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.
Sold for $524,000
$524,000
24 Forest Rd, Acton, MA 01720
2beds
1,091sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1937
0.87 Acres Lot
$523,800 Zestimate®
$480/sqft
$2,868 Estimated rent
Home value
$523,800
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Brick fireplaceFormal patio areaPretty circular driveMulti windows
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Listed by:
Joan Meyer 978-621-0356,
Barrett Sotheby's International Realty 978-263-1166
Bought with:
Christine MinJung Sohn
Premier Realty Group - Lexington
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73536987
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: $480/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $485,700
- Annual tax amount: $8,330
- Date on market: 7/20/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/18/2026 | Sold | $524,000-2.8%$480/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73536987 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2026 | Pending sale | $539,000$494/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73536987 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2026 | Contingent | $539,000$494/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73536987 Report a problem | ||
| 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 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01720
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Luther Conant SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 10/10Raymond J Grey Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 9/10Acton-Boxborough Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Abrjhs
- 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
- 24 Forest Rd
