97 Chester St, Unit 8

465 Sq. Ft.
$742 / Sq. Ft.
465
Sq. Ft.
$742
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Bright and efficient corner studio with newly refinished hardwood floors and two walk-in closets in a prime Allston location—ideal for students, city commuters, or investors seeking strong rental potential. This well-maintained unit offers excellent natural light, a functional layout, and laundry in the building for added convenience. Enjoy easy access to the Green Line T, Boston University, and the vibrant shops and restaurants of Allston Village. Quick connections to Storrow Drive and I-90 make...Bright and efficient corner studio with newly refinished hardwood floors and two walk-in closets in a prime Allston location—ideal for students, city commuters, or investors seeking strong rental potential. This well-maintained unit offers excellent natural light, a functional layout, and laundry in the building for added convenience. Enjoy easy access to the Green Line T, Boston University, and the vibrant shops and restaurants of Allston Village. Quick connections to Storrow Drive and I-90 make commuting simple. A fantastic opportunity to own in one of Boston’s most consistently in-demand rental markets.
  1. Listed by John Canning • Ebb Tide Realty

Property Details for 97 Chester Street, Unit 8

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Allston
Area
MA-Boston-Allston, MA-Boston
Style
Low-Rise
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
.00
Unit Placement
Corner
LISTING UPDATED: 01/08/2026 03:07 AM

Property Details for 97 Chester Street, Unit 8

StatusActive
MLS #73465104
Days on Market26
Taxes$3,055 / year
HOA Fees$364 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1930
CountySuffolk County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Ebb Tide Realty, John Canning
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Building Information for 97 Chester Street, Unit 8

Building/ComplexChester GardensFloor2Stories1Residences42Pet PolicyNot AllowedPet Policy DetailsPets Not AllowedYear Built1930

Payment Calculator

$2,300 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,681

Property Taxes

$255

HOA Dues

$364

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Property Information for 97 Chester Street, Unit 8

General Details
Property Details
  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 465.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 42
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Freezer
  • Basement Features: N
  • Common Walls: Corner
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband, Window AC
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, In Building
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping
  • Structure Type: Low-Rise
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Owner has never lived in the property.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: W:21 P:00543 S:070,1207536
  • Assessments: $263,800
  • Book: 52493
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: CD
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 0
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
  • Complex Name: Chester Gardens
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 8
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 2.0

Property History for 97 Chester Street, Unit 8

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 4, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73465104

$345,000—
Nov 15, 2025

Expired

MLS PIN #73394165

$349,000—
Jun 19, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73394165

$349,000—
Dec 19, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #392530494

$180,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/04/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73465104

$345,000
11/15/2025

Expired

MLS PIN #73394165

$349,000
06/19/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73394165

$349,000
12/19/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #392530494

$180,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 97 Chester Street, Unit 8

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$263,800Total-
Tax Record2025$3,055 ($255 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths1Total Finished SqFt465 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt465 SqFtStories1Lot Size465 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1930Year Renovated1985ZoningCDCountySUFFOLKAPNALLS W:21 P:00543 S:070

Schools near 97 Chester Street, Unit 8

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - PK to 12
Public - PK to 8
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Perry Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Horace Mann School For The Deaf
PublicPK to 12

Franklin D. Roosevelt K-8 School
PublicPK to 8

Channing Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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97 Chester Street, Unit 8 is a condo for sale in Boston, MA 02134. This property was listed for sale on January 4, 2026 by Ebb Tide Realty, it's currently listed at $345,000. It has been on the market for a total of 26 days and was last sold on December 19, 2013. This listing's school district is Boston Public Schools. Nearby schools include Perry Elementary School, Horace Mann School For The Deaf and Franklin D. Roosevelt K-8 School. 97 Chester Street, Unit 8 is a 0-bed, 1-bath, 465 sqft condo built in 1930.

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Listing Courtesy of Ebb Tide Realty, John Canning

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