42 Carlisle Rd, Acton MA 01720

Acton, MA 01720 • North Acton
$2,875,000
Est. $15,302/month
4
Beds
5
Baths
5,092
Sq Ft
$565
Price/Sq Ft
7.17
Acres
1743
Year Built
Farm
Type
19
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73347366

About this home

Tranquil country estate on 7.17 bucolic acres w/classic New England farmhouse, barn, gardens & fruit trees. Charming c.1743 Georgian saltbox built by Deacon John Heald, thoughtfully renovated and recently expanded by top local builder for modern living. Original dining room, parlor, kitchen fireplace with warming oven & front bedrooms with unique period details. Capturing the views of the rural landscape, the 1930's gambrel addition offers a great room, library nook, guest suite & office. Expansive 2005 addition of chef's kitchen open to 2-story breakfast area & sitting room w/ second stair access to large loft, updated primary suite & 2nd floor laundry. Restored barn includes open storage, 3+ stalls, and a radiant-heated stone silo for a private work retreat w/ sweeping views. A recreation haven w/ swimming pool, cabana, & private paddle tennis court. The 7.17 acres includes enough land for a buildable ANR lot & abuts conservation land w/ trail access. 1st showings 03-23-25.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $2,875,000
Final Sale Price: $2,875,000
Difference: +$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
19
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $565
Sale $/sq ft: $565
This property sold for $565 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold exactly at the asking price.

With only 19 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Farm
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1743
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
4
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
5,092 sq ft
Total Rooms
10

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood, Tile, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Heating
Forced Air, Oil
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
None
Has Cooling
No
Fireplace Features
Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
7
Appliances
Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Home Office, Mud Room, Loft, Library, Bathroom, High Speed Internet
Laundry Features
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Details
Interior Entry, Unfinished

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Antique, Farmhouse
Roof
Wood
Foundation
Stone
Exterior Features
Patio, Pool - Inground, Storage, Barn/Stable, Paddock, Fenced Yard, Garden, Horses Permitted, Stone Wall
Patio/Porch Features
Patio
Fencing
Fenced
Has Spa
No
Pool Features
In Ground
Private Pool
Yes
View
Scenic View(s)
Has View
Yes
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
7.17 acres
Lot Size
312,325 sq ft
Lot Size Area
7.1700
Lot Features
Wooded, Farm, Level
Horse Property
Yes
Horse Amenities
Paddocks
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
No
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
6
Parking Features
Barn, Paved Drive, Paved

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Water Source
Private
Sewer
Private Sewer
Electric
200+ Amp Service

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$23,713
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$1,422,500
Tax Lot
12
Tax Map Number
B6
Parcel Number
M:00B6 B:0012 L:0000,306219
Zoning
R

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Renovated Since
Disclosures
Court is a raised paddle tennis court. Roof is a new cedar shingled roof (2024). Some photos show the old roof. Buyer to complete due diligence for subdividing the land.
Listing Terms
Contract

Location

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Neighborhood

North Acton

42 Carlisle Rd, Acton MA 01720

Acton, MA 01720

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Choice Of 6
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Rj Grey
Rating information coming soon
High School
Abhs
Rating information coming soon

Monthly Payment Calculator

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $1,976
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

20
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Jun 11, 2025
$2,875,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 20
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Listed for Sale
Mar 19, 2025
$2,875,000
Original listing
Agent: Abby White Office: LandVest, Inc., Concord

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 19, 2025 New Listing Added $2,875,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
19 days
Price per Sq Ft
$565

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $23,713 $1,422,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$23,713
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,422,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent Abby White
Listing Office LandVest, Inc., Concord
Agent MLS ID CN204735
Office MLS ID AN4826

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