,650
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$140K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
17.7%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Middlesex County
2,698 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+3% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,713 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)
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.
Listing Agent: The Espinola Group
Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty-Merrimack
MLS® Number: 73582259
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