OFF MARKET

Off Market May 2024 for $1.1M

$1,097,559

•

2,102

sq ft

4 Thoreau Rd, Acton, MA 01720

About this home

Picture perfect Colonial home with exquisite interior designer features + modern updates. This sun drenched gem is sited on a meticulously landscaped 1/2 acre lot in the quiet, walkable, highly desirable Robbins Park neighborhood. Be wowed by the spacious, custom white kitchen with glass tiled backsplash, abundant cabinetry, copper sink, granite countertops, SS appliances, complete with island + seating! Additionally on the 1st floor is the LR with fireplace + stained glass shutters, DR which flows into the bright + inviting FR featuring 3 walls of windows overlooking the serene, private backyard, + 1/2 bath. Upstairs discover the Primary Suite w/ beautifully appointed spa like bath with natural stone + oversized glass enclosed shower. 3 additional generous sized bedrooms. 2nd floor laundry room! Bring your decorating ideas to the unfinished lower level! Seamless indoor-outdoor living. Grilling + entertaining on the patio awaits you. A short walk to the neighborhood pool. Welcome home

Single-familyProperty Type

1958Year Built

0.46 acresLot Size

$522Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Deborah C. Smith • Compass

Bought with Maurer Widell Team • Barrett Sotheby's International Realty

Redfin checked: a few seconds ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73227549

Redfin Estimate

$1,097,559

$2,441 since sold in May 2024$13K since August

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This home's estimate is 12.1% higher than the average sale price ($979K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 15, 2026
$900,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,226 sq ft
95 Concord Rd, Acton, MA 01720
SOLD JUN 16, 2026
$1,040,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,143 sq ft
3 Hawthorne St, Acton, MA 01720
BOUGHT WITH REDFIN JUN 15, 2026
$780,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,456 sq ft
76 Alcott St, Acton, MA 01720
SOLD JUL 2, 2026
$925,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,066 sq ft
9 Deacon Hunt Dr, Acton, MA 01720
SOLD JAN 8, 2026
$1,250,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,260 sq ft
10 Wright Rd, Concord, MA 01742

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Market trends in 01720, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

103.2%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$917K

$65K MoM

Avg. days on market

20d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

105

17 MoM

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18 Hartland Way #18, Acton, MA 01720
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Unknown
4 beds4 baths4,000 sq ft
Acton, MA 01720
$424,900
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140 Butternut Holw #140, Acton, MA 01718
LISTED BY REDFIN
$1,069,000
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Redfin agents who toured

Lovely neighborhood! Tree lined street with great curb appeal. Wonderful family home that could use updating in the kitchen and baths. Excellent closet space.
14 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Nancy McLaughlin
Redfin Premier agent

Sale history for 4 Thoreau Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73227549

May 30, 2024

Sold

$1,100,000

$523/sq ft

Apr 30, 2024

Contingent

—

Apr 23, 2024

Listed

$925,000

$440/sq ft

MLS PIN #72124516

May 10, 2017

Sold

$660,000

$314/sq ft

Mar 6, 2017

Pending

—

Mar 1, 2017

Listed

$645,000

$307/sq ft

+25

Sundrenched and airy situated up on a lovely landscaped 1/2 acre lot in a quiet walkable family neighborhood, this spectacular 4 bedroom colonial boasts a bright open floor plan. It is accentuated by a custom kitchen with glass tiled backsplash and granite counters that offer seating for casual dining. From the kitchen, the open dining room flows right into the warm and inviting family room which features 3 walls of windows overlooking the serene, private backyard. Enjoy outdoor grilling and entertaining on the patio. Unwind upstairs in your spacious Master Suite with its beautifully appointed spa like bathroom that features natural stone and oversized glass enclosed shower. Not to be missed are the other 3 bedrooms with generous closets and 2nd floor laundry. Just a short walk to the neighborhood pool. Welcome home, and start creating your family's lasting memories! Acton boasts one of the top school districts in the state, easy access to Rt. 2 and 495 or jump on the Commuter Rail.

