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101 Main St, Acton, MA 01720

  • $673,000

    Last sold 05/24/2022 for $600K

  • 3

    bed

  • 2

    bath

  • 1,806

    Sqft ($332/Sqft)

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About 101 Main St

Property type House
Year built 1890
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 0.46 Acre
Movoto estimate
Property description
Don’t 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, you’ll 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!
Listed by
Listing Agent - William Shao
Listing Office - RE/MAX Executive Realty
Source: MLS Property Information Network, Inc. mls logo
MLS#72983598 • last updated 4 years ago
Movoto checked MLS Property Information Network, Inc. for data 4 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC Window Unit(s)
Heating Forced Air, Oil
Levels/Style Cape, Antique
MLS # 72983598
Type Residential
Status Closed
SubType Single Family Residence
SqFt 1806
Lot Size (SqFt) 20168
Lot Size (Acres) 0.46
Annual Property Tax 8605
Year Built 1890
Interior
Bathroom 2 Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture
Total # of Bathrooms 2
Bathroom 1 Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture
# Full Baths 1
# Half Baths 1
Total # of Bedrooms 3
Bedroom 3 Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture
Bedroom 2 Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture
Basement Partial, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete
Family Room Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, 18
Living Room Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Total # of Rooms 8
Laundry Flooring - Wood, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Kitchen Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Flooring Wood, Flooring - Wood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Oil Water Heater, Utility Connections For Electric Range, Utility Connections For Electric Dryer
# Fireplaces 2
Interior Features Closet, Ceiling - Beamed, Slider, Center Hall, Sitting Room, Play Room, Sun Room, Foyer
Fireplace Family Room, Kitchen
Window Features Window(s) - Picture
Exterior
Foundation Stone, Granite
Roof Shingle, Rubber
Construction Frame
Parking Desc Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
# Parking Spaces 4
Exterior Features Stone Wall
Patio/ Porch Porch
Other Structures Barn/Stable
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer Public Sewer
Utilities For Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Electricity Circuit Breakers
Water Source Public
Location
County Middlesex
Community Features Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House Of Worship
Elementary School Choice
Middle School Rj Grey Jr High
High School Abrhs
Zoning R-2
APN M:00H2A B:0076 L:0000, 312442
Directions Main St Near High St
Lot/ Land Details
Road Frontage Public
Road Surface Paved
$673K
Range: $511K-$834K
Last 30 days 
  • Jul 2022
    mls logo MLS # 72983598
  • Jul 9, 2022 Sold
    $600,000 (+4.3%)
  • May 25, 2022 Active
  • May 18, 2022 Listed
    $575,000 (+26.4%)
  • Mar 2018
    mls logo MLS # 72294441
  • Mar 16, 2018 Listed
    $455,000
  • Sep 2017
    mls logo MLS # 72163247
  • Sep 1, 2017 Price Change
    $455,000 (-0.7%)
  • Jul 16, 2017 Price Change
    $458,000 (-0.4%)
  • May 11, 2017 Listed
    $460,000 (+35.3%)
  • May 2007
    Public Records
  • May 25, 2007 Sold
    $340,000
  • 101 Main St
    $600K
  • 01720
    $1.06M +19% y/y
  • Acton
    $1.01M +18% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
103 Main St, Acton, MA 01720 $854,000 4/3 2,633 0.02
100 Main St, Acton, MA 01720 $523,000 3/2 1,248 0.02
99 Main St, Acton, MA 01720 $831,000 3/3 2,434 0.02
104 Main St, Acton, MA 01720 $693,000 3/2 1,548 0.03
95 Main St, Acton, MA 01720 $768,000 3/2 2,006 0.04
96 Main St, Acton, MA 01720 $792,000 3/2 2,167 0.04
106 Main St, Acton, MA 01720 $715,000 2/2 1,680 0.04
94 Main St, Acton, MA 01720 3/2 1,975 0.06

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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