Is Chelsea, MA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Chelsea is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since April 2023

Since last year, Chelsea has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Chelsea is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in Chelsea, MA

How much do homes in Chelsea, MA cost?

Median Sold Price

$555,000

$378/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since April 2023

+$53,250(+10.6%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Chelsea have sold for 10.6% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Chelsea was $555,000 in April 2024, up 10.6% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $378.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSApr 2023Apr 2024CHANGE
1 $357.5K$384.5K
+7.6%
2 $424K$471.5K
+11.2%
3 $540K$555K
+2.8%
4 $611.5K$668K
+9.2%
5+ $804K$880K
+9.5%

Summary: Chelsea housing prices by bedroom type for April 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 7.6%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 11.2%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 2.8%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 9.2%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 9.5%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Chelsea
+10.6%
Everett
+7.1%
Boston
+4.0%
Revere
-3.6%

Housing Supply in Chelsea, MA

How many homes are available in Chelsea, MA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Mar 2024Apr 2024CHANGE
5153+3.9%

Summary: The Chelsea real estate market had 53 homes for sale in April 2024, a 3.9% increase compared to March 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMar 2024Apr 2024CHANGE
1 76
-14.3%
2 2019
-5.0%
3 69
+50.0%
4 48
+100.0%
5+ 1411
-21.4%

Summary: The Chelsea housing inventory by bedroom type for April 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 14.3%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 5%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 50%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 100%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 21.4%.

Number of Homes Sold

Mar 2024Apr 2024CHANGE
1318+38.5%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

7 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

5 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

6 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Chelsea, you may be able to get a good deal. 38.9% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 18 homes were sold or pending in Chelsea in April 2024, up by 38.5% month-over-month. Of the 18 sold homes, 39% were sold under asking, 28% were sold at asking, and 33% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Chelsea, MA

How long does it take to sell a home in Chelsea, MA?

Average Sale Time

Apr 2023Apr 2024CHANGE
44 Days32 Days-26.8%

Summary: Homes in Chelsea had an average of 32 days on market in Apr 2024, down by 26.8% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

13 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

4 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

1 Home Was Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Chelsea are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During April 2024, 18 homes were sold in Chelsea; 72% of homes were sold within 30 days, 22% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 6% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

Report Updated 9 Days Ago

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