AMAZING opportunity to own a beautiful and spacious COLONIAL in Acton at THIS price point! This home is conveniently located to the commuter rail into Boston, restaurants, shopping and award-winning schools. The large eat-in kitchen is the heart of the home and features ample cabinets, granite countertops, and is ideally situated off the entryway and the 2-car garage. HUGE front-to-back living area with cozy pellet stove for supplementary heating. The enviable dining room with charming beadboard is perfect for hosting large gatherings. Enjoy woodland views from the newly renovated sunroom with radiant heated floors access to the deck and a perfect fenced-in yard for the dog or playing. Walk-out basement offers possibilities for future expansion. Additional highlights include CENTRAL A/C, hardwood flooring, a first-floor laundry room, low-maintenance vinyl siding, and plenty of storage. All that’s left to do is MOVE in!
Sold for $989,000
$989,000
38 Central St, Acton, MA 01720
4beds
2,238sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1965
0.62 Acres Lot
$1,005,800 Zestimate®
$442/sqft
$4,525 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,005,800
$956,000 - $1.06M
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Radiant heated floorsCharming beadboardGranite countertopsHardwood flooringAccess to the deckNewly renovated sunroomFirst-floor laundry room
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Nicole Magun 978-621-6421,
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest 978-369-5775
Bought with:
Yebba Roy Realty Team
Coldwell Banker Realty - Westwood
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73347995
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
- Level: First
- Area: 40
- Dimensions: 8 x 5
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4
- Level: Second
- Area: 45
- Dimensions: 9 x 5
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 8 x 9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Beadboard
- Level: First
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island
- Level: First
- Area: 228
- Dimensions: 19 x 12
Living room
- Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 468
- Dimensions: 26 x 18
Heating
- Forced Air, Radiant, Oil, Pellet Stove
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Sun Room, Mud Room
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Sump Pump,Radon Remediation System,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Kitchen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,238
- Total interior livable area: 2,238 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,238
- Finished area below ground: 1,074
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck - Composite
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.62 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: M:00G2A B:0076 L:0000,311461
- Zoning: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Public School, Sidewalks
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Acton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $442/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $796,200
- Annual tax amount: $13,654
- Date on market: 1/21/2026
- Exclusions: Washer/Dryer Excluded - See List For More Information.
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/22/2025 | Sold | $989,000+16.4%$442/sqft |
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| 3/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $850,000+41.7%$380/sqft |
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| 2/25/2019 | Sold | $600,000+3.4%$268/sqft |
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| 1/15/2019 | Pending sale | $580,000$259/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest #72438205 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2019 | Listed for sale | $580,000+9.4%$259/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest #72438205 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2009 | Sold | $530,000+6%$237/sqft |
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| 3/6/2009 | Listed for sale | $500,000+88.7%$223/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #70882974 Report a problem | ||
| 3/4/2009 | Sold | $265,000+2.8%$118/sqft |
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| 1/27/2009 | Listed for sale | $257,900-38.6%$115/sqft |
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| 11/21/2008 | Sold | $420,000$188/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,655 +7.3% | $796,200 +4.3% |
| 2024 | $12,728 +2.3% | $763,500 +7.8% |
| 2023 | $12,436 +5.7% | $708,200 +17.1% |
| 2022 | $11,765 +2.5% | $604,900 +6.6% |
| 2021 | $11,481 +4.8% | $567,500 -0.3% |
| 2020 | $10,951 +3.7% | $569,200 +4.4% |
| 2019 | $10,561 +1.9% | $545,200 +2% |
| 2018 | $10,361 +2.7% | $534,600 +1% |
| 2017 | $10,087 +2.2% | $529,200 +3.1% |
| 2016 | $9,871 +2% | $513,300 +1% |
| 2015 | $9,677 +3.9% | $508,000 +6.1% |
| 2014 | $9,311 +0.2% | $478,700 -1.6% |
| 2013 | $9,296 +4.1% | $486,700 +1.1% |
| 2012 | $8,926 +2.6% | $481,200 |
| 2011 | $8,700 +2.7% | $481,200 -2.8% |
| 2010 | $8,473 +23.3% | $494,900 +19.1% |
| 2009 | $6,872 +0.3% | $415,700 -6.6% |
| 2008 | $6,849 +3.4% | $445,000 -1.8% |
| 2007 | $6,624 +4.3% | $453,100 +4.1% |
| 2006 | $6,348 +11.5% | $435,400 +5.6% |
| 2005 | $5,695 +2.9% | $412,400 +4.5% |
| 2004 | $5,535 +10.3% | $394,500 +6.5% |
| 2003 | $5,020 +5.7% | $370,500 +17.9% |
| 2002 | $4,748 +19.2% | $314,200 +44.5% |
| 1998 | $3,982 | $217,500 |
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Neighborhood: 01720
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Merriam SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10Raymond J Grey Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1 mi
- 9/10Acton-Boxborough Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Rj Grey
- High: Abrhs
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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- Middlesex County
- Acton
- 01720
- 38 Central St
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