21 Central St, Acton, MA 01720
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OFF MARKET

21 Central St
Acton, MA 01720

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,500 sqft

$1,118,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 23, 2026

$1,118,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 23, 2026
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,500 sqft

Home Highlights

Property Type
Apartment
Living Area
1,500 sqft
Price/Sqft
$746
Parking
Attached Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 21 Central St.
  • Schools6 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

$2,500 Unique 1BR+home office/1BA Victorian Carriage House Loft Apartment Available February 1, 2026

A rare rental opportunity MUST SEE! This spacious, multi-level loft apartment is located in a historic Victorian carriage house, a completely separate building from the main house. Full of character with exposed beams, an open layout, and plenty of natural light, this home offers privacy and charm just minutes from everything Acton has to offer.

Layout & Features:
Open-concept living room, dining area, and kitchen with updated appliances
Loft-style master bedroom (no doors)
Second room home office/guest room on a lower level (bathroom is in that bedroom)
Glass doors leading to the front and back porches
Private yard spacious, separate, and quiet
One garage space, + washer/dryer hookup, possible storage space
One additional outdoor parking space

Location:
5-minute walk to the MBTA commuter rail into Boston
Close to West Acton Village shops, cafes, restaurants, library, and grocery stores
Surrounded by conservation land and trails
Easy access to Route 2 and I-495

Lease Details:
$2,500/month + utilities
Tenant pays gas (heat) and electricity
Water, sewer included
One-year lease with option to renew
No smoking
Small pets (cat or dog) are negotiable

We are looking for 2 professionals max, seeking a private, stylish home with convenient commuter access.

If you're interested, please contact us for a tour

No smoking
Small pets negotiable
21 Central St, Acton, MA 01720 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,500 sqft apartment. It last sold for $694,000 on Mar 4, 2005 (27,660% above the $2,500 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in October 2025 with an asking price of $2,550 per month. That rental listing was removed on November 5, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,118,400, with a rent estimate of $2,780/month.

Home Details for 21 Central St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: BaseboardHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherRefrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Tile

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached Off Street, On Site

Comparable Sales for 21 Central St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
19 Railroad St #E1, Acton, MA
0.17
Apartment
$400,000
10/31/25
2
2
952 sqft
187 Great Rd #B10, Acton, MA
2.71
Apartment
$260,000
11/21/25
2
1
784 sqft
368 Great Rd #3, Acton, MA
3.56
Apartment
$250,000
01/06/26
1
1
770 sqft
428 Great Rd #13, Acton, MA
3.73
Apartment
$206,000
08/21/26
2
1
600 sqft
10 Northwood Dr #202, Sudbury, MA
4.56
Apartment
$750,000
12/05/25
2
2
2,013 sqft
36 Leonard Rd, Boxboro, MA
4.27
Apartment
$218,000
07/01/26
1
1
656 sqft
53 Swanson Ct #36C, Boxboro, MA
4.82
Apartment
$189,000
02/05/26
2
1
830 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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What Locals Say about Acton

At least 97 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say car is needed

  • 90 % Say parking is easy

  • 85 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 85 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 82 % Say kids play outside

  • 81 % Say there's wildlife

  • 73 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 69 % Say it's quiet

  • 66 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 64 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 64 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 49 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 47 % Say there are community events

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 38 % Say streets are well-lit

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  • Varun A.
    "most dog owners are friendly and they talk about their dogs. I also see groups of people each with their dogs."
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  • Trulia User
    "It went from a farmer's / blue collar town in the 80s to a wannabe Concord / yuppie town. sonce there are so many garden-style apartments it will always be a mix of upper middle-class and regular-income people. Excellent schools and well maintained, but the yuppies can be an annoying presence."
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  • Gustavo A.
    "I lived here for 10 years and I really like the school systems and how we can disconnect from the city and have some peace. "
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  • Mary
    "This town is great! Lots of sidewalks, a few parks, access to the commuter rail to get in and out of Boston. Close to historical locations that are good places for a day off, tons of space to walk around, and good educations!"
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  • Valerie F.
    "Nothing bad. It’s great here with dogs. Everyone is pretty much dog friendly. Acton is a great town for children and pets. "
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  • Ashutosh M.
    "Nice. Neighborhood. Lot of family with Kids. Makes it ideal for families with kids from 4 to 18 years of age"
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  • Ashutosh M.
    "Good fun area and good school district. Has public gardens and play areas. Trader Joe for groceries, good small restaurants. Good overall town"
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  • Dagreeny1
    "We have lived in this neighborhood for the past two year and really enjoy the development. It has a very nice pool, gym and community center. It also has sidewalks, a bike trail and hiking trails very close by. You can walk to a Mexican restaurant and a grocery store."
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  • Valerie F.
    "Expensive but I love the town. it has everything to offer. very safe and amazing school system. Clean, roads are well maintained and there's Trader Joe's in town, Starbucks and a handful of grocery stores including Talbots, Loft and Staples. lts great for biking and has a rail trail. "
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  • Victor G.
    "There are many families here and great schools. It may be a little quiet and boring as kids approach teenage years."
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  • Ash D. G.
    "It’s very dog friendly with trails and parks and many dog owners around. Many stores have water bowls outside of them."
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  • Am4585b
    "It is a great town, but it is very quiet and requires a car. Some growth in places to go. the kind of town where the cows outnumber the people."
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  • Am4585b
    "great access to route 2. commuting south to the mass pike and east to boston works great. beyond that is a long commute."
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  • Christopher J.
    "This is Acton. If you have children, it is one of the best towns you could possibly live in. For a middle to upper middle class family, the suburban American Dream is found in Acton. "
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  • Andy a. a.
    "i enjoy living in Acton because it is quiet and friendly and close to shops and restaurants....good school system too. "
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  • Ashutosh M.
    "Awesome community to live in. Living here since 4 years now. Housing prices are up almost 40% since then. "
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  • jimod2000
    "We raised our three kids here in Indian Village, a neighborhood in Acton. Nice place to live and a safe place to raise a family. We have great schools; check out the reports in major publication. It is a sports town with a full sports program throughout the school system."
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  • Jack B.
    "Conveniently located between 128 and 495, with super-easy public transportation that brings you right to both Cambridge and Boston, Acton is ideal for couples and families. It's an upscale community with recreational opportunities galore, as well as fine restaurants and shopping at not one but three shopping malls within a 25-minute drive. Money Magazine rated Acton #16 among the best small towns nationally. Housing prices are only a little more than the median for the metro Boston area, but considering the ample space, easy commute, and low crime, Acton is still a bargain by Massachusetts standards."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 5, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,500
Nov 5, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,500
Price increased by 2%
Oct 28, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,450
Price decreased by 2%
Oct 21, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,500
Price decreased by 2%
Oct 3, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,550

Frequently asked questions about 21 Central St

  • What is 21 Central St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 21 Central St in Acton, MA is $1,118,400.
  • What is the price history for 21 Central St?
    21 Central St in Acton, MA last sold for $694,000 in March 2005.
  • Is Acton a buyer's or seller's market?
    Acton is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Acton?
    The median sale price in Acton is $832K. That is up $78.75K from the prior month.
  • Does 21 Central St have parking?
    Yes, 21 Central St in Acton, MA has on-site parking.

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