NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5 Fernwood Rd Acton, MA 01720

Estimated Value: $737,000 - $877,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,028 Sq Ft
$403/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 16, 2018

Last sale price $428,000 $211 Per Sq Ft

Est. 91% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,540/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Screened Porch
  • Central Air
  • Acton-Boxborough Regional High School Rated A+

About This Home

As of November 2018

Lovely 8 room, 4 bdrm, 2.5 bath raised ranch in most attractive setting. Nearly an acre of landscaped grounds, including woods. Home is nicely situated well back from the road, in a quiet desirable "Woods" neighborhood. One owner for the last 35 years. Air conditioning built in, new roof, ridge and soffit vents in 2011. GE home generator operates automatically on natural gas. New septic and leaching field in 2018. Screened porch off the kitchen, and over sized 2 car garage complete this home. Now is the time to make it your own with TLC updates and more. Professionally cleaned through out.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joan Meyer

Barrett Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 09/26/2018

Barrett Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Lilia Flores

Barrett Sotheby's International Realty

Barrett Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,823

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

Lot Details

  • Year Round Access
  • Property is zoned R2

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Interior Spaces

  • Window Screens
  • Screened Porch
  • Range
  • Basement

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Rain Gutters

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Two Cooling Systems Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Water Holding Tank
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Private Sewer
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:00G3 B:0195 L:0000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,823

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Style: Raised Ranch
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 211.05
  • Comp Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1970

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Laminate, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • No Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 13X11, Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 13X11, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 12X10, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 9X4, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Low Flow Toilet
  • Bathroom 2: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 9X9, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Low Flow Toilet
  • Bathroom 3: On Level: Basement, Dimension: 8X7, Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Laminate, Low Flow Toilet, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
  • No Rooms: 8
  • Dining Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 11X11, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Family Room: On Level: Basement, Dimension: 17X12, Fireplace, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Kitchen: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 13X11, Flooring - Laminate
  • Living Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 21X14, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement: Y
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Garage Access, Concrete Floor
  • Other Room 1: Name: Bedroom, On Level: Basement, Dimension: 16X10, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Main Lo: AN0538
  • Main So: AN0538
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2028.00
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Frontage: 151.00
  • Construction: Frame
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Exterior: Shingles, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Gutters, Screens
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 4
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Work Area
  • Garage Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Electric Features: Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps
  • Cooling: Central Air, 2 Units
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Gas
  • Heat Zones: 2
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tank
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Shopping, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station

Schools

  • Elementary School: Choice of 6
  • Middle School: ABRJHS
  • High School: ABRHS

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 467100.00
  • Acre: 0.99
  • Lot Size: 42941.00
  • Parcel Number: M:00G3 B:0195 L:0000
  • Zoning: R2
  • Lot Description: Paved Drive, Level

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows, Prog. Thermostat, Backup Generator

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 8897.36
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 311722

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 26, 2018
Closed on
Nov 16, 2018
Sold by
Horowitz Joseph L and Hicks Nancy
Bought by
Bourget Paul R and Spinosa Mary
Seller's Agent
Joan Meyer
Barrett Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lilia Flores
Barrett Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$428,000
Sold Price
$428,000
Current Estimated Value
$817,648

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$389,648
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.46%
Original Mortgage
$342,400
Interest Rate
4.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bourget Paul R $428,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bourget Paul R $344,000
Closed Bourget Paul R $342,400
Previous Owner Horowitz Joseph L $80,500
Previous Owner Horowitz Joseph L $88,500
Previous Owner Horowitz Joseph L $94,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/16/2018 11/16/18 Sold $428,000 0.0% $211 / Sq Ft
10/01/2018 10/01/18 Pending -- -- --
09/26/2018 09/26/18 For Sale $428,000 -- $211 / 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 $11,823 $689,400 $323,700 $365,700
2024 $11,196 $671,600 $323,700 $347,900
2023 $11,163 $635,700 $294,300 $341,400
2022 $10,832 $556,900 $255,900 $301,000
2021 $10,184 $503,400 $237,200 $266,200
2020 $9,685 $503,400 $237,200 $266,200
2019 $9,094 $469,500 $237,200 $232,300
2018 $8,725 $450,200 $237,200 $213,000
2017 $8,405 $441,000 $237,200 $203,800
2016 $8,163 $424,500 $237,200 $187,300
2015 $7,542 $395,900 $237,200 $158,700
2014 $7,381 $379,500 $237,200 $142,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72401189

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: ACTO-000003G-000195