$729,999
SOLD DEC 21, 2023

10 Balsam Dr Acton, MA 01720

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,068 Sq Ft
0.75 Acres

Recently Sold

$353 Per Sq Ft

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Property is near public transit
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Acton-Boxborough Regional High School Rated A+
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of December 2023

Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac neighborhood just minutes from Rt 2, this spacious split-level home has everything you need. Updated kitchen, high ceiling in the dining room, and a cozy living room with wood burning fire place. Recently installed mini split system keeps the home comfortable all year long. Off the back of the house is a recently redone screened in porch, perfect for warm weather entertaining. Down the light filled hallway you will find the primary bedroom complete with ensuite, half bath and 2 good sized bedrooms. The lower level offers flexibility for whatever your needs may be. Complete with 4th bedroom, full bath & laundry room, craft room and oversized living room with second fire place. Walkout to your peaceful backyard or exit through garage. Wooded backyard and flat side yard. New roof 2023. Centrally located in Acton Center which offers shopping, Library, playground, Commuter Rail, restaurants, highways & top-rated Acton Schools!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Emily Chapdelaine

Coldwell Banker Realty - Westford Listed on: 11/15/2023

Coldwell Banker Realty - Westford

Last Buyer's Agent

The Tom And Joanne Team

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,830

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

Lot Details

  • 0.75 Acre Lot
  • Near Conservation Area

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,068 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Insulated Windows

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Garage Access

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Enclosed patio or porch
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Acton-Boxboro High School

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Heating Available
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Private Sewer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 308154

Community Details

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Shops

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,830

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Split Entry
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Transaction Broker: 1
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Carpet
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer, Utility Connections for Gas Oven
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Basement: Finished, Walk-Out Access, Garage Access
  • Living Area: 2068
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: AN6181
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 353
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 353
  • MAIN SO: BB5918
  • Insulation: Full

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Composite, Patio - Enclosed, Rain Gutters
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Composite, Enclosed
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Oven
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Heating: Electric, Ductless
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 308154
  • Zoning: Residentia
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.75
  • Lot Size Area: 0.75
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 32670
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 584
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 11830
  • Tax Book Number: 70145

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Acton-Boxboro

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 1998
Sold by
Allen Roger Y and Allen Susan N
Bought by
Bolen Jeffrey D and Bolen Jill K
Current Estimated Value
$862,892

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$159,900
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $259,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $583,999 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $489,250 New Conventional
Closed $177,000 No Value Available
Closed $20,000 No Value Available
Closed $20,000 No Value Available
Closed $159,900 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $58,000 No Value Available
Closed $74,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/21/2023 12/21/23 Sold $729,999 0.0% $353 / Sq Ft
11/27/2023 11/27/23 Pending -- -- --
11/15/2023 11/15/23 For Sale $729,999 +41.7% $353 / Sq Ft
11/06/2017 11/06/17 Sold $515,000 -1.0% $249 / Sq Ft
09/05/2017 09/05/17 Pending -- -- --
05/26/2017 05/26/17 For Sale $520,000 +1.0% $251 / Sq Ft
05/12/2017 05/12/17 Off Market $515,000 -- --
05/05/2017 05/05/17 Pending -- -- --
05/03/2017 05/03/17 For Sale $515,000 -- $249 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $13,928 $812,100 $370,700 $441,400
2024 $11,902 $714,000 $370,700 $343,300
2023 $11,830 $673,700 $336,900 $336,800
2022 $11,464 $589,400 $293,000 $296,400
2021 $10,779 $532,800 $271,300 $261,500
2020 $10,251 $532,800 $271,300 $261,500
2019 $9,693 $500,400 $271,300 $229,100
2018 $9,043 $466,600 $271,300 $195,300
2017 $8,729 $458,000 $271,300 $186,700
2016 $8,509 $442,500 $271,300 $171,200
2015 $8,298 $435,600 $271,300 $164,300
2014 $8,138 $418,400 $271,300 $147,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73180595

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: ACTO-000003E-000038