5 Main St, Acton MA 01720

Acton, MA 01720 • Main St on the Maynard side
$679,000
Est. $4,421/month
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,000
Sq Ft
$340
Price/Sq Ft
0.99
Acres
1957
Year Built
6
Parking
13
Days on Market
Active Listed Jul 21, 2026 • MLS# 73553080 Copied! • Updated Aug 1, 2026

About this home

Fantastic opportunity to own this move-in ready ranch in desirable Acton! Conveniently located on Main Street/Rte 27, directly across from the Assabet River Rail Trail and minutes from vibrant downtown Maynard, offering an abundance of restaurants, shops, and local amenities.The thoughtfully landscaped front yard, with mature trees and plantings, creates a natural wall of privacy. Step inside to find a light filled interior featuring a fireplaced living room with a large bay window and plenty of space for comfortable seating. The functional floor plan flows into the cozy dining area and continues to the step down kitchen complete with a breakfast nook and slider leading to the rear deck. Enjoy views of the expansive, level backyard ideal for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing. The main level also offers three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The finished lower level provides versatile bonus space, a wood burning stove, laundry, and generous storage. Recent updates include fresh interior and exterior paint '26, new refrigerator '25, new microwave '25, new stove '26, 200 amp electrical service '24, and attractive landscaping. Convenient to the South Acton Commuter Rail. Enjoy the Top Rated Acton Boxborough Regional School District!

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Property History

Market Insights

Property Timeline

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Showing Instructions Updated
Jul 27, 2026
New showing requirements
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Listed for Sale
Jul 22, 2026
$679,000
Original listing
Agent: Laura Rakauskas Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $9,451 $551,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,451
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$551,100

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1957
Living Area 2,000 sq ft
Lot Size 0.99 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
Fireplaces 1
Basement Partially Finished, Sump Pump
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup, In Basement
Features Breakfast Bar / Nook, Slider, Bonus Room, Mud Room

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Ranch
Roof Shingle
Features Deck, Storage
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck
Features Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 6
Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Inspection Required For Sale
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $9,451
Assessed Value $551,100
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Down Payment Resource Eligible
Seller Disclosures Measurements Are Approx And Are For Marketing Purposes. Buyer/buyer Agent To Verify Information.
Exclusions Personal Items
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color White
Sq Ft Source Other
Sq Ft Disclosures Buyer/Buyer Agent to verify. GLA per GIS Public Report.
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 11 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1957
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,000 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar / Nook, Slider, Bonus Room, Mud Room
Windows:
Basement: Partially Finished, Sump Pump
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1957
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Irregular

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Inspection Required for Sale
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Storage
Patio & Porch: Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
Community Amenities: Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, T-Station
School District
Acton-Boxborough Regional School District local
A+
School Safety 2024-25
0.3% Low
0.1% Suspensions 0.1% In-School 0.2% Emergency
5.2% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
The Imago School
1.4 mi
Grades K-08
B-
Green Meadow School
1.7 mi | #496 of 824 | Score: 44.8
Dropped 94 spots from last year
-13.4 below state avg
456 students Moderate
Grades PK-03
B
McCarthy-Towne School
2.1 mi | #390 of 824 | Score: 48.1
Dropped 129 spots from last year
-10.2 below state avg
431 students Diverse
Grades K-06
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
B
Fowler School
1.8 mi | #147 of 352 | Score: 44.7
Dropped 25 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
451 students Moderate
Grades 04-08
A+
Raymond J Grey Junior High School
2.1 mi | #17 of 352 | Score: 62.1
Improved 3 spots from last year
+3.9 above state avg
824 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 07-08
A
Hale School
2.8 mi | #72 of 352 | Score: 53.1
Dropped 20 spots from last year
-5.1 below state avg
247 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
B
Maynard High School
1.8 mi | #145 of 346 | Score: 56.1
Dropped 117 spots from last year
-2.1 below state avg
310 students Moderate
15 sports • 604 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
JRI The Victor School
1.9 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Acton-Boxborough Regional High School
2.3 mi | #11 of 346 | Score: 75.1
Improved 3 spots from last year
+16.9 above state avg
1,622 students Diverse
20 sports • 2,224 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Main St on the Maynard side

5 Main St, Acton MA 01720

Acton, MA 01720

Listing Information

Listing Agent Laura Rakauskas
Listing Office Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Office Phone 508-834-1500
Agent MLS ID BB805042
Office MLS ID AN6448
Listing Data Updated Aug 1, 2026 11:08 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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