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3 Wayside Ln Acton — Photo 1 of 41

3 Wayside Ln Acton — Photo 1 of 41

$850,000

3 Wayside Ln, Acton, MA 01720

Acton, MA 01720

Beds

4

Baths

2.5

SqFt

2,582

Style

Single Family

Built

1977

Classic Acton Colonial set on a beautiful, private lot at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. This spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and opportunity. Freshly painted throughout, it features a welcoming living room with hardwood floors and a generous family room with a fireplace, mini-split, and new carpeting. A charming four-season room provides the perfect place to relax and enjoy the peaceful setting. The original kitchen is ready for your vision and thoughtfully priced to give the next owner the opportunity to create the kitchen they’ve always wanted while building instant equity. Dining room with additional mini-split, first-floor laundry, and separate half bath. Four spacious bedrooms, each with mini-split cooling, include a private primary suite with an en suite bath. Bonus unfinished attic storage over the garage and an unfinished walk-out lower level offer even more potential. Improvements include a 2019 Weil-McLain boiler, updated electrical panel, new front walkway and steps, Hardie board exterior, replacement windows, and a young roof. Two-car garage. Enjoy the privacy and expansive grounds while being conveniently located near West Acton, top-rated AB schools, and just 1.5 miles to the South Acton train station. A wonderful opportunity to own in a sought-after neighborhood and create a home truly your own!

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Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$329/sqft
Local Avg (Acton)$394/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$850,000
Annual Taxes$14,336

Parking

Garage2
Off-Street8

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms8
Fireplaces1
FlooringWood, Tile, Vinyl, Stone / Slate
BasementFull, Walk-Out Access, Unfinished

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard, Oil
CoolingDuctless
WaterPublic
SewerPrivate Sewer

Building & Exterior

Construction--
Roof--
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
Zoningres

Property & Lot

Acres1
SqFt Lot43,560
Lot Features--

Amenities & Appliances

Range • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer

Neighborhood

Shopping • Bike Path • T-Station

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Second
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bedroom 4Bathroom 2Bathroom 3
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenFamily RoomBathroom 1
Living Room
Lvl First

Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room
Lvl First

Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen
Lvl First
Family Room
Lvl First

Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Master Bedroom
Lvl Second
Bedroom 2
Lvl Second
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second
Bedroom 4
Lvl Second
Bathroom 1
Lvl First

Bathroom - Half

Bathroom 2
Lvl Second

Bathroom - Full

Bathroom 3
Lvl Second

Bathroom - Full

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 2,582 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 43,560 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: Megan Tolland

Listing Office: Realty Executives Boston West

MLS® Number: 73574638

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