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Listing broker remarks

Classic center-entrance Colonial beautifully sited on a picturesque cul-de-sac in highly sought-after East Acton, offering an exceptional combination of neighborhood living, privacy, and abundant outdoor space. The property’s impressive setting is highlighted by a fully fenced one-acre backyard featuring handsome cedar fencing complemented by black natural-style fencing, creating a wonderful environment for recreation, entertaining, pets, gardening, or simply relaxing outdoors. Beyond the fenced yard, an additional approximately 3.5 acres of natural land provides a peaceful wooded backdrop and enhances the home’s sense of privacy and connection to nature. Inside, the home has been thoughtfully refreshed with a sophisticated modern palette, carefully selected designer wallpaper, updated lighting fixtures, and luxurious high-end wool carpeting throughout the second floor, resulting in interiors that feel fresh, warm, and timeless. The classic Colonial floor plan offers generously proportioned living spaces filled with natural light and provides tremendous flexibility for today’s lifestyle, whether gathering with family and friends, entertaining, creating quiet spaces for remote work, or simply enjoying everyday life at home. The traditional layout and recent cosmetic enhancements blend beautifully, allowing the home’s classic New England character to shine while offering a stylish and comfortable backdrop for its next chapter. Ideally positioned in one of Acton’s most convenient locations, the property is just minutes from shopping, restaurants, conservation land and recreational opportunities, with easy access to major commuting routes, the South Acton MBTA commuter rail, and the vibrant shops, restaurants, and cafés of West Concord Village. Combined with access to the award-winning Acton-Boxborough Regional School District, this special East Acton property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy a cul-de-sac neighborhood, expansive land, a beautifully fenced backyard, and exceptional convenience in one inviting home.— Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Key details

  • 3,626 sq ft
  • 4.37 acres
  • 4 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 1987 built
  • $413 / sq ft
  • $23,906 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠5⁠3⁠1⁠1⁠4⁠
Last updated
Address
10 Wingate Ln
Town
Acton, MA
ZIP
01720
Deed (Bk/Pg)
77161 / 46

Map

Neighborhood: Wingate Lane

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.