NOT LISTED FOR SALE

159 Central St Acton, MA 01720

Estimated Value: $647,000 - $653,213

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,124 Sq Ft
$306/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 26, 2024

Last sale price $645,000 $304 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,285/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Property is near public transit
  • Ranch Style House
  • Acton-Boxborough Regional High School Rated A+
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of November 2024

Enjoy the perfect blend of location and charm in this delightful ranch convenient to the vibrant West Acton Village with shopping, dining and the Commuter Rail. The spacious, private lot is surrounded by thriving trees and perennial gardens, creating a nature oasis. With a freshly painted exterior, interior, and newly refinished floors, this beautifully refreshed home is ready for you to move right in! The main level features open living spaces, perfect for everyday comfort and effortless entertaining, from the fireplaced living room to the dining room/kitchen with SS appliances and white cabinetry. The sun-filled family room steps out to the private backyard, a haven for wildlife and an ideal retreat for nature enthusiasts, featuring lush greenery and a diverse array of perennials. The walkout lower level offers a fireplaced game room, full bathroom, laundry and direct access to the oversized garage. You will love the proximity to Acton’s top-rated schools, Route 2 and walking trails.

Last Listed By

Danielle Fleming

MA Properties Listed on: 10/17/2024

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,823

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 0.57 Acre Lot
  • Near Conservation Area
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R2

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Tuck Under Parking
  • Oversized Parking
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,124 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Chair Railings
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Insulated Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Picture Window
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Game Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Dual Closets
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Garage Access
  • Laundry in Basement

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot
  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Choice Of 6 Elementary School
  • Rj Grey Middle School
  • Abrhs High School

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Private Sewer

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat
  • Rain Gutters

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:00G2 B:0050 L:0000,311173

Community Details

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Shops

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,823

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Closet, Recessed Lighting, Game Room
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet - Double
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 150
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet - Double
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 121
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet - Double
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 154
  • Bathroom 1 Area: 77
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Basement
  • Bathroom 2 Area: 72
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Room Dining Room Features: Chair Rail, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 88
  • Room Family Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Family Room Area: 312
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Open Floorplan, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Kitchen Area: 88
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Area: 209
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
  • Basement: Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access
  • Living Area: 2124
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Window(s) - Picture, Insulated Windows, Screens
  • MAIN LO: AN6342
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 270.72
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 303.67
  • MAIN SO: AN6527
  • Insulation: Full

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Screens, Garden
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: 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, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Oversized, Off Street, Driveway
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6

Utilities

  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:00G2 B:0050 L:0000,311173
  • Zoning: R2
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Flood Plain, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.57
  • Lot Size Area: 0.57
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 24650
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7823
  • Tax Book Number: 0

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes

MLS Schools

  • High School: Abrhs
  • Elementary School: Choice Of 6
  • Middle Or Junior School: Rj Grey

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 31, 1988
Sold by
Cremins Allen L
Bought by
Smith Hallam J
Total Days on Market
5
Current Estimated Value
$649,303

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$147,200
Interest Rate
10.18%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Smith Hallam J $184,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Reeves Robert W $516,000
Closed Reeves Robert W $516,000
Closed Cremins Allen L $134,250
Closed Cremins Allen L $135,000
Closed Cremins Allen L $132,000
Closed Cremins Allen L $147,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/26/2024 11/26/24 Sold $645,000 +12.2% $304 / Sq Ft
10/22/2024 10/22/24 Pending -- -- --
10/17/2024 10/17/24 For Sale $575,000 -- $271 / 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 $8,223 $479,500 $248,700 $230,800
2024 $7,823 $469,300 $248,700 $220,600
2023 $7,470 $425,400 $226,000 $199,400
2022 $7,634 $392,500 $196,500 $196,000
2021 $7,293 $360,500 $181,900 $178,600
2020 $6,842 $355,600 $181,900 $173,700
2019 $6,475 $334,300 $181,900 $152,400
2018 $6,056 $312,500 $181,900 $130,600
2017 $5,956 $312,500 $181,900 $130,600
2016 $5,756 $299,300 $181,900 $117,400
2015 $5,784 $303,600 $181,900 $121,700
2014 $5,802 $298,300 $181,900 $116,400
Source: Public Records

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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73303406

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: ACTO-000002G-000050