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  • $1,260,000

    471 Massachusetts Ave, Acton, MA 01720

    5beds
    5,112sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1745
    0.9 Acres Lot
    $1,361,900 Zestimate®
    $246/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Gas fireplaceFull wet barRare beehive ovensLaundry roomVaulted ceilingDetached heated two-car garageBluestone patio
    Step into a piece of Acton’s history, reimagined for modern life. This exceptional antique home features wide pine floors, rich millwork, and nine fireplaces—two with rare beehive ovens—blended with seamless updates. The kitchen offers a vaulted ceiling, honed granite, a gas fireplace, island, and chef’s dual-fuel range. The attached carriage house has been transformed into a stunning great room with soaring ceilings and a full wet bar with island seating. All bathrooms have been beautifully renovated with timeless style. Outside, a private oasis awaits with a heated saltwater pool with waterfall, bluestone patio, deck with sunken firepit, and terraced flat lawns all fenced-in for privacy. A sizable mudroom, laundry room, storage, and detached, heated two-car garage for convenience. Perfectly positioned between Acton’s top schools and vibrant West Acton Village, this home offers the grace and character of a historic property with the comfort, style, and livability of a modern retreat.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: May 07, 2025 at 06:43am

    Listed by:

    St. Martin Team,

    Barrett Sotheby's International Realty

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73366564
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood, Remodeled, Window Seat
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Wood
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 5
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Fireplace, Closet
    • Level: Second
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: Yes
    Bathroom 1
    • Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
    • Level: First
    Bathroom 2
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
    • Level: Second
    Bathroom 3
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
    • Level: Second
    Dining room
    • Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Pendant
    • Level: First
    Family room
    • Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
    • Level: First
    Kitchen
    • Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Pocket Door, Window Seat
    • Level: First
    Living room
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
    • Level: First
    Office
    • Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
    • Level: Second
    Heating
    • Hot Water, Radiant, Heat Pump, Oil, Electric, Propane, Fireplace
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Heat Pump
    Appliances
    • Laundry: Laundry Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Laundry Chute, Sink, First Floor, Washer Hookup
    Features
    • Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Pedestal Sink, Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Countertops - Paper Based, Wet bar, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Lighting - Overhead, Bathroom, Great Room, Office, Bonus Room, Wet Bar
    • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Engineered Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood
    • Doors: Insulated Doors, French Doors
    • Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
    • Basement: Partial,Crawl Space,Bulkhead,Sump Pump,Slab,Unfinished
    • Number of fireplaces: 9
    • Fireplace features: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 5,112
    • Total interior livable area: 5,112 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 5,112
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    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 12
    • Parking features: Detached, Heated Garage, Insulated, Off Street, Paved
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Exterior features: Patio, Pool - Inground Heated, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
    • Has private pool: Yes
    • Pool features: Pool - Inground Heated
    • Fencing: Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 0.9 Acres
    • Features: Cleared, Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: M:00F2 B:0106 L:0000,309488
    • Zoning: R

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial,Antique
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Post & Beam
    • Foundation: Stone, Slab
    • Roof: Shingle,Metal
    Condition
    • Year built: 1745

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
    • Sewer: Private Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
    Green energy
    • Energy efficient items: Thermostat

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Acton

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $246/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,026,700
    • Annual tax amount: $17,608
    • Date on market: 4/30/2025
    • Listing terms: Contract
    • Exclusions: See Listing Agent For List.
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