The J S Parker House, a captivating Mansard roofed colonial from around 1825, boasts a prime location with convenient access to Lexington Center, Cary Library, the Minuteman Bikeway, the MBTA bus line, Hayden and town recreation facilities. This home invites admiration with its timeless front sitting porch and enchanting "secret garden" featuring brick terraces, an expansive yard, and heirloom peonies dating back to 1913, all overlooking the Minuteman Bikeway. Noteworthy features of this stylish home include: high ceilings throughout; floor-to-ceiling windows in the family room and living room; built-in china cabinet; oak hardwood flooring; updated kitchen with maple cabinets, a gas stove and granite countertops; 2022 heat pump providing AC to the kitchen and rear bedroom/TV room. This charming residence combines historical elegance with modern conveniences and a AAA location, making it a true gem in Lexington.
Sold for $1,380,000
$1,380,000
20 Hancock St, Lexington, MA 02420
5beds
2,724sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1825
0.37 Acres Lot
$1,761,700 Zestimate®
$507/sqft
$7,413 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,761,700
$1.60M - $1.96M
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Listed by:
Lester Savage 781-504-6856,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate 781-862-0202
Bought with:
Lester Savage
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73284774
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 208.42
- Dimensions: 15.25 x 13.67
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 177.92
- Dimensions: 15.25 x 11.67
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 138
- Dimensions: 15.33 x 9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 83.33
- Dimensions: 10.42 x 8
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Third
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
- Level: First
- Area: 39.08
- Dimensions: 7 x 5.58
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
- Area: 42.69
- Dimensions: 8.83 x 4.83
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
- Level: Third
- Area: 33.38
- Dimensions: 7.42 x 4.5
Dining room
- Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Decorative Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 198.25
- Dimensions: 15.25 x 13
Family room
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 180.46
- Dimensions: 15.25 x 11.83
Kitchen
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Gas Stove
- Level: First
- Area: 190.9
- Dimensions: 19.25 x 9.92
Living room
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Decorative Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 208.42
- Dimensions: 15.25 x 13.67
Office
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 115
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 10
Heating
- Steam, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Bathroom - Half, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Features
- Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom - Full, Lighting - Overhead, Office, Bonus Room
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Concrete,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,724
- Total interior livable area: 2,724 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s)
- Frontage length: 71.00
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Foundation area: 1
- Parcel number: M:0056 L:000020,554421
- Zoning: RS
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Antique,Italianate,Other (See Remarks)
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1825
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Merriam Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lexington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $507/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,403,000
- Annual tax amount: $17,187
- Date on market: 1/13/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2024 | Sold | $1,380,000+6.2%$507/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73284774 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2024 | Contingent | $1,300,000$477/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73284774 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,300,000$477/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73284774 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2024 | Listing removed | $1,300,000-1.9%$477/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73248787 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2024 | Contingent | $1,325,000$486/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73248787 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,325,000$486/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73248787 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,831 +3.7% | $1,458,000 +3.9% |
| 2024 | $17,187 +1.7% | $1,403,000 +7.9% |
| 2023 | $16,900 +4% | $1,300,000 +10.5% |
| 2022 | $16,243 +1.9% | $1,177,000 +6.2% |
| 2021 | $15,944 +0.6% | $1,108,000 -1.8% |
| 2020 | $15,848 +4.5% | $1,128,000 +5% |
| 2019 | $15,165 +2.3% | $1,074,000 +3.6% |
| 2018 | $14,829 -9.2% | $1,037,000 -8% |
| 2017 | $16,330 +7.1% | $1,127,000 +8% |
| 2016 | $15,242 +9.1% | $1,044,000 +11.1% |
| 2015 | $13,968 +6.2% | $940,000 +10.8% |
| 2014 | $13,152 +2.9% | $848,000 +0.8% |
| 2013 | $12,783 +4.6% | $841,000 +3.1% |
| 2012 | $12,216 -0.9% | $816,000 -4.7% |
| 2011 | $12,326 +3.9% | $856,000 |
| 2010 | $11,864 +3.9% | $856,000 -2.7% |
| 2009 | $11,414 +2% | $880,000 -1.6% |
| 2008 | $11,193 +10.8% | $894,000 +0.3% |
| 2007 | $10,104 +0% | $891,000 -2% |
| 2006 | $10,099 +8.7% | $909,000 +11% |
| 2005 | $9,287 +15.2% | $819,000 +6.4% |
| 2004 | $8,062 +8.9% | $770,000 +13.9% |
| 2003 | $7,402 +9.7% | $676,000 +13% |
| 2002 | $6,745 +9.9% | $598,000 +19.4% |
| 2000 | $6,137 +6.4% | $501,000 +11.1% |
| 1999 | $5,768 | $451,000 |
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Neighborhood: 02420
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10FiskeGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Wm Diamond Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Lexington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Fiske
- Middle: Diamond
- High: Lhs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Lexington
- 02420
- 20 Hancock St
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