Updated 5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- New appliances
- Hardwood flooring
- Convenient location
- Beautiful bathroom
- New kitchen
- Three large bedrooms
Location
5 John St, Chelsea, MA 02150, USA|Soldiers Home
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Amenities for 5 John St, Soldiers Home
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Oven |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 1+ month |
|---|
About 5 John St
Remodeled Bright and Sunny Unit with convenient location for commuter to Boston with easy access to route 1, Boston and Logan Airport. Located within the Soldiers Home Neigborhood, this is ideal for proximity to schools, shopping and restaurants. Interior features three large bedrooms, beautiful bathroom, living room and new kitchen. Hardwood Flooring, New Windows, and New Appliances. Laundry located in building. Vacant and easy to show. Available for immediate occupancy.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 5 John St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 miles away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 0.7 miles away
- Priced higher than average
- 3-bedrooms are $100 more than the median rent in this area
Address details
| Neighborhood | Soldiers Home |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02150 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Soldiers Home
3-bedroom apartments at 5 John St cost about 16% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Chelsea.
Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Soldiers Home
Chelsea
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $3,491 |
| December 2024 | $3,412 |
| January 2025 | $3,350 |
| February 2025 | $3,328 |
| March 2025 | $3,219 |
| April 2025 | $3,178 |
| May 2025 | $3,219 |
| June 2025 | $3,150 |
| July 2025 | $3,147 |
| August 2025 | $3,200 |
| September 2025 | $3,110 |
| October 2025 | $3,100 |
| November 2025 | $3,080 |
| December 2025 | $2,900 |
| January 2026 | $3,035 |
| February 2026 | $3,057 |
| March 2026 | $3,112 |
| April 2026 | $3,172 |
| May 2026 | $3,135 |
| June 2026 | $3,046 |
| July 2026 | $2,997 |
| August 2026 | $3,000 |
| September 2026 | $3,000 |
| October 2026 | $2,960 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | $3,600 |
| June 2025 | $3,481 |
| July 2025 | $3,500 |
| August 2025 | $3,511 |
| April 2026 | $2,580 |
| May 2026 | $2,580 |
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Can I afford to live at 5 John St?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$120,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $120,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,000.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 2 years ago | $3,200 |
Schools near 5 John St
Capic Head Start
67 crescent ave
chelsea, MA, 2150
PKPublic
George F. Kelly Elementary School
300 crescent ave
chelsea, MA, 2150
1-6Public
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Frank M. Sokolowski Elementary School
300 crescent ave
chelsea, MA, 2150
1-4Public
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William A. Berkowitz Elementary School
300 crescent ave
chelsea, MA, 2150
1-4Public
C
Edgar A. Hooks Elementary School
300 crescent ave
chelsea, MA, 2150
1-4Public
C
Neighborhood
Soldiers Home | Chelsea, MA
Getting around Chelsea near 5 John St
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 5 John St, Chelsea
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
8/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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