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Listing broker remarks

If you’ve been looking for unmatched scale and solid historic character minutes from Downtown, 20 John Street delivers on every level. If you want tiny, cramped rooms, this isn't the house for you-every single space here is oversized. Finished attic with clean hardwood floors, spacious bedrooms, high ceilings, classic crown moldings, and plenty of natural light. the property features a foyer with vintage stained glass . Beyond the massive interior footprint, a deep paved driveway and a rare, 2-car garage solve all your families parking needs. This is an expansive lot with solid bones and unmatched space-to-value for the area.— Cameron Prestige, LLC

Key details

  • 4,797 sq ft
  • 6,376 lot sq ft
  • 5 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1915 built
  • $208 / sq ft
  • $7,716 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠4⁠7⁠8⁠6⁠1⁠
Last updated
Address
20 John St
Town
Chelsea, MA
ZIP
02150
Deed (Bk/Pg)
30208 / 224

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Pratt, O. - Hixon, J. L. House

What this means for buyers →

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Neighborhood: Chelsea

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.