Diane Cadogan Hughes
Barrett Sotheby's International Realty
(781) 776-5452
74 Total Sales
1 in Acton
$875,000 Price
79 Charter Rd Acton, MA 01720
Acton AreaEstimated Value: $1,182,146
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,402
Sq Ft
$347/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Colonial Architecture
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Acton-Boxborough Regional High School Rated A+
- Deck
- Cathedral Ceiling
About This Home
As of March 2026Location, 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!
Last Buyer's Agent
The Pollack & McLaughlin Group
Redfin Corp.
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,056
Year Built
- Built in 1950 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 32,847 Sq Ft 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
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 28, 2026
Closed on
Feb 27, 2026
Sold by
Fu-Gao Ft and Gao
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Guoqing Fu
East Coast Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
The Pollack & McLaughlin Group
Redfin Corp.
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$1,205,000
Premium/Discount to List
$105,000
9.55%
Views
111
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$22,854
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.62%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 28, 2025
Sold by
Fu Guoqing
Bought by
Fu-Gao Ft and Fu
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 17, 2023
Closed on
Aug 15, 2023
Sold by
Catalano Gregory
Bought by
Gao Jun
Seller's Agent
Nancy Hudgins
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Hongyan Sun
Stonebridge Realty
List Price
$895,000
Sold Price
$1,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
$155,000
17.32%
Views
119
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.87%
Original Mortgage
$840,000
Interest Rate
5.38%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 30, 2001
Sold by
Daniele Lawrence M and Daniele Jeanne P
Bought by
Catalano Gregory and Catalano R D
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 27, 1997
Sold by
Authentic Homes Inc
Bought by
Daniele Lawrence and Daniele Jeanne P
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 11, 1996
Sold by
Charter George H
Bought by
Authentic Homes Inc
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Acton, MA
-
Diane Cadogan Hughes
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Patricia Sutherland
Patricia Sutherland
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
(351) 300-4730
96 Total Sales
42 in Acton
$255K - $1.2M Price Range
-
Firojkhan Pathan
Firojkhan Pathan
Pathan Realty LLC
(689) 220-3847
24 Total Sales
1 in Acton
$1,550,000 Price
-
Bryan Perreira
Bryan Perreira
LAER Realty Partners
(351) 208-9883
136 Total Sales
1 in Acton
$400,000 Price
-
ZhiChao Chen
ZhiChao Chen
SPACE CY REALTY LIMITED
(855) 528-1854
141 Total Sales
2 in Acton
$448K - $830K Price Range
-
Anthony Piacenza
Anthony Piacenza
Responds QuicklyBHHS Verani Bedford
(351) 208-1425
61 Total Sales
1 in Acton
$734,900 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,205,000 | -- | ||
| Fu-Gao Ft | -- | None Available | |
| Gao Jun | $1,050,000 | None Available | |
| Catalano Gregory | $462,000 | -- | |
| Daniele Lawrence | $340,000 | -- | |
| Authentic Homes Inc | $150,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | -- | $840,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Catalano Gregory D | $350,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Catalano Gregory D | $142,000 | |
| Closed | Catalano Gregory D | $120,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Catalano Gregory D | $360,000 | |
| Closed | Davidson-Catalano Robin | $373,000 | |
| Closed | Catalano Gregory D | $390,234 | |
| Closed | Catalano Gregory D | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Catalano Gregory D | $150,000 | |
| Closed | Catalano Gregory D | $359,650 | |
| Closed | Catalano Gregory D | $160,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Catalano Gregory D | $322,700 | |
| Closed | Catalano Gregory D | $90,000 | |
| Closed | Catalano Gregory | $328,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Catalano Gregory D | $330,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/19/2026 03/19/26 | Sold | $1,205,000 | +9.5% | $354 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/03/2026 02/03/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 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)
Tax History
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| 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
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Guoqing Fu
GF
Seller's Agent in 2026
Guoqing Fu
East Coast Realty, Inc.
1 Total Sale
-
TP
Buyer's Agent in 2026
The Pollack & McLaughlin Group
Redfin Corp.
-
Nancy Hudgins
Seller's Agent in 2023
Nancy Hudgins
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
(781) 608-7137
123 Total Sales
-
Hongyan Sun
HS
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Hongyan Sun
Stonebridge Realty
(978) 881-4365
92 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73472266
APN: ACTO-000003E-000092
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