86 School Street, Acton, MA 01720
$399,000 - South Acton
"As Is" Sale. Nestled at 86 School Street, Acton, MA, this single-family residence presents a unique opportunity to own a piece of history, blending timeless charm with the promise of modern living.Step back in time with this one-of-a-kind historic home, originally built in 1825 and filled with timeless character and old-world charm. Once an old schoolhouse, this 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence offers a rare blend of history, privacy, and potential all in a prime Acton location close to the commuter rail, shops, and local amenities.Set back from the road on a spacious lot surrounded by mature trees, the property provides a serene setting while still being conveniently close to everything. Inside, you’ll find beautiful period details, original pine hardwood floors, and a welcoming fireplace that anchors the main living space and the layout offers ample opportunity to reimagine and modernize the home with today’s comforts while preserving its distinctive character.
— MLSPIN #: 73448239| List Price: | $399,000 |
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| Status: | New |
| MLS ID: | 73448239 |
| Town: | Acton |
| Neighborhood: | South Acton |
| County: | Middlesex |
| Subdivision: | South Acton |
| Zip: | 01720 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Sub Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Bedrooms: | 4 |
| Full Baths: | 1 |
| Half Baths: | 1 |
| Living Area: | 1,984 sqft |
| Acres: | 0.41 |
| Taxes: | 9,762 |
| Appliances: | Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator |
| Cooling: | None |
| Flooring: | Wood, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Other |
| Heating: | Central, Hot Water, Oil |
| Lot Features: | Corner Lot, Wooded |
| Parking Features: | Off Street, Unpaved |
| Status: | Active |
| Water Source: | Public |
| Year Built: | 1825 |
| Roof: | Shingle |
| Directions: | Main Street to School Street to 86 School Street |
| Laundry Features: | Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup |
| Foundation Details: | Stone |
| Electric: | Circuit Breakers |
| Construction Materials: | Frame |
| Fireplace Features: | Living Room |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2025-10-27 |
| Fireplace?: | Yes |
| Heating?: | Yes |
| Lot Size Area: | 0.41 |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 17,860 |
| Fireplaces Total: | 1 |
| Rooms Total: | 7 |
| Architectural Style: | Cape |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 2 |
| Basement: | true |
| Basement: | Partial, Crawl Space, Interior Entry, Dirt Floor |
| Building Area Source: | Public Records |
| Building Area Total: | 1,984 |
| Community Features: | Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks |
| Exterior Features: | Porch, Porch - Screened, Storage |
| Living Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Units: | Acres |
| Open Parking?: | Yes |
| Parcel Number: | 312795 |
| Patio And Porch Features: | Porch, Screened |
| Road Frontage Type: | Public |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Utilities: | for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup |
| Zoning: | 01 |
| Elementary School: | Choice Of 6 |
| High School: | Abrhs |
| Middle Or Junior School: | Rj Grey |
| Year Built Source: | Public Records |
| Disclosures: | Some public records indicate school house was built in 1797, other town records indicate home was built in 1825. |
| Farm Land Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Color: | White |
| Disclosure: | Yes |
| Dpr Flag: | Yes |
| Heat Zones: | 1 |
| Lead Paint: | Unknown |
| Listing Alert: | No |
| List Price Per Sqft: | $201.11 |
| Page: | 222 |
| Price Per Sqft: | $201.11 |
| Square Feet Incl Base: | No |
| Original List Price: | $399,000 |
| Parking Total: | 6 |
| Road Responsibility: | Public Maintained Road |
| Room Bedroom2 Features: | Flooring - Wood |
| Room Bedroom2 Level: | Second |
| Room Bedroom3 Features: | Flooring - Wood |
| Room Bedroom3 Level: | Second |
| Room Bedroom4 Features: | Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet |
| Room Bedroom4 Level: | First |
| Room Dining Room Features: | Flooring - Wood |
| Room Dining Room Level: | First |
| Room Family Room Features: | Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Exterior Access |
| Room Family Room Level: | First |
| Room Kitchen Features: | Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Vinyl |
| Room Kitchen Level: | First |
| Room Living Room Features: | Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting |
| Room Living Room Level: | First |
| Room Master Bedroom Features: | Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood |
| Room Master Bedroom Level: | Second |
| Tax Assessed Value: | $569,200 |
| Tax Year: | 2025 |
| Year Built Details: | Actual |
| Waterview Flag: | No |
| Above Grade Finished Area: | 1,984 |
| Living Area Source: | Public Record |
Listing Courtesy of: Barrett Sotheby's International Realty
Listing Agent: Jennifer Jones
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