3 Thoreau Rd
Acton, MA 01720
- 4 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,918 sqft (on 0.78 acres)
4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,918 sqft
(on 0.78 acres)
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1959
Lot Size
0.78 acres
Living Area
1,918 sqft
Price/Sqft
$372
Parking
2 Car Garage
About this House
Sun-drenched classic Jenks built center-entrance Colonial set on an oversized corner lot in the sought-after Robbins Park neighborhood. This classic home features major updates since 2019, including a new roof, second-floor central air, concrete driveway, and a leveled backyard—perfect for outdoor entertaining or future expansion. Improvements include many replaced windows and a four-bedroom septic system. The spacious layout offers timeless potential—bring your vision to elevate the kitchen and baths into your dream space. Just steps from the beloved neighborhood pool and nestled within the top-ranked Acton-Boxborough school district, this is an exceptional opportunity to customize and enjoy one of the area’s most desirable communities. This location is minutes from the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail, Shopping and Restaurants on Route 2A, and the revitalized W. Concord Village and MBTA Commuter Rail Station.
3 Thoreau Rd, Acton, MA 01720 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,918 sqft single-family home built in 1959. It last sold for $695,000 on Oct 1, 2025 (7% below the $750,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $714,300, with a rent estimate of $4,240/month.
Home Details for 3 Thoreau Rd
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Interior Details Basement: Full,BulkheadNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1918 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric DryerAppliances: Tankless Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, RefrigeratorDishwasherLaundry: In Basement,Electric Dryer HookupRefrigerator |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Baseboard,OilHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Family RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa |
Gas & Electric Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Insulated WindowsFlooring: Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Vinyl, Flooring - Hardwood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring Vinyl, Flooring Hardwood |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: ShingleExterior: Rain GuttersFoundation: Concrete Perimeter |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 6No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 8Parking: Attached,Storage,Paved Drive,Off Street,Driveway |
Frontage Road Frontage: PublicRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Private Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 1918 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1959 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial |
Building Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty |
Property Information Not Included in Sale: Washer And Dryer, Sauna And Freezer In BasementParcel Number: M:00G4 B:0146 L:0000, 311924 |
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Price List Price: $750,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Thu Sep 04 2025 |
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MLS Status: Sold |
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Direction & Address City: ActonCommunity: Robbins Park |
School Information Elementary School: ChoiceJr High / Middle School: Rj GreyHigh School: Abrhs |
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Building Area Building Area: 1918 Square Feet |
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Community Features: Pool, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public SchoolNot Senior Community |
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No HOA |
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Lot Area: 0.78 acres |
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Contingencies: Pending P&S |
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Energy Efficiency Features: Thermostat |
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BasementMls Number: 73414270Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1918 |
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PoolWalk/Jog TrailsBike PathHighway AccessPublic School |
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by The Tom and Joanne Team, (781) 795-0502
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, (617) 426-6900
Bought with: Heather Murphy & Team, (978) 413-2284, Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest, (978) 369-5775
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73414270
Price History for 3 Thoreau Rd
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 10/01/2025 | $695,000 | Sold | MLS PIN #73414270 |
| 08/24/2025 | $750,000 | Contingent | MLS PIN #73414270 |
| 08/06/2025 | $750,000 | Listed For Sale | MLS PIN #73414270 |
| 03/29/2019 | $500,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 03/01/2019 | $499,000 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 02/26/2019 | $499,000 | PendingToActive | Agent Provided |
| 02/26/2019 | $499,000 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 02/11/2019 | $499,000 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 02/08/2019 | $499,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
Market trends in Acton
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
$753K
$158KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.1%
Price per sq ft
$377
$3MoM
Available listings
78
3MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $12,255 |
| Assessment | $714,600 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 3 Thoreau Rd
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.07 | Single-Family Home | $901,000 | 11/18/25 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,480 | |
0.05 | Single-Family Home | $1,040,000 | 06/16/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,143 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $675,000 | 05/27/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,502 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $780,000 | 06/15/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,456 | |
0.14 | Single-Family Home | $760,000 | 11/04/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,675 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | $900,000 | 04/15/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,226 | |
0.24 | Single-Family Home | $1,160,000 | 06/11/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,822 | |
0.42 | Single-Family Home | $910,000 | 06/24/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,460 | |
0.16 | Single-Family Home | $950,000 | 08/28/25 | 4 | 3.5 | 3,014 |
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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
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Frequently asked questions about 3 Thoreau Rd
- What is 3 Thoreau Rd estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 3 Thoreau Rd in Acton, MA is $714,300.
- What is the price history for 3 Thoreau Rd?3 Thoreau Rd in Acton, MA last sold for $695,000 in October 2025.
- 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 $753K. That is up $158K from the prior month.
- Does 3 Thoreau Rd have air conditioning?Yes, 3 Thoreau Rd in Acton, MA has air conditioning.
- Does 3 Thoreau Rd have a pool?Yes, 3 Thoreau Rd in Acton, MA has a pool.
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