A resort-like setting is home to this hidden, mid-century gem in Acton. Vacation at home in lush, private setting featuring large flat backyard, gunite pool, and specimen gardens. Entertain on multi-level stone patios, serve guests from outdoor bar w/built-in gas grill, and dine under a wisteria-covered pergola. Inside, renovated kitchen has marble counters and stainless steel appliances, featuring Dacor range and induction cooktop. Sunlit eating area and great room w/cathedral ceiling flow into family room, graceful dining room w/fireplace, and sunroom w/another cathedral ceiling. If you like space and light, this is it. Beyond, you’ll find 6 bedrooms w/wood floors, including hide-away master suite w/bathroom and loft. Expansive, lower level w/office, craft room, kitchenette, and recreation room. Live worry free w/town water/sewer plus solar to pay the bills. Close to W.Concord & commuting routes - good because that backyard retreat is calling...
This home has it all and would be perfect for multi-generational families! Beautifully sited on a private level 3/4 acre. Amazing landscaping makes you feel like you are in your own retreat. A sunken patio, & a wisteria covered patio, stone in ground pool, custom built in grill, and absolutely stunning plantings, make this one of a kind. Open and airy, the floor plan is perfect for entertaining. The flexible living space was designed to have the space divided between the general living and sleeping areas. Six bedrooms provide plenty of space for guests-or to use as an office or den. Master suite on first floor, and another suite with loft on second floor. Lower Level has office, plus bonus room, a kitchenette, half bath, large laundry room, and game room with slider to patio. The sun room, multitude of windows, and skylights throughout, bring the sunshine into this home. This location gives you easy access to Rt.2 and all that the Acton community has to offer!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,416 (+7.2%)
$282,700 + $849,400
$1,132,100
2024
$18,114 (+0.8%)
$282,700 + $803,900
$1,086,600
2023
$17,974 (+8.3%)
$256,900 + $766,700
$1,023,600
2022
$16,591 (+9.6%)
$223,500 + $629,500
$853,000
2021
$15,136 (+5.1%)
$206,700 + $541,500
$748,200
2020
$14,395 (−4.0%)
$206,700 + $541,500
$748,200
2019
$14,987 (+7.3%)
$206,700 + $567,000
$773,700
2018
$13,971 (+4.2%)
$206,700 + $514,200
$720,900
2017
$13,405 (+7.2%)
$206,700 + $496,600
$703,300
2016
$12,509 (+23.0%)
$206,700 + $443,800
$650,500
2015
$10,169 (+3.3%)
$206,700 + $327,100
$533,800
2014
$9,842 (−7.6%)
$206,700 + $299,300
$506,000
2013
$10,656 (+5.1%)
$206,700 + $351,200
$557,900
2012
$10,139 (+2.6%)
$206,700 + $339,900
$546,600
2011
$9,883 (+4.9%)
$206,700 + $339,900
$546,600
2010
$9,425 (+0.2%)
$206,700 + $343,800
$550,500
2009
$9,407
$206,700 + $362,400
$569,100
Tax history for 12 Independence Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,416 (+7.2%)
$282,700 + $849,400
$1,132,100
2024
$18,114 (+0.8%)
$282,700 + $803,900
$1,086,600
2023
$17,974 (+8.3%)
$256,900 + $766,700
$1,023,600
2022
$16,591 (+9.6%)
$223,500 + $629,500
$853,000
2021
$15,136 (+5.1%)
$206,700 + $541,500
$748,200
2020
$14,395 (−4.0%)
$206,700 + $541,500
$748,200
2019
$14,987 (+7.3%)
$206,700 + $567,000
$773,700
2018
$13,971 (+4.2%)
$206,700 + $514,200
$720,900
2017
$13,405 (+7.2%)
$206,700 + $496,600
$703,300
2016
$12,509 (+23.0%)
$206,700 + $443,800
$650,500
2015
$10,169 (+3.3%)
$206,700 + $327,100
$533,800
2014
$9,842 (−7.6%)
$206,700 + $299,300
$506,000
2013
$10,656 (+5.1%)
$206,700 + $351,200
$557,900
2012
$10,139 (+2.6%)
$206,700 + $339,900
$546,600
2011
$9,883 (+4.9%)
$206,700 + $339,900
$546,600
2010
$9,425 (+0.2%)
$206,700 + $343,800
$550,500
2009
$9,407
$206,700 + $362,400
$569,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
6
Baths
3.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.77 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,718
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
313662
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Carport
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Carport, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 280
Length: 20
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 280
Length: 20
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 110
Length: 11
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 176
Length: 16
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 234
Length: 18
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub
Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 40
Length: 8
Width: 5
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Bedroom, Bathroom, Game Room, Office, Play Room, Kitchen
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,718
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Color: Grey
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Pool - Inground, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: In Ground
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Generation: Solar
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.77
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,971
Tax Year: 2018
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Electric
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Parker Street to Independence Road
UnparsedAddress: 12 Independence Rd, Acton MA 01720
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,718
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.77 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 313662
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 6
Listing Information
Exclusions: Selected Plantings
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Luther Conant School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.7mi
9/10
Raymond J Grey Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
10/10
Acton-Boxborough Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Acton, MA • 01720
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$1.12M – $1.35M
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