Experience true single-family style living in the heart of Charlestown. Beautifully renovated throughout, this exceptional home is set on a picturesque gas-lit, pedestrian-only street just moments from the iconic Bunker Hill Monument. Enter through your fenced private patio and heated mudroom into a bright, open-concept living space featuring a cozy gas fireplace and classic bay window. The tastefully updated kitchen features Bosch appliances, a farmhouse sink, and an oversized breakfast bar—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. A convenient half bath with in-unit washer/dryer completes the main level. Upstairs offers two generously proportioned bedrooms, including a spacious primary with a spacious custom walk-in closet, along with an updated full bath. Additional storage is available in the basement. A Second staircase leads you to the composite roof deck—your private escape to unwind and enjoy beautiful sunset views overlooking the monument.
Sold for $1,150,000
$1,150,000
5 Lexington Ave, Charlestown, MA 02129
2beds
1,040sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1860
871 Square Feet Lot
$1,141,000 Zestimate®
$1,106/sqft
$4,709 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,141,000
$1.05M - $1.23M
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Cozy gas fireplaceFenced private patioTastefully updated kitchenHeated mudroomComposite roof deckPicturesque gas-lit pedestrian-only streetPrivate escape to unwind
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Listed by:
Casey Craig 508-254-9103,
eXp Realty LLC 888-854-7493
Bought with:
Bernadine Tsung Megason
Dreamega International Realty LLC
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73517621
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Cooktop
- Laundry: Main Level, First Floor
Features
- Mud Room
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,040
- Total interior livable area: 1,040 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,040
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Deck - Roof, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck - Roof, Patio
Lot
- Size: 871 Square Feet
- Features: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 1281776
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1860
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Charlestown
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,106/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,081,000
- Annual tax amount: $12,518
- Date on market: 6/6/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/23/2026 | Sold | $1,150,000$1,106/sqft |
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| 6/2/2026 | Pending sale | $1,150,000$1,106/sqft |
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| 5/19/2026 | Contingent | $1,150,000$1,106/sqft |
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| 5/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000+39.5%$1,106/sqft |
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| 11/20/2019 | Sold | $824,500-2.9%$793/sqft |
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| 10/2/2019 | Price change | $849,000-4.5%$816/sqft |
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| 9/16/2019 | Listed for sale | $889,000+109.2%$855/sqft |
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| 5/1/2019 | Sold | $425,000$409/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,518 +14.2% | $1,081,000 +7.5% |
| 2024 | $10,961 +9.6% | $1,005,600 +8% |
| 2023 | $9,999 +11.1% | $931,000 +12.6% |
| 2022 | $8,997 +2.5% | $826,900 +0.5% |
| 2021 | $8,776 +38% | $822,500 +36.6% |
| 2020 | $6,358 +2.2% | $602,100 +2% |
| 2019 | $6,224 +7.6% | $590,520 +7% |
| 2018 | $5,784 +1349.2% | $551,880 +3% |
| 2017 | $399 -91.9% | $536,025 +18.9% |
| 2016 | $4,958 -0.4% | $450,765 +9.7% |
| 2015 | $4,976 +13.1% | $410,900 +22.7% |
| 2013 | $4,399 +13.8% | $334,800 +13% |
| 2012 | $3,864 -5.5% | $296,300 -7.3% |
| 2011 | $4,090 +6.6% | $319,800 -1% |
| 2010 | $3,837 +4.2% | $323,000 -6.8% |
| 2009 | $3,683 -3.9% | $346,500 -0.8% |
| 2008 | $3,831 -15.2% | $349,200 -15.1% |
| 2007 | $4,519 | $411,200 |
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Neighborhood: Charlestown
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- Massachusetts
- Suffolk County
- Boston
- 02129
- Charlestown
- 5 Lexington Ave
