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Listing broker remarks

Classic Brick Colonial with Character, Space & Location! This impressive and distinctive 4-bedroom is a rare find bringing timeless city charm to the neighborhood with its handsome brick exterior, slate roof, original copper gutters, and steel beam construction plus period details, moldings, glass knobs, and hardwood floors throughout. On the first level, you’ll find a spacious eat-in kitchen with island, formal dining room with built-in china cabinetry, an inviting living room with a fireplace and a cozy family room providing access to the screen porch. Upstairs, four generously sized bedrooms offer plenty of room for family, guests and home office space. As a bonus, there’s a cedar closet and 2 unfinished rooms that easily convert to more living space on the 3rd floor. The unfinished lower level has heat and is currently used as a rec room. Outside, enjoy a level and fenced half-acre lot with pool, firepit and a charming screened porch overlooking the backyard. The oversized detached 2-car garage is a standout feature, offering plenty of room for vehicles, a workshop, hobbies and additional storage, with generous storage space above for all the extras. Updated kitchen, baths, HVAC, and electrical provide today's modern comforts, while preserving the home's classic character. Set on a quiet street and conveniently located just a short walk to Freeman Lake and adjacent park facilities, providing wonderful opportunities for swimming at a sandy beach, boating, recreation and enjoying the outdoors. Close proximity to Vinal Square and Route 3 for commuting. All this charm & character, they just don't build them like this anymore!— RE/MAX Innovative Properties

Key details

  • 2,560 sq ft
  • 22,651 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 1.5 baths
  • 1939 built
  • $322 / sq ft
  • $9,463 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠4⁠8⁠2⁠8⁠
Last updated
Address
5 Grant St
Town
Chelmsford, MA
ZIP
01863
Deed (Bk/Pg)
33204 / 89

Map

Neighborhood: Chelmsford

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.