$359,000

227 Railroad St Chelsea, MI 48118

$4,263
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,800 sqft
0.3 acres
$199 / sqft
House

Property details

About 227 Railroad St

Downtown Chelsea! This Italianate-style brick home in Chelsea, Michigan, offers a rare blend of history and modern convenience, featuring a striking rooftop cupola that provides breathtaking views of Chelsea's tree-lined streets and vibrant downtown. The inviting front porch faces the sidewalk leading into downtown, offering convenient access to shops, cafes, restaurants, groceries, the theatre, library, and the Clocktower Complex. Inside, three spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms provide comfortable living, while a warm and welcoming living room, dining room, and kitchen with a center island create a perfect balance of charm and functionality. This Chelsea treasure presents a unique opportunity to own an architectural standout - tour today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard, Radiant
StatusActive
CoolingWindow Unit(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
Size1,800 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.25 Acres
Year built1900
MLS #25012841

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Architectural Style: Historic
  • Heating: Baseboard, Radiant
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
  • List Price: $359,000
  • Price/SqFt: $199
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,382
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: GPS
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,800 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.25 Acres
  • MLS Number: 25012841
  • Office Name: The Charles Reinhart Company
  • Office Phone: (734) 769-3800
  • Listing Agent: Willem Van Reesema

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227 Railroad St, Chelsea, MI 48118 - italianate-style house with a porch, a front lawn, and brick siding

$359,000

227 Railroad St

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$107,200$3,382
2023$96,100$2,899
2022$91,000$2,899
2021$88,800$2,899
2020$84,900$2,937
2019$86,400$-
2018$76,400$-
2017$67,100$-

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

South Meadows Elementary School

Public District 3-5

0.7 mi

335 Pierce St

8

Creekside Intermediate School

Public District 5-6

6.6 mi

2615 Baker Rd

6

Wylie Elementary School

Public District 3-4

6.9 mi

3060 Kensington St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $85,185. Most Chelsea, MI residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Most families are married, with kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

9%
<35k
51%
35k-100k
31%
100k-200k
9%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

27%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
34%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

22%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BJs Wholesale ClubBJs Wholesale Club
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • KmartKmart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PaneraPanera
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • LexusLexus
  • LincolnLincoln

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • OldiesOldies
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 227 Railroad St

The listing price of 227 Railroad St property is $359,000.

The property 227 Railroad St is a house located in Chelsea, Michigan, 48118.

Active Listing: 227 Railroad St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 227 Railroad St are: South Meadows Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Creekside Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Wylie Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Beach Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Mill Creek Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Grass Lake Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Chelsea High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Dexter High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Dexter Alternative School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $3,382 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 227 Railroad St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 227 Railroad St is 1,800 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 227 Railroad St is 1900.

This home is located at 227 Railroad St in Chelsea, MI and zip code 48118. This 1,800 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.25 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $359,000.

Over 5 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Chelsea, MI. In the same period over 2 listings were sold below the listed price and 3 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Chelsea, MI increased by 19% between March and April 2025. In April 2025 median list price was $422,000 and the average listing age was 33 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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