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Sold on 02/03/2026

79 Charter Rd, Acton, MA 01720

$1,205,000

Last sold 02/03/2026 after 6 Days

  • 4

    bed

  • 3

    bath

  • 3,402

    Sqft ($354/Sqft)

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About 79 Charter Rd

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1950
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 0.75 Acre
Movoto estimate
Parking 2 garage spaces
Property description
Location, location, location! Renovated single-family steps from top-rated Acton-Boxborough High, RJ Grey Jr High, two primary schools, KinderCare daycare, and Stop & Shop—all along the same road. Easy access to Route 2. Set on a scenic lot framed by stone walls and nature, this home blends classic charm with modern updates. New appliances (2025) include refrigerator, dishwasher, and induction range. Interior renovations (2023) include modern kitchen and restroom w/ new vanities, chimney, recessed lighting, sleek countertops, filtered instant hot water, new sink, fresh paint. New basement (2025) offers home theater/playroom with interior stairs and bulkhead walkout. Radiant heat in family room and mudroom (2017). Stunning great room with beamed cathedral ceilings and French doors to deck & bluestone patio. Fireplaced living, formal dining, casual dining w/ bay window, private office. Updated baths + spacious primary suite, 2018 AC and UV Air Purifier, 2017 boiler, 2 fireplaces & more!
Listed by
Listing Agent - Guoqing Fu
Listing Office - East Coast Realty, Inc.
Source: MLS Property Information Network, Inc. mls logo
MLS#73472266 • last updated 6 months ago
Movoto checked MLS Property Information Network, Inc. for data 5 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC Central Air
Heating Baseboard, Radiant, Oil
Levels/Style Colonial
MLS # 73472266
Type Residential
Status Closed
SubType Single Family Residence
SqFt 3402
Lot Size (SqFt) 32847
Lot Size (Acres) 0.75
Annual Property Tax 16056
Year Built 1950
Property Condition Updated/Remodeled, Remodeled
Interior
Bathroom 2 Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Double Vanity, Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
Bathroom 3 Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Double Vanity, Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
Primary Bathroom Yes
Total # of Bathrooms 3
Bathroom 1 Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Cabinets - Upgraded, Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
# Full Baths 2
# Half Baths 1
Total # of Bedrooms 4
Bedroom 3 Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
Bedroom 4 Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
Bedroom 2 Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Radon Remediation System
Office Flooring - Hardwood, Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
Family Room Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC, Recessed Lighting, Decorative Molding, 21.333333
Living Room Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
Dining Room Main, First, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, Exterior Access, Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC, Remodeled, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
Total # of Rooms 10
Laundry Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Second Floor, Washer Hookup
Kitchen Flooring - Laminate, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Pot Filler Faucet, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
Flooring Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood
Appliances Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment, Range Hood, Instant Hot Water, Plumbed For Ice Maker
# Fireplaces 2
Interior Features Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Window Seat, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Overhead, Lighting - Pendant, Storage, Living/Dining Rm Combo, Home Office, Mud Room, Sun Room, Play Room, Central Vacuum, Wired For Sound
Fireplace Family Room, Living Room
Window Features Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Insulated Windows
Exterior
Foundation Block
Roof Shingle
Construction Frame
# Covered Spaces 2
Parking Desc Detached, Storage, Off Street, Driveway
# Parking Spaces 10
# Garage Spaces 2
Exterior Features Porch - Screened, Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio, Rain Gutters, Decorative Lighting, Garden, Invisible Fence, Lighting, Stone Wall
Patio/ Porch Deck - Exterior, Screened, Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio
Fencing Invisible
Lot Desc Level
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer Private Sewer
Green Features: Indoor Air Quality Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC
Green Features: Energy Efficiency Thermostat
Utilities For Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Electricity Circuit Breakers
Water Source Public
Location
County Middlesex
Community Features Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School
Elementary School Choice Of 6
Middle School Rj Grey
High School Acton-Boxborough
Zoning R-2
APN 308304
Directions Between Arlington And Hayward
Lot/ Land Details
Road Frontage Public
$1.18M
Range: $1.08M-$1.27M
Last 30 days 
  • Apr 2026
    mls logo MLS # 73472266
  • Apr 3, 2026 Sold
    $1,205,000 (+9.5%)
  • Feb 4, 2026 Active
    —
  • Jan 28, 2026 Listed
    $1,100,000 (-6.4%)
  • Jun 2025
    mls logo MLS # 73380735
  • Jun 5, 2025 Price Change
    $1,175,000 (-2.1%)
  • May 28, 2025 Listed
    $1,200,000 (+14.3%)
  • Aug 2023
    mls logo MLS # 73112762
  • Aug 16, 2023 Sold
    $1,050,000 (+17.3%)
  • May 17, 2023 Listed
    $895,000 (+155.8%)
  • Nov 1996
    mls logo MLS # 50355999
  • Nov 21, 1996 Listed
    $349,900
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2025
    $16,056 +7.3%
    $936,200 +4.3%
  • 2024
    $14,963 +2.4%
    $897,600 +7.83%
  • 2023
    $14,617 +5.8%
    $832,400 +17.14%
  • 2022
    $13,821 +1.5%
    $710,600 +5.57%
  • 2021
    $13,617 +6.1%
    $673,100 +0.9%
  • 2020
    $12,835 +5.1%
    $667,100 +5.79%
  • 2019
    $12,215 +1.9%
    $630,600 +1.97%
  • 2018
    $11,985 +2.7%
    $618,400 +1.0%
  • 2017
    $11,670 +2.2%
    $612,300 +3.1%
  • 2016
    $11,421
    $593,900
  • 79 Charter Rd
    $1.2M
  • West Acton
    —
  • 01720
    $1.06M +19% y/y
  • Acton
    $862K 0% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
75 Charter Rd, Acton, MA 01720 $880,000 3/2 1,485 0.03
73 Charter Rd, Acton, MA 01720 $918,000 3/2 1,464 0.06
84 Charter Rd, Acton, MA 01720 $1,371,000 4/3 2,907 0.06
74 Charter Rd, Acton, MA 01720 $1,400,000 4/2 3,367 0.07
81 Charter Rd, Acton, MA 01720 $1,088,000 2/2 1,744 0.07
86 Charter Rd, Acton, MA 01720 $1,317,000 4/2 2,749 0.08
69 Charter Rd, Acton, MA 01720 $961,000 3/2 1,877 0.09
76 Charter Rd, Acton, MA 01720 $1,428,000 4/2 3,428 0.09

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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