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491 Main Street Acton — Photo 1 of 41

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)$396/sqft
15% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 18 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 First

19 x 14

Flooring - Wood

Dining Room
Lvl First

14 x 13

Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Lighting - Pendant

Kitchen
Lvl First

18 x 13

Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting

Office
Lvl First

9 x 8

Fireplace, Flooring - Wood

Family Room
Lvl First

24 x 17

Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting

Master Bedroom
Lvl Second

19 x 16

Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting

Bedroom 2
Lvl Second

19 x 13

Bedroom 3
Lvl Second

22 x 14

Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant

Bathroom 1
Lvl First

7 x 3

Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Pedestal Sink

Bathroom 2
Lvl Second

9 x 5

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce

Bathroom 3
Lvl Second

9 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.

Full Acton, MA market report ZIP 01720 market data
Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: The Zur Attias Team

Listing Office: The Attias Group, LLC

MLS® Number: 73344415

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