$379,000
SOLD DEC 19, 2025

86 School St Acton, MA 01720

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,984 Sq Ft
0.41 Acres

Recently Sold

$191 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

36 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wooded Lot
  • Acton-Boxborough Regional High School Rated A+
  • Property is near public transit
  • Cathedral Ceiling

About This Home

As of December 2025

"As Is" Sale. Nestled at 86 School Street, Acton, MA, this single-family residence presents a unique opportunity to own a piece of history, blending timeless charm with the promise of modern living.Step back in time with this one-of-a-kind historic home, originally built in 1825 and filled with timeless character and old-world charm. Once an old schoolhouse, this 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence offers a rare blend of history, privacy, and potential all in a prime Acton location close to the commuter rail, shops, and local amenities.Set back from the road on a spacious lot surrounded by mature trees, the property provides a serene setting while still being conveniently close to everything. Inside, you’ll find beautiful period details, original pine hardwood floors, and a welcoming fireplace that anchors the main living space and the layout offers ample opportunity to reimagine and modernize the home with today’s comforts while preserving its distinctive character.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jennifer Jones

Barrett Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 10/27/2025

Barrett Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Amie Donnelly

Coldwell Banker Realty

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1825

Lot Details

  • 0.41 Acre Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned 01

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,984 Sq Ft Home
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Picture Window
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Screened Porch
  • Range
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Dirt Floor
  • Crawl Space

Parking

  • 6 Car Parking Spaces
  • Unpaved Parking
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Storage

Location

  • 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
  • Central Heating
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Block 0016
  • Assessor Parcel Number 312795

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • South Acton Subdivision
  • Near Conservation Area

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1825

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • Year Built: 1825
  • Subdivision Name: South Acton
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Other
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Exterior Access
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Vinyl
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting
  • Basement: Partial, Crawl Space, Interior Entry, Dirt Floor
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1984
  • Living Area: 1984
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN0538
  • MAIN SO: AN6181

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Porch - Screened, Storage
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking Spaces: 6
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Unpaved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Central, Hot Water, Oil
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 0

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 312795
  • Zoning: 01
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.41
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 17860
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9762
  • Tax Block: 0016
  • Tax Lot: 0000

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

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
Oct 22, 2020
Sold by
Obrien Warren
Bought by
Obrien Warren and Harrison Kristen M

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 8, 2013
Closed on
May 3, 2013
Sold by
Hopkins Timothy P and Hopkins Mary H
Bought by
Obrien Warren
Seller's Agent
Clifford Critch
RE/MAX Triumph Realty
Buyer's Agent
Clifford Critch
RE/MAX Triumph Realty
List Price
$319,900
Sold Price
$300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-6.22%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.38%
Original Mortgage
$294,566
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 1, 1999
Sold by
Hopkins Eleanor M
Bought by
Hopkins Timothy P and Hopkins Mary H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
6.78%
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
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Not Resolvable $300,000 --
Deed $125,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $294,566 FHA
Previous Owner $125,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $25,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/19/2025 12/19/25 Sold $379,000 -5.0% $191 / Sq Ft
12/02/2025 12/02/25 Pending -- -- --
11/20/2025 11/20/25 For Sale $399,000 0.0% $201 / Sq Ft
11/04/2025 11/04/25 Pending -- -- --
10/27/2025 10/27/25 For Sale $399,000 +33.0% $201 / Sq Ft
06/20/2013 06/20/13 Sold $300,000 -6.2% $136 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/01/2013 04/01/13 Pending -- -- --
01/08/2013 01/08/13 For Sale $319,900 -- $145 / 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 $9,762 $569,200 $311,700 $257,500
2024 $9,270 $556,100 $311,700 $244,400
2023 $9,266 $527,700 $283,300 $244,400
2022 $8,472 $435,600 $246,300 $189,300
2021 $8,177 $404,200 $228,100 $176,100
2020 $7,602 $395,100 $228,100 $167,000
2019 $7,312 $377,500 $228,100 $149,400
2018 $7,215 $372,300 $228,100 $144,200
2017 $7,096 $372,300 $228,100 $144,200
2016 $6,840 $355,700 $228,100 $127,600
2015 $6,776 $355,700 $228,100 $127,600
2014 $7,426 $381,800 $228,100 $153,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73448239

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: ACTO-000003AH000016