Privately set on a quiet cul-de-sac in Lexington’s prestigious Meriam Hill, this residence offers scale, privacy, and long-term ownership care near Fiske & Diamond schools. Light-filled interiors feature refined detail, a striking stone fireplace, and a chef’s kitchen with premium appliances opening to an inviting family room, formal living room, and dining areas, plus a dedicated home office. Upstairs features a spacious primary suite with dual baths and closets, complemented by three additional bedrooms & flexible living space, while the top floor offers a private suite & office.The walkout lower level includes a theater, gym, recreation space, & guest suite with kitchen. Recent updates include a new roof (2024), deck (2024), multi-zone HVAC systems (2022–2026), fencing (2022), Bosch dishwasher (2025), & Fisher dishwasher (2021). Three-car garage and professionally landscaped grounds with mature plantings and outdoor space ideal for relaxation and entertaining complete this offering
For sale
Price cut: $300K (5/27)
$3,585,000
8 Porter Ln, Lexington, MA 02420
6beds
8,719sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
0.73 Acres Lot
$3,438,000 Zestimate®
$411/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Striking stone fireplaceThree-car garageQuiet cul-de-sacInviting family roomWalkout lower levelRecreation spaceLight-filled interiors
- 78 days |
- 495 |
- 17 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Keystone Homes Group 978-760-2988,
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest 781-862-2800,
Wenjing Guo 978-760-2988
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73499622
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 9
- Full bathrooms: 7
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, French Doors, High Speed Internet Hookup
- Level: Second
- Area: 506
- Dimensions: 23 x 22
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 16 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 20 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Bedroom 5
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Third
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 16 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
- Area: 36
- Dimensions: 6 x 6
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
- Area: 66
- Dimensions: 11 x 6
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 272
- Dimensions: 17 x 16
Family room
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 650
- Dimensions: 26 x 25
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cable Hookup
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 306
- Dimensions: 18 x 17
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Office
- Features: Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup
- Level: First
- Area: 266
- Dimensions: 19 x 14
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Radiant
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- Laundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, First Floor
Features
- Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Closet, Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Home Office, Exercise Room, Great Room, Media Room, Bedroom, Central Vacuum, Wet Bar, Wired for Sound
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Parquet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Doors: Insulated Doors, French Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,719
- Total interior livable area: 8,719 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 6,621
- Finished area below ground: 2,098
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 9
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Wood, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.73 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Gentle Sloping, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 3854260
- Zoning: RO
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
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, Private School, Public School
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lexington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $411/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,645,000
- Annual tax amount: $46,179
- Date on market: 4/10/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$3,438,000
$3.27M - $3.61M
$6,763/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/27/2026 | Price change | $3,585,000-7.7%$411/sqft |
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| 4/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,885,000+66.4%$446/sqft |
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| 8/15/2016 | Sold | $2,335,000-5.5%$268/sqft |
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| 6/13/2016 | Price change | $2,470,000-6.8%$283/sqft |
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| 4/29/2016 | Price change | $2,650,000-8.5%$304/sqft |
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| 2/2/2016 | Listed for sale | $2,895,000$332/sqft |
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| 10/20/2015 | Listing removed | $2,895,000$332/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lexington #71823101 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2015 | Listed for sale | $2,895,000+3.6%$332/sqft |
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| 11/3/2011 | Listing removed | $2,795,000$321/sqft |
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| 9/18/2011 | Listed for sale | $2,795,000-6.7%$321/sqft |
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| 6/19/2011 | Listing removed | $2,995,000$344/sqft |
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| 2/21/2011 | Listed for sale | $2,995,000$344/sqft |
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| 11/12/2010 | Listing removed | $2,995,000-11.8%$344/sqft |
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| 4/17/2010 | Listed for sale | $3,395,000-5.7%$389/sqft |
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| 3/13/2010 | Listing removed | $3,599,000$413/sqft |
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| 10/3/2009 | Listed for sale | $3,599,000+74.7%$413/sqft |
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| 9/28/2000 | Sold | $2,059,938$236/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $43,869 +5.3% | $3,587,000 +5.5% |
| 2024 | $41,662 +8.4% | $3,401,000 +15% |
| 2023 | $38,441 +0.2% | $2,957,000 +6.4% |
| 2022 | $38,364 +2.6% | $2,780,000 +7% |
| 2021 | $37,385 -0.3% | $2,598,000 -2.7% |
| 2020 | $37,514 +4.3% | $2,670,000 +4.8% |
| 2019 | $35,978 +0.5% | $2,548,000 +1.8% |
| 2018 | $35,793 -16.9% | $2,503,000 -15.8% |
| 2017 | $43,093 -2.7% | $2,974,000 -2% |
| 2016 | $44,296 +4% | $3,034,000 +5.8% |
| 2015 | $42,604 +19.9% | $2,867,000 +25.1% |
| 2014 | $35,533 +2% | $2,291,000 |
| 2013 | $34,823 +1.1% | $2,291,000 -0.4% |
| 2012 | $34,431 -0.5% | $2,300,000 -4.3% |
| 2011 | $34,603 +7.8% | $2,403,000 +3.7% |
| 2010 | $32,114 +4.7% | $2,317,000 -2% |
| 2009 | $30,661 +8.1% | $2,364,000 +4.4% |
| 2008 | $28,358 +0.3% | $2,265,000 -9.1% |
| 2007 | $28,271 +12% | $2,493,000 +9.7% |
| 2006 | $25,253 +3.2% | $2,273,000 +5.4% |
| 2005 | $24,460 +10% | $2,157,000 +1.6% |
| 2004 | $22,228 +5.6% | $2,123,000 +10.4% |
| 2003 | $21,057 +3.7% | $1,923,000 +6.8% |
| 2002 | $20,315 | $1,801,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 02420
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10FiskeGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 9/10Wm Diamond Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 10/10Lexington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Fiske
- Middle: Diamond
- High: Lhs
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Lexington
- 02420
- 8 Porter Ln
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