5 Main St, Acton MA 01720

Acton, MA 01720 • South Acton
$625,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,988
Sq Ft
$314
Price/Sq Ft
0.99
Acres
1957
Year Built
6
Parking
3
Days on Market
Sold Listed Mar 31, 2022 • MLS# 72960628 Copied! • Updated May 19, 2022

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $500,000
Final Sale Price: $625,000
Difference: +$125,000 (+25.0%)
Performance Metrics
125.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
3
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $252
Sale $/sq ft: $314
This property sold for $314 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 25.0% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 3 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 2 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$314/sq ft
Area Median
$449/sq ft
Difference
30.1%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

INCREDIBLE VALLUE! Delightful, SPACIOUS ranch-style home set well back on almost an acre of level land conveniently located to the bike path, South Acton TRAIN station, restaurants, shopping, and award-winning schools. The large eat-in kitchen is the heart of the home and features plenty of cabinets, GAS cooking and wonderful high ceilings as well as access to the deck and HUGE back yard. Relax in the cozy living room with wood burning fireplace and large picture window. DRY finished basement offers perfect home office/recreation area and plenty of light and storage. Other highlights include 2018 Heating System, updated bathrooms, shed and lovely hardwood floors. Move right into this fantastic home at an affordable price! Offers Due April 4 @4pm.

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Property History

Market Insights

23%
Price Range
4
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73553080
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jul 22, 2026
$649,000
MLS #73553080 - Active
Sold
May 19, 2022
$625,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 4
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Listed for Sale
Mar 31, 2022
$500,000
Original listing
Agent: Nicole Magun Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2022 $8,336 $428,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,336
Tax Year 2022
Assessed Value
$428,600

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1957
Living Area 1,988 sq ft
Lot Size 0.99 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas, Wood Stove
Cooling None
Flooring Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 2
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Ranch
Roof Shingle
Features Deck - Wood
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Wood
Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 6
Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Private Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $8,336
Assessed Value $428,600
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Exterior Of The Home Needs Painting. Fence May Not Be An Indication Of The Lot Line.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color Sage
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 4 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1957
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,988 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
Windows:
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1957
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas, Wood Stove
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Private Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Wood
Patio & Porch: Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School
School District
Acton-Boxborough Regional School District local
A+
School Safety 2024-25
0.3% Low
0.1% Suspensions 0.1% In-School 0.2% Emergency
5.2% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
The Imago School
1.4 mi
Grades K-08
C+
Green Meadow School
1.7 mi | #525 of 825 | Score: 44.1
Dropped 123 spots from last year
-14.1 below state avg
455 students Moderate
Grades PK-03
B
McCarthy-Towne School
2.1 mi | #389 of 825 | Score: 48.0
Dropped 128 spots from last year
-10.2 below state avg
420 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-06
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
B
Fowler School
1.8 mi | #148 of 352 | Score: 44.4
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
459 students Moderate
Grades 04-08
A+
Raymond J Grey Junior High School
2.1 mi | #17 of 352 | Score: 61.8
Improved 3 spots from last year
+3.6 above state avg
820 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 07-08
A-
Hale School
2.8 mi | #74 of 352 | Score: 52.6
Dropped 22 spots from last year
-5.6 below state avg
229 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
B
Maynard High School
1.8 mi | #156 of 346 | Score: 55.5
Dropped 128 spots from last year
-2.7 below state avg
303 students Moderate
15 sports • 604 athletes
Strong AP Program Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
JRI The Victor School
1.9 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Acton-Boxborough Regional High School
2.3 mi | #13 of 346 | Score: 74.9
Improved 1 spots from last year
+16.7 above state avg
1,611 students Diverse
20 sports • 2,224 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

South Acton

5 Main St, Acton MA 01720

Acton, MA 01720

Listing Information

Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
Office Phone 978-369-5775
Agent MLS ID CT000983
Office MLS ID BB3298
Listing Data Updated May 19, 2022 2:11 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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