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Sold for $750,000
  • $750,000

    196 Main St, Acton, MA 01720

    3beds
    1,956sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1846
    0.44 Acres Lot
    $883,100 Zestimate®
    $383/sqft
    $4,335 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $883,100

    $839,000 - $936,000

    $4,335/mo

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    What's special

    Huge fenced in yardCenter islandClose to everything-shopsGleaming hardwood floors throughoutNew systemsGorgeous kitchenGranite counters
    OFFER DEADLINE MON 5/22 5pm. Character meets Modern in this wonderful light filled 3-4 Bedroom home in desirable Acton! This beautiful antique home was thoroughly renovated approx.11 years ago including all new systems, roof, insulation, HVAC, electrical, plumbing! Open floor plan! Gleaming hardwood floors throughout both floors! Gorgeous Kitchen with granite counters, gas stove, white cabinetry, pantry, center island w/ seating, and SS appliances. Living Room with large picture window overlooking yard and beautiful built-ins in Family/Flex Room. A Spacious first floor Home Office or Sleeping Quarter! Primary Bedroom Suite w/ spa like tiled shower. Two more Bedrooms and Bath complete the second floor. Enjoy the outdoors w/ newer porch and patio, huge fenced in yard, & SI porch! You'll appreciate the large Mudroom/Laundry, 2 car Garage/storage & plenty of storage in Basement. Close to everything-shops, parks, Discovery Museum, Commuter Rail, highway, Rail Trail. Don't miss this gem!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Cindy R. Gordon 774-249-4824,

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Northborough 508-393-5500

    Bought with:

    Svetlana Sheinina

    eXp Realty

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73113080

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 169
    • Dimensions: 13 x 13
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 182
    • Dimensions: 14 x 13
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 168
    • Dimensions: 14 x 12
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: Yes
    Bathroom 1
    • Features: Bathroom - Half, Lighting - Sconce, Pedestal Sink
    • Level: First
    Bathroom 2
    • Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Sconce
    • Level: Second
    Bathroom 3
    • Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Sconce
    • Level: Second
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
    • Level: First
    • Area: 91
    • Dimensions: 13 x 7
    Family room
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
    • Level: Main,First
    • Area: 150
    • Dimensions: 15 x 10
    Kitchen
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
    • Level: First
    • Area: 195
    • Dimensions: 15 x 13
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting
    • Level: First
    • Area: 196
    • Dimensions: 14 x 14
    Office
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
    • Level: First
    • Area: 260
    • Dimensions: 20 x 13
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
    • Laundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup
    Features
    • Closet, Recessed Lighting, Home Office, Mud Room
    • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
    • Doors: Insulated Doors
    • Windows: Insulated Windows
    • Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Sump Pump,Unfinished
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,956
    • Total interior livable area: 1,956 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 10
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Uncovered spaces: 8
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Screened, Patio
    • Exterior features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Patio, Fenced Yard
    • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 0.44 Acres
    • Features: Cleared, Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: 311384
    • Zoning: R

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Antique,Greek Revival,Italianate
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Foundation: Stone
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1846

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
    Green energy
    • Energy efficient items: Thermostat

    Community & neighborhood

    Community
    • Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access
    Location
    • Region: Acton

    Other

    Other facts
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/24/2023Sold$750,000+7.3%$383/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73113080 Report a problem
    5/23/2023Contingent$699,000$357/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73113080 Report a problem
    5/17/2023Listed for sale$699,000+70.9%$357/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73113080 Report a problem
    9/28/2012Sold$409,000-2.6%$209/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
    8/2/2012Listed for sale$419,900$215/sqft
    Source: Acton Real Estate Co., LLC #71363823 Report a problem
    6/11/2012Listing removed$419,900$215/sqft
    Source: Acton Real Estate Co., LLC #71363823 Report a problem
    6/5/2012Price change$419,900-2.3%$215/sqft
    Source: Acton Real Estate Co., LLC #71363823 Report a problem
    4/10/2012Listed for sale$429,900+91.1%$220/sqft
    Source: Acton Real Estate Co., LLC #71363823 Report a problem
    3/31/2010Sold$225,000$115/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$12,303 +9.5%$717,400 +6.5%
    2024$11,231 -1.4%$673,700 +3.9%
    2023$11,391 -3.9%$648,700 +6.4%
    2022$11,857 +11.7%$609,600 +16.2%
    2021$10,615 +5.2%$524,700
    2020$10,095 +5.7%$524,700 +6.4%
    2019$9,551 +9.6%$493,100 +9.7%
    2018$8,713 +1.7%$449,600
    2017$8,569 -0.9%$449,600
    2016$8,646 +7.1%$449,600 +6.1%
    2015$8,073 +3.5%$423,800 +5.7%
    2014$7,799 +28.1%$401,000 +25.8%
    2013$6,087 -3.5%$318,700 -6.3%
    2012$6,309 +2.6%$340,100
    2011$6,149 +3.2%$340,100 -2.2%
    2010$5,956 -3.5%$347,900 -6.8%
    2009$6,171 -1.4%$373,300 -8.2%
    2008$6,261 +2.2%$406,800 -2.9%
    2007$6,126 +3.4%$419,000 +3.2%
    2006$5,922 +15.2%$406,200 +9.2%
    2005$5,139 +3.8%$372,100 +5.5%
    2004$4,950 +9.8%$352,800 +6.1%
    2003$4,507 +5.7%$332,600 +17.9%
    2002$4,264 +21.5%$282,200 +47.2%
    1998$3,510 $191,700

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 01720

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Middle: Rj Grey
    • High: Actonboxborough

    Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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