24 Forest Rd
Acton, MA 01720
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,091 sqft (on 0.87 acres)
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,091 sqft
(on 0.87 acres)
We estimate this home will sell faster than 96% nearby.
Local Information
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Description
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.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 96% nearby.
Home Highlights
Parking
6 Open Spaces
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$494
Listed
7 days ago
Home Details for 24 Forest Rd
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Interior Details Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Concrete,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 1, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1091 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: for Gas Range, Washer HookupAppliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range HoodDishwasherDryerLaundry: Washer Hookup,In BasementRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air,OilHas CoolingAir Conditioning: DuctlessHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Dining Room, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), ScreensDoor: Storm Door(s)Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Accessibility: NoFloors: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: ShingleExterior: Rain Gutters, Screens, GardenFoundation: BlockGarden |
Parking & Garage Open Parking Spaces: 6No GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 6Parking: Paved Drive,Off Street,Driveway,Paved |
Frontage Road Frontage: PublicResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Private Sewer |
Farm & Range Frontage Length: 150.00 |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 1091 |
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Days on Market: 7 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1937 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch |
Building Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty |
Property Information Parcel Number: M:00G4 B:0051 L:0000, 311815 |
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Price List Price: $539,000Price Per Sqft: $494 |
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MLS Status: Active |
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Direction & Address City: Acton |
School Information Elementary School: TbdJr High / Middle School: AbrjhsHigh School: Abrhs |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 73536987 |
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Building Area Building Area: 1091 Square Feet |
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Community Features: Shopping, Highway Access, Public School, T-StationNot Senior Community |
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No HOA |
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Lot Area: 0.87 acres |
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BasementMls Number: 73536987Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1091 |
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ShoppingHighway AccessPublic SchoolT-Station |
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Joan Meyer, (978) 621-0356
Barrett Sotheby's International Realty, (978) 263-1166
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73536987
Also Listed on MLS PIN.
Market trends in Acton
Last updated May 2026
Avg. sale price
$595K
$52.08KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.1%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$374
$20MoM
Available listings
81
14MoM
Price History for 24 Forest Rd
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 06/16/2026 | $539,000 | Listed For Sale | MLS PIN #73536987 |
| 11/30/2015 | $349,900 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 08/14/2015 | $349,900 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 01/15/2014 | $388,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 11/14/2013 | $388,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $8,330 |
| Assessment | $485,700 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 24 Forest Rd
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.25 | Single-Family Home | $675,000 | 05/27/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,502 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $1,160,000 | 06/11/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,822 | |
0.42 | Single-Family Home | $695,000 | 10/01/25 | 4 | 1.5 | 1,918 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $1,211,000 | 03/31/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,795 | |
1.09 | Single-Family Home | $700,000 | 06/17/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,199 | |
0.19 | Single-Family Home | $270,000 | 05/29/26 | 4 | 3 | 3,006 | |
0.54 | Single-Family Home | $760,000 | 11/04/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,675 | |
0.44 | Single-Family Home | $1,040,000 | 06/16/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,143 | |
0.45 | Single-Family Home | $780,000 | 06/15/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,456 | |
0.61 | Single-Family Home | $650,000 | 09/17/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,242 |
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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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Joan Meyer, Barrett Sotheby's International Realty, (978) 263-1166
Agent Phone: (978) 621-0356
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24 Forest Rd, Acton, MA 01720 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,091 sqft single-family home built in 1937. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MLS PIN on Jun 16, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 73536987.

