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  • $702,700

    101 Main St, Acton, MA 01720

    3beds
    1,806sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1890
    0.46 Acres Lot
    $702,700 Zestimate®
    $389/sqft
    $4,048 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $702,700

    $668,000 - $738,000

    $4,048/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    Dont miss the opportunity to own a piece of Acton history! This beautiful property was the childhood home of Caroll Spinney, who played Big Bird & Oscar on Sesame Street. Built in 1890 & lovingly updated over the years, this Colonial-style home retains much of its original charm. Filled with light, gorgeous hardwood floors, & unique details like the antique fireplace in the kitchen, this home is one-of-a-kind. On the main level, youll find the living room, family room, kitchen, & fully enclosed porch with sliding glass doors to the backyard. The beautiful kitchen features handsome wood cabinetry, pantry, & a new dishwasher installed in 2021. All 3 bedrooms are upstairs, including the main suite. The separate barn/carriage house makes a great workshop or storage area. Situated on a generous half-acre lot, located within one of the best school systems in MA, & walking distance to South Acton commuter rail stop, come fall in love with this home!

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced air, Oil
    Features
    • Cable Available
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,806 sqft

    Property

    Features
    • Exterior features: Wood
    Lot
    • Size: 0.46 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: ACTOM00H2AB0076L0000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Materials
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1890

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Acton

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $389/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $543,200
    • Annual tax amount: $9,316

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/8/2022Sold$600,000+4.3%$332/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #72983598 Report a problem
    5/25/2022Pending sale$575,000$318/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX International #72983598 Report a problem
    5/25/2022Contingent$575,000$318/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #72983598 Report a problem
    5/18/2022Listed for sale$575,000+26.4%$318/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #72983598 Report a problem
    6/14/2018Sold$455,000$252/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/5/2018Pending sale$455,000$252/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Acton #72294441 Report a problem
    4/2/2018Listed for sale$455,000$252/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Acton #72294441 Report a problem
    3/19/2018Pending sale$455,000$252/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Acton #72294441 Report a problem
    3/16/2018Listed for sale$455,000$252/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Acton #72294441 Report a problem
    11/14/2017Listing removed$455,000$252/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Acton #72163247 Report a problem
    9/13/2017Pending sale$455,000$252/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Acton #72163247 Report a problem
    9/1/2017Price change$455,000-0.7%$252/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Acton #72163247 Report a problem
    7/16/2017Price change$458,000-0.4%$254/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Acton #72163247 Report a problem
    5/12/2017Listed for sale$460,000+35.3%$255/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Acton #72163247 Report a problem
    5/25/2007Sold$340,000$188/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$9,316 +2.9%$543,200
    2024$9,055 +1.4%$543,200 +6.8%
    2023$8,931 +3.8%$508,600 +15%
    2022$8,605 +3.5%$442,400 +7.7%
    2021$8,310 +4.1%$410,800 -1%
    2020$7,985 +8.9%$415,000 +9.6%
    2019$7,335 +7.4%$378,700 +7.5%
    2018$6,830 +1.7%$352,400
    2017$6,717 -0.9%$352,400
    2016$6,777 +3.6%$352,400 +2.7%
    2015$6,540 +2.1%$343,300 +4.2%
    2014$6,407 +2.7%$329,400 +0.9%
    2013$6,238 +2.5%$326,600 -0.4%
    2012$6,084 +5.5%$328,000 +2.9%
    2011$5,766 +3.1%$318,900 -2.4%
    2010$5,591 +1.7%$326,600 -1.8%
    2009$5,498 -0.8%$332,600 -7.6%
    2008$5,540 +4.1%$360,000 -1.1%
    2007$5,320 +8.4%$363,900 +8.1%
    2006$4,906 +14.6%$336,500 +8.5%
    2005$4,282 +7.8%$310,100 +9.5%
    2004$3,972 +11.4%$283,100 +7.6%
    2003$3,564 +1.9%$263,000 +13.6%
    2002$3,499 +7.7%$231,600 +30.5%
    1998$3,250 $177,500
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    Neighborhood: 01720

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