Boston metro, MA relocation guide
Moving to Chelsea, MA
$475,000Median listing price
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About Chelsea
Chelsea is a dense city directly across the Mystic River from Boston, with a growing waterfront and some of the metro's most affordable prices near downtown. Housing is mostly triple-deckers, garden apartments, and newer mid-rise developments along the waterfront.
Home prices in Chelsea
The median listing price in Chelsea is $475,000.
Top places in Chelsea
- Chelsea waterfront and Mary O'Malley Park — Mystic River views of the Boston skyline.
- Broadway commercial district — restaurants and shops.
- Historic Chelsea City Hall.
- Admiral's Hill — former naval hospital grounds with harbor views.
- The Mystic River Reservation paths.
Commuting from Chelsea
- MBTA Silver Line SL3 to South Station; Commuter Rail Newburyport/Rockport Line at Chelsea station to North Station.
- Typical trip to downtown Boston: approximately 15–25 minutes by transit (approximate).
- Approximate drive to downtown Boston: ~10–20 minutes via Route 1/Tobin Bridge (longer at rush hour).
Schools in Chelsea
Public schools: Chelsea Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Chelsea FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Chelsea, MA?
The median listing price in Chelsea is $475,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Chelsea, MA?
MBTA Silver Line SL3 to South Station; Commuter Rail Newburyport/Rockport Line at Chelsea station to North Station. - Which school district serves Chelsea, MA?
Chelsea is served by Chelsea Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.