$1,100,000

79 Charter Rd Acton, MA 01720

Estimated payment $7,050/month

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,402 Sq Ft
$323 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Acton-Boxborough Regional High School Rated A+
  • Deck
  • Cathedral Ceiling

About This Home

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 vent hood with new chimney, vanities, recessed lighting, sleek countertops, filtered instant hot water, new sink, fresh paint. Finished 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!

Listing Agent

Guoqing Fu

East Coast Realty, Inc. Listed on: 01/28/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,056

Year Built

  • Built in 1950 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 0.75 Acre Lot
  • Property has an invisible fence for dogs
  • Stone Wall
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R-2

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Driveway
  • 8 Open Parking Spaces
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Blown Fiberglass Insulation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Central Vacuum
  • Wired For Sound
  • Crown Molding
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Insulated Windows
  • Bay Window
  • French Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Home Office
  • Play Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal
  • Pot Filler
  • Instant Hot Water

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Stone
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Double Vanity
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat
  • No or Low VOC Paint or Finish

Outdoor Features

  • Bulkhead
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Choice Of 6 Elementary School
  • Rj Grey Middle School
  • Acton-Boxborough High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • 1 Cooling Zone
  • 4 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Water Treatment System
  • Water Heater
  • Private Sewer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 308304

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Near Conservation Area

Amenities

  • Shops

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,056

Year Built

Built in 1950 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Remodeled
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Amenities: 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 Features: Family Room, Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment, Range Hood, Instant Hot Water, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Cabinets - Upgraded, Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Main,First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: 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 Features: 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
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, Exterior Access, Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC, Remodeled, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
  • Room Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Family Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Family Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC, Recessed Lighting, Decorative Molding
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Features: 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
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Second Floor, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
  • Room Office Level: Main
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Radon Remediation System
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2652
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 750
  • Living Area: 3402
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: NB1740
  • Insulation: Full, Fiberglass

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio, Rain Gutters, Decorative Lighting, Garden, Invisible Fence, Lighting, Stone Wall
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Fencing: Invisible
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Exterior, Screened, Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage YN: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces: 8
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Storage, Off Street, Driveway
  • Total Parking Spaces: 10

Utilities

  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Baseboard, Radiant, Oil
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 4
  • COOLING ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 308304
  • Zoning: R-2
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.75
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 32847
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Green Indoor Air Quality: Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 16056

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes

MLS Schools

  • High School: Acton-Boxborough
  • Elementary School: Choice Of 6
  • Middle Or Junior School: Rj Grey

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Source: Public Records

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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 $16,056 $936,200 $324,500 $611,700
2024 $14,963 $897,600 $324,500 $573,100
2023 $14,617 $832,400 $295,000 $537,400
2022 $13,821 $710,600 $256,500 $454,100
2021 $13,617 $673,100 $237,500 $435,600
2020 $12,835 $667,100 $237,500 $429,600
2019 $12,215 $630,600 $237,500 $393,100
2018 $11,985 $618,400 $237,500 $380,900
2017 $11,670 $612,300 $237,500 $374,800
2016 $11,421 $593,900 $237,500 $356,400
2015 $11,278 $592,000 $237,500 $354,500
2014 $10,853 $558,000 $237,500 $320,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/28/2026 01/28/26 For Sale $1,100,000 +4.8% $323 / Sq Ft
08/15/2023 08/15/23 Sold $1,050,000 +17.3% $396 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/23/2023 05/23/23 Pending -- -- --
05/17/2023 05/17/23 For Sale $895,000 -- $337 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed $1,050,000 None Available
Land Court Massachusetts $462,000 --
Leasehold Conv With Agreement Of Sale Fee Purchase Hawaii $340,000 --
Leasehold Conv With Agreement Of Sale Fee Purchase Hawaii $340,000 --
Leasehold Conv With Agreement Of Sale Fee Purchase Hawaii $150,000 --
Leasehold Conv With Agreement Of Sale Fee Purchase Hawaii $150,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $840,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $373,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $390,234 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73472266

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: ACTO-000003E-000092