For sale

$539,000

24 Forest Rd, Acton, MA 01720

2beds

1,091sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1937

0.87 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$494/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Brick fireplaceFormal patio areaPretty circular driveMulti windows

More than just a five room Ranch-- this distinctive home is an inviting country cottage, full of charming architectural elements. Park in the pretty circular drive. Enter the property's front door and you will be welcomed into a dining room complete with a working fieldstone fireplace. Walk a few steps into the adjacent living room and notice the multi windows, brick fireplace and cathedral ceiling with soft radiant lighting. The compact kitchen is handsome and the two bedrooms are generous in size. This home is a nice blend of warmth and airy ambience. Outside there is a formal patio area. The grounds cover 0.87 of an acre. And a bonus feature-- There is the possibility of a membership in the Robbins Park pool club.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1
Main level bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Level: Main,First
Area: 249.9
Dimensions: 14.7 x 17

Bedroom 2

Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Level: First
Area: 94.64
Dimensions: 10.4 x 9.1

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Vinyl, Low Flow Toilet
Level: Main,First
Area: 109.98
Dimensions: 7.8 x 14.1

Dining room

Features: Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Exterior Access
Level: First
Area: 162.15
Dimensions: 11.5 x 14.1

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead
Level: Main,First
Area: 109.98
Dimensions: 7.8 x 14.1

Living room

Features: Beamed Ceilings, Window(s) - Picture
Level: First
Area: 237.6
Dimensions: 17.6 x 13.5

Heating

Forced Air, Oil

Cooling

Ductless

Appliances

Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Laundry: Washer Hookup, In Basement

Features

Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
Doors: Storm Door(s)
Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), Screens
Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Concrete,Unfinished
Number of fireplaces: 2
Fireplace features: Dining Room, Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,091
Total interior livable area: 1,091 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,091

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 6
Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Uncovered spaces: 6

Accessibility

Accessibility features: No

Features

Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Screens, Garden
Frontage length: 150.00

Lot

Size: 0.87 Acres
Features: Wooded, Gentle Sloping

Details

Parcel number: M:00G4 B:0051 L:0000,311815
Zoning: R2

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Block
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1937

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Private Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Shopping, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Acton

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $494/sqft
Tax assessed value: $485,700
Annual tax amount: $8,330
Date on market: 6/16/2026

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

$2,895/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/16/2026	Listed for sale	$539,000+54%$494/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73536987 Report a problem
11/30/2015	Listing removed	$349,900$321/sqft
Source: Acton Real Estate Co., LLC #71889382 Report a problem
8/14/2015	Listed for sale	$349,900-9.8%$321/sqft
Source: Acton Real Estate Co., LLC #71889382 Report a problem
1/15/2014	Listing removed	$388,000$356/sqft
Source: Acton Real Estate Co., LLC #71608365 Report a problem
11/14/2013	Listed for sale	$388,000$356/sqft
Source: Acton Real Estate Co., LLC #71608365 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$8,330 +4.4%	$485,700 +1.5%
2024	$7,977 +4.6%	$478,500 +10.2%
2023	$7,626 +1.6%	$434,300 +12.6%
2022	$7,504 +4.4%	$385,800 +8.6%
2021	$7,186 +6.1%	$355,200 +0.9%
2020	$6,771 +5%	$351,900 +5.7%
2019	$6,450 +4.1%	$333,000 +4.2%
2018	$6,196 +1.7%	$319,700
2017	$6,093 +2.9%	$319,700 +3.9%
2016	$5,919 +0.7%	$307,800 -0.2%
2015	$5,877 -1.1%	$308,500 +0.9%
2014	$5,944 -3.8%	$305,600 -5.5%
2013	$6,179 +4%	$323,500 +1%
2012	$5,943 +4.9%	$320,400 +2.3%
2011	$5,663 +4.9%	$313,200 -0.7%
2010	$5,398 +1.8%	$315,300 -1.7%
2009	$5,303 +1.6%	$320,800 -5.5%
2008	$5,222 +0.2%	$339,300 -4.8%
2007	$5,212 +2.3%	$356,500 +2.1%
2006	$5,093 +17.2%	$349,300 +11%
2005	$4,346 +2.8%	$314,700 +4.4%
2004	$4,229 +11.7%	$301,400 +7.9%
2003	$3,785 +1.1%	$279,300 +12.8%
2002	$3,743 +17.7%	$247,700 +42.7%
1998	$3,179	$173,600

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