Active
526 Days on market
491 Main Street Acton — Photo 1 of 41
Recent Drop: $350,000
$2,035,000$1,685,000
$1,685,000
491 Main Street, Acton, MA 01720
Acton, MA 01720
Beds
4
Baths
4.5
SqFt
5,012
Style
Single Family
Built
1806
This SPECTACULAR NEW ENGLAND RESIDENCE has been RENOVATED TO PERFECTION! Boasting OVER 5,000 S.F. OF CURATED LIVING SPACE, this home offers LUXURY LIVING IN THE HEART OF ACTON CENTER! Situated far back from the main road with ample parking & a 3-CAR ATTACHED GARAGE! The grand 1ST FLOOR & drenched in natural light. THIS DESIGNER MASTERPIECE IS A TRUE FAMILY HOME & features wood floors, recessed lights, built-ins & bookcases throughout! A perfect & stylish family room offers glass doors that lead to the backyard & patio. The kitchen is elegant, offering a casual dining area, island & SS WOLF APPLIANCES! This beautiful area also offers a galley office with built-in storage, DESK & WET-BAR! Original house stuns with large windows & wide pine floors! A home gym addition was created by the current owners. The 2nd floor offers 3 bedrooms plus a LUXURIOUS PRIMARY SUITE with ensuite bath & SAUNA! Large recreation area above the garage! Close to MEMORIAL LIBRARY & ACTON ARBORETUM! ONE-OF-A-KIND!
Immersive Experience
Market Value Analysis
This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →This Property$336/sqft
Local Avg (Acton)$402/sqft
16% BelowMarket Average
* Analysis is based on 23 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Acton, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Original Price$2,035,000
Annual Taxes$22,112.67
Parking
Garage3
Off-Street11
Interior Specifications
Total Rooms11
Fireplaces7
FlooringWood, Tile, Pine, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
BasementFull, Unfinished
Climate & Utilities
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace
CoolingCentral Air, Ductless
WaterPublic
SewerPrivate Sewer
Building & Exterior
ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle
FoundationBlock, Stone
ZoningR
Property & Lot
Acres0.5
SqFt Lot21,780
Lot Features--
Amenities & Appliances
Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Refrigerator
Neighborhood
Walk/Jog Trails
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Second
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bathroom 2Bathroom 3
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenOfficeFamily RoomBathroom 1
Living Room
Lvl First19 x 14
Flooring - Wood
Dining Room
Lvl First14 x 13
Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Lighting - Pendant
Kitchen
Lvl First18 x 13
Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
Office
Lvl First9 x 8
Fireplace, Flooring - Wood
Family Room
Lvl First24 x 17
Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Master Bedroom
Lvl Second19 x 16
Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
Bedroom 2
Lvl Second19 x 13
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second22 x 14
Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant
Bathroom 1
Lvl First7 x 3
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Pedestal Sink
Bathroom 2
Lvl Second9 x 5
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce
Bathroom 3
Lvl Second9 x 7
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce
Property History
Price Drop
$1,685,000
Was $2,035,000
Apr 27, 2026
MLS® 73344415
Listed
$2,035,000
Mar 12, 2025
MLS® 73344415
Population
23,526
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$159K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
25.8%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Middlesex County
2,667 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-2% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,709 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)
ADU Potential
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 5,012 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 21,780 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Provided By
Listing Agent: The Zur Attias Team
Listing Office: The Attias Group, LLC
MLS® Number: 73344415
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