$455,000
About this home
Welcome to 40 Chester Street, Unit 8! This sun-filled, beautifully refreshed 2-bedroom condo offers the perfect combination of classic charm, modern updates, and exceptional convenience in the heart of Allston. Situated on the second level of a charming brick building, this inviting home features hardwood floors, fresh paint throughout, and abundant natural light. The updated kitchen boasts new cabinetry, countertops, flooring, and sink, while numerous new overhead light fixtures throughout the home add a fresh, contemporary feel. A standout feature is the bright, versatile sunroom, where oversized windows fill the space with natural light, creating an ideal spot for a home office, reading nook, or cozy retreat. Additional conveniences include one off-street parking space, private basement storage, and common laundry facilities. The condo fee includes heat and hot water, adding to the property's appeal. Ideally located near Packard's Corner, Boston University, the MBTA Green Line, and an exciting variety of neighborhood restaurants, cafes, and shops. Whether you're looking for a place to call home or an investment opportunity, this move-in-ready condo offers comfort, character, and convenience in one fantastic location. Don't miss this opportunity! Some photos have been virtually staged. Unit is currently fully vacant.
Property details
- MLS
- MLS Property Information Network
- MLS #
- 73598043
- Property type
- Condominium
- Subdivision
- N/A
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 1
- On market date
- November 3, 2026
- Stories
- 1
- Total bathrooms
- 1
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Lot size
- N/A
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 352
- Student:teacher ratio
- 8.2:1
- District
- Boston
- Enrollment
- 262
- Student:teacher ratio
- 7.5:1
- District
- Cambridge
- Enrollment
- 486
- Student:teacher ratio
- 11.0:1
- District
- Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School (District)
Walkability
Blended score for Boston's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
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