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  • $709,500

    101 Main St, Acton, MA 01720

    3beds
    1,806sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1890
    0.46 Acres Lot
    $709,500 Zestimate®
    $393/sqft
    $3,649 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $709,500

    $674,000 - $752,000

    $3,649/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 & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Acton

    Other

    Other facts
    • Amenities: Public Transportation, House Of Worship, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path
    • Exterior: Clapboard, Wood
    • Flooring: Wood
    • Hot Water: Oil, Tankless
    • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles, Rubber
    • Utility Connections: For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
    • Year Round: Yes
    • Electric Feature: 100 Amps, Other (see Remarks)
    • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
    • Bed2 Level: Second Floor
    • Bed3 Level: Second Floor
    • Bth1 Level: First Floor
    • Cooling: Window Ac
    • Heating: Oil, Forced Air
    • Interior Features: Cable Available
    • Kit Level: First Floor
    • Mbr Level: Second Floor
    • Bed3 Dscrp: Flooring - Wood
    • Din Dscrp: Flooring - Wood, Fireplace, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
    • Din Level: First Floor
    • Bth2 Level: Second Floor
    • Style: Colonial, Antique
    • Bth2 Dscrp: Bathroom - Full
    • Fam Level: First Floor
    • Kit Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Fireplace
    • Fam Dscrp: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Wood
    • Insulation Feature: Partial
    • Bth1 Dscrp: Bathroom - Half
    • Bed2 Dscrp: Flooring - Wood
    • Mbr Dscrp: Flooring - Wood
    • Basement Feature: Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Partial, Sump Pump
    • Lead Paint: Unknown
    • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Porch - Enclosed, Gutters, Barn/Stable, Garden Area, Stone Wall
    • Foundation: Fieldstone
    • Laundry Dscrp: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Flooring - Hardwood
    • Laundry Level: First Floor
    • Road Type: Public
    • Liv Dscrp: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Flooring - Wood
    • Liv Level: First Floor
    • Lot Description: Paved Drive
    • Sf Type: Detached

    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

    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%

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 01720

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