Your getaway in the woods with your own private pool! Unique character and privacy best describe this lovely colonial home with 4+ acres abutting conservation land. Tucked away with four other homes but still close to commuter routes and West Acton this wonderful home is characterized by lovely woodwork and spacious rooms. The first floor has mainly hardwood floors and the family room is huge with a soaring brick fireplace and sliders to the screened porch, while the living room has a wall of built in bookcases and private views to the front and side of the house. The dining room is the perfect size for holiday gatherings whilst the kitchen has updated appliances and granite counters . Upstairs is the main bedroom with a walk in closet and ensuite bathroom, plus three more freshly painted spacious bedrooms and the family bathroom. The full sized basement has access to the garage and outside there is an expansive deck and a beautiful professionally landscaped pool area.
Sold for $760,000
$760,000
236 Newtown Rd, Acton, MA 01720
4beds
2,556sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1984
4.19 Acres Lot
$1,210,700 Zestimate®
$297/sqft
$5,144 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,210,700
$1.09M - $1.34M
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Expansive deckUpdated appliancesLovely woodworkClose to commuter routesWalk in closetSpacious roomsHardwood floors
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Listed by:
Frances Denby 978-621-9486,
Barrett Sotheby's International Realty 978-263-1166
Bought with:
Frances Denby
Barrett Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73146615
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet - Linen, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 247
- Dimensions: 19 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Wainscoting
- Level: First
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Family room
- Features: Skylight, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Slider, Wainscoting
- Level: First
- Area: 357
- Dimensions: 21 x 17
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Stainless Steel Appliances, Peninsula
- Level: First
- Area: 231
- Dimensions: 21 x 11
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18 x 13
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Whole House Fan
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave
- Laundry: First Floor
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Garage Access,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,556
- Total interior livable area: 2,556 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Screened, Deck, Deck - Composite
- Exterior features: Porch - Screened, Deck, Deck - Composite, Pool - Inground, Hot Tub/Spa, Fenced Yard
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Private
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 4.19 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: M:00D2 B:0007 L:0002,306877
- Zoning: 0
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1984
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Acton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $297/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $871,800
- Annual tax amount: $15,309
- Date on market: 10/1/2025
- Exclusions: Dining Chandelier And Wall Sconces In Dining Room, Living Room And Hallway.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/7/2024 | Sold | $760,000-10.6%$297/sqft |
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| 10/18/2023 | Price change | $850,000-5.5%$333/sqft |
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| 9/20/2023 | Price change | $899,000-2.8%$352/sqft |
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| 8/16/2023 | Price change | $925,000-7%$362/sqft |
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| 8/9/2023 | Listed for sale | $995,000+131.4%$389/sqft |
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| 7/9/1999 | Sold | $430,000+9.7%$168/sqft |
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| 1/12/1989 | Sold | $392,000$153/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,375 +6.7% | $954,800 +3.7% |
| 2024 | $15,350 +0.3% | $920,800 +5.6% |
| 2023 | $15,309 +5% | $871,800 +16.3% |
| 2022 | $14,582 +2.3% | $749,700 +6.4% |
| 2021 | $14,256 +6% | $704,700 +0.8% |
| 2020 | $13,453 +1.9% | $699,200 +2.6% |
| 2019 | $13,206 +1.7% | $681,800 +1.7% |
| 2018 | $12,988 +2.6% | $670,200 +0.9% |
| 2017 | $12,663 +1.8% | $664,400 +2.7% |
| 2016 | $12,442 +1% | $647,000 +0.1% |
| 2015 | $12,314 +3.1% | $646,400 +5.3% |
| 2014 | $11,940 +1.8% | $613,900 |
| 2013 | $11,725 -0.8% | $613,900 -3.6% |
| 2012 | $11,816 +0% | $637,000 -2.5% |
| 2011 | $11,813 +2.9% | $653,400 -2.5% |
| 2010 | $11,477 +5.8% | $670,400 +2.2% |
| 2009 | $10,845 +3.9% | $656,100 -3.2% |
| 2008 | $10,433 +1.9% | $677,900 -3.2% |
| 2007 | $10,238 +4.6% | $700,300 +4.3% |
| 2006 | $9,788 +10.1% | $671,300 +4.3% |
| 2005 | $8,889 +4.2% | $643,700 +5.9% |
| 2004 | $8,532 +9.8% | $608,100 +6.1% |
| 2003 | $7,768 +3.3% | $573,300 +15.2% |
| 2002 | $7,520 +14.3% | $497,700 +38.6% |
| 1998 | $6,577 | $359,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01720
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Paul P Gates Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.4 mi
- 10/10Raymond J Grey Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 9/10Acton-Boxborough Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: R J Gray
- High: Abrhs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Acton
- 01720
- 236 Newtown Rd
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