MLS PIN #71363544

Jun 21, 2012

Sold

$460,000

$219/sq ft

Apr 24, 2012

Contingent

—

Apr 12, 2012

Price Changed

$460,000

$219/sq ft

Apr 9, 2012

Listed

$499,000

$237/sq ft

+17

Enjoy the private setting that surrounds you with this well maintained 3 to 4 bedroom colonial in Robbins Park. Sunshine envelopes the living space. There is plenty of room including a four season porch, an upstairs family room with full bath and three additional bedrooms on the second floor. Take pleasure in the hardwood floors(except the fam rm and porch) that have never been walked on, covered by carpeting in all rooms. Additionally, there is a short walk to the neighborhood pool. Many update

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$15,360 (+8.5%)

$341,000 + $554,600

$895,600

2024

$14,159 (+1.7%)

$341,000 + $508,400

$849,400

2023

$13,916 (+5.6%)

$309,900 + $482,600

$792,500

2022

$13,181 (+2.4%)

$269,500 + $408,200

$677,700

2021

$12,874 (+6.0%)

$249,500 + $386,900

$636,400

2020

$12,142 (+5.6%)

$249,500 + $381,600

$631,100

2019

$11,496 (+1.8%)

$249,500 + $344,000

$593,500

2018

$11,297 (+2.5%)

$249,500 + $333,400

$582,900

2017

$11,019 (+14.8%)

$249,500 + $328,600

$578,100

2016

$9,600 (+2.0%)

$249,500 + $249,700

$499,200

2015

$9,415 (+2.9%)

$249,500 + $244,700

$494,200

2014

$9,151 (+1.8%)

$249,500 + $221,000

$470,500

2013

$8,987 (+3.9%)

$249,500 + $221,000

$470,500

2012

$8,648 (+1.2%)

$249,500 + $216,700

$466,200

2011

$8,543 (+3.2%)

$249,500 + $223,000

$472,500

2010

$8,279 (+3.8%)

$249,500 + $234,100

$483,600

2009

$7,974

$249,500 + $232,900

$482,400

Tax history for 4 Thoreau Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$15,360 (+8.5%)

$341,000 + $554,600

$895,600

2024

$14,159 (+1.7%)

$341,000 + $508,400

$849,400

2023

$13,916 (+5.6%)

$309,900 + $482,600

$792,500

2022

$13,181 (+2.4%)

$269,500 + $408,200

$677,700

2021

$12,874 (+6.0%)

$249,500 + $386,900

$636,400

2020

$12,142 (+5.6%)

$249,500 + $381,600

$631,100

2019

$11,496 (+1.8%)

$249,500 + $344,000

$593,500

2018

$11,297 (+2.5%)

$249,500 + $333,400

$582,900

2017

$11,019 (+14.8%)

$249,500 + $328,600

$578,100

2016

$9,600 (+2.0%)

$249,500 + $249,700

$499,200

2015

$9,415 (+2.9%)

$249,500 + $244,700

$494,200

2014

$9,151 (+1.8%)

$249,500 + $221,000

$470,500

2013

$8,987 (+3.9%)

$249,500 + $221,000

$470,500

2012

$8,648 (+1.2%)

$249,500 + $216,700

$466,200

2011

$8,543 (+3.2%)

$249,500 + $223,000

$472,500

2010

$8,279 (+3.8%)

$249,500 + $234,100

$483,600

2009

$7,974

$249,500 + $232,900

$482,400

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.46 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,102

Year built

1958

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

311926

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.

Mar 2, 2026 • Final

Building permit (residential)

Remodel the basement to create a play room and an office.

Remodel

Nov 6, 2025 • Final

Building permit (residential)

Perform weatherization, insulation, and air sealing work.

Remodel

Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 255
Length: 17
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 25
Length: 5
Width: 5
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pedestal Sink

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 54
Length: 9
Width: 6
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 63
Length: 9
Width: 7
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 276
Length: 23
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Family Room Information
Area: 195
Length: 15
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Skylight,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Exterior Access,Slider

Dining Room Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access

Kitchen Information
Area: 195
Length: 15
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 9X8
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Sink, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,102
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Color: Tan

Exterior Features
Fencing: Invisible
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Invisible Fence

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.46
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,159
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Ductless
Cooling: Central Air, Ductless

Location

Location Information
Directions: Hosmer to Longfellow, right onto Alcott, left onto Thoreau.
UnparsedAddress: 4 Thoreau Rd, Acton MA 01720

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,102
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 311926

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Luther Conant School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.6mi

9/10

Raymond J Grey Junior High School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi

10/10

Acton-Boxborough Regional High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi

9/10

Provided by GreatSchools

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, 15 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

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

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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

$1.04M – $1.26M

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Home values near 4 Thoreau Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
8 Thoreau Road, Acton, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1843 Sq. Ft.	$856,411
3 Thoreau Road, Acton, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1918 Sq. Ft.	$904,508

Address	Redfin Estimate
5 Thoreau Road, Acton, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2404 Sq. Ft.	$957,491
2 Thoreau Road, Acton, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2918 Sq. Ft.	$1,005,890

Address	Redfin Estimate
6 Thoreau Road, Acton, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2302 Sq. Ft.	$962,267
5 Thoreau Road, Acton, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2404 Sq. Ft.	$948,450

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