Enjoy a rare mix of privacy and tranquility in a welcoming neighborhood setting, in this updated Contemporary Colonial. There's room for everyone in this spacious home! The Living Room glows with natural light from oversized windows, while the step-down Family Room features a wood burning fireplace and 2 sets of French Doors to both the deck and screened porch. An Eat-in Kitchen, elegant Dining Room, Home Office with built-ins, oversized Mudroom with Laundry, Full Bathroom and gracious Front Foyer complete the 1st floor. Upstairs, 3 family bedrooms all have hardwood floors and generous closets, plus an updated family bath. You'll love the Primary Bedroom Suite, which features a spacious bathroom with a soaking tub and oversized shower, 2 Walk-in Closets, Cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors, and a separate space ideal for an office or hobby room. There is over 1600 sqft in the unfinished Lower Level, offering room for future expansion. Set on nearly an acre of lush, mature plantings and rolling lawn, this special home is made for outdoor play and gatherings, and the 3-Car Garage is a bonus! Located near the Historic Center of Acton, the Arboretum, Shopping/Dining, major Commuting Routes and Acton Public Schools, this quiet neighborhood enjoys a premier location in the desirable town of Acton.
Unfinished full basement with interior entry and bulkhead
Radon remediation system
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms, all on the second floor
Primary bedroom with a full bathroom, walk-in and cedar closets, ceiling fan, hardwood flooring, cathedral ceiling, and bay/bow/box window
Second bedroom with closet and hardwood flooring
Third and fourth bedrooms with walk-in closets and hardwood flooring
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
Second-floor primary bathroom
Second-floor bathroom with double vanity, tiled shower, soaking tub, stone counters, and tile flooring
Second-floor bathroom with double vanity, tub and shower, and tile flooring
First-floor bathroom with shower stall and tile flooring
Kitchen
Gas stove, oven, cooktop, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, and wine refrigerator
Kitchen island, breakfast bar, pantry, and dining area
Stone counters
Plumbed for an ice maker
Laundry & utility
First-floor laundry with washer and dryer hookups, laundry chute, and exterior access
Washer and dryer
Flooring
Hardwood and tile flooring
Heating & cooling
Central forced-air heating with natural gas
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Screened porch and wood deck
Professional landscaping
Sprinkler system
Rain gutters
Home design
Single-family residence
Parking
Attached side-entry garage with 3 spaces
8 open parking spaces
Paved driveway and off-street parking
Security
Security system
Construction
Frame construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Shingle roof
Renovated since construction
Utilities
Public water
Private sewer
200+ amp electrical service
Generator connection
Gas range, electric oven, and electric dryer hookups
HOA & community
Nearby public transportation, shopping, pool, tennis courts, parks, walking and jogging trails, golf, bike paths, conservation areas, medical facilities, and other community amenities
Electricity and solar
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EASY TO SHOW! This stunning 4000+ sq ft home features an open floor plan with large living spaces, expansive windows and is located on an acre on a private cul-de-sac! The first floor shines with an enormous living room, fresh dining room with built-ins, a kitchen updated in 2020 and a family room with french doors leading to both a deck and screened in porch. The main level also includes a private office, 1st floor laundry, and an accessible full bath. Upstairs find four bedrooms, including a master suite with 2 walk-in closets. New roof, new appliances, 2 new furnaces, new paint and new light fixtures all add up to maintenance free living. A DREAM HOME that must be seen! Immediate Availability. Check out the Video, too!
MLS PIN #71267252
Nov 18, 2011
Sold
$755,000
$189/sq ft
Oct 18, 2011
Contingent
—
Sep 16, 2011
Price Changed
$769,000
$192/sq ft
Aug 5, 2011
Price Changed
$789,000
$197/sq ft
Jul 27, 2011
Listed
$819,000
$205/sq ft
+25
Beautiful custom built Grand Cape with Contemporary flair offers 4,000 sq ft+ of living space on 1st & 2nd flrs! Open, well laid out floorplan is flooded w/natural light & offers hardwood flooring, decorative wood moldings & trim, fanciful windows, cathedral & tray ceilings, french doors, 3 full baths, gracious foyer, 3 car garage & 4 large bedrms including a master suite that is truly spectacular w/updated bath & hardwood flooring, double walk-in closets & sitting area. Close to Town Center!
MLS PIN #70464000
Jun 28, 2007
Sold
$810,000
$202/sq ft
Jun 19, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Apr 19, 2007
Listed
$850,000
$212/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,820 (+6.8%)
$387,000 + $827,000
$1,214,000
2024
$19,492 (−1.5%)
$387,000 + $782,300
$1,169,300
2023
$19,788 (+9.0%)
$351,600 + $775,300
$1,126,900
2022
$18,151 (+9.1%)
$305,700 + $627,500
$933,200
2021
$16,633 (+0.9%)
$283,400 + $538,800
$822,200
2020
$16,477 (−10.4%)
$283,400 + $573,000
$856,400
2019
$18,390 (+7.0%)
$283,400 + $666,000
$949,400
2018
$17,180 (+4.1%)
$283,400 + $603,100
$886,500
2017
$16,496 (+7.6%)
$283,400 + $582,100
$865,500
2016
$15,332 (−0.5%)
$283,400 + $513,900
$797,300
2015
$15,415 (+2.7%)
$283,400 + $525,800
$809,200
2014
$15,008 (+1.8%)
$283,400 + $488,200
$771,600
2013
$14,738 (+3.8%)
$283,400 + $488,200
$771,600
2012
$14,202 (+0.5%)
$293,500 + $472,100
$765,600
2011
$14,130 (+5.6%)
$304,100 + $477,400
$781,500
2010
$13,379 (+2.4%)
$304,100 + $477,400
$781,500
2009
$13,062
$283,400 + $506,800
$790,200
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.93 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,677
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,677
Year built
1992
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
308189
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° 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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Acton, MA • 01720
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Sun exposure
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 18% for direct sun exposure in Acton. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
6.3 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 8 Larch Rd
$1,435,560
$11K over list price of $1.43M
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