Attention buyers and investors! A wonderful opportunity to own a rare find two-family Colonial in the heart of Lexington's historical district which is nearby Historical Battle Green with public transportation across the street and a stone's throw away from local top-rated schools. This home has been re-sided, and a new rubber roof has been installed. The first floor has been updated and features one bedroom, kitchen and living room. The second-third floors have been taken down to the studs and offers a floor plan with three bedrooms, kitchen, living room, 2.5 baths and office. Boths units have their own utilities. Enjoy an afternoon on the back deck overlooking the mature landscaped yard. Explore the vibrant offerings of Lexington Center at your fingertips, from fantastic shops to delectable dining options, and historic sites all of this and only 5 miles from downtown Boston! This is a special property and one you will enjoy coming home to.
Sold for $949,900
$949,900
851 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA 02420
4beds
2,122sqft
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Built in 1840
-- sqft lot
$960,300 Zestimate®
$448/sqft
$4,581 Estimated rent
Home value
$960,300
$883,000 - $1.05M
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New rubber roof
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Listed by:
Jim Holbrook 978-273-4869,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate 508-834-1500
Bought with:
Non Member
Non Member Office
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73305649
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Other, Living Room, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Office/Den
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Bulkhead,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,122
- Total interior livable area: 2,122 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,122
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
Lot
- Size: 7,500 Square Feet
- Features: Gentle Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: 549300
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1840
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Public School
Location
- Region: Lexington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $448/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $949,000
- Annual tax amount: $11,625
- Date on market: 1/4/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
- Total actual rent: 0
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/9/2025 | Sold | $949,900$448/sqft |
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| 11/1/2024 | Contingent | $949,900$448/sqft |
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| 10/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $949,900$448/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,169 +4.7% | $995,000 +4.8% |
| 2024 | $11,625 -0.3% | $949,000 +5.8% |
| 2023 | $11,661 +0.2% | $897,000 +6.4% |
| 2022 | $11,633 +3.4% | $843,000 +7.8% |
| 2021 | $11,253 +1.6% | $782,000 -0.8% |
| 2020 | $11,071 +2.5% | $788,000 +3% |
| 2019 | $10,802 +3.8% | $765,000 +5.1% |
| 2018 | $10,410 +24.1% | $728,000 +25.7% |
| 2017 | $8,390 -12.3% | $579,000 -11.6% |
| 2016 | $9,563 +4.1% | $655,000 +6% |
| 2015 | $9,183 +28.1% | $618,000 +33.8% |
| 2014 | $7,166 +23.4% | $462,000 +20.9% |
| 2013 | $5,806 +1.5% | $382,000 |
| 2012 | $5,719 +3.7% | $382,000 -0.3% |
| 2011 | $5,515 +3.9% | $383,000 |
| 2010 | $5,308 +1.5% | $383,000 -5% |
| 2009 | $5,227 +4.6% | $403,000 +1% |
| 2008 | $4,995 +9% | $399,000 -1.2% |
| 2007 | $4,581 +7.4% | $404,000 +5.2% |
| 2006 | $4,266 +9% | $384,000 +11.3% |
| 2005 | $3,912 +8.3% | $345,000 |
| 2004 | $3,612 +11.4% | $345,000 +16.6% |
| 2003 | $3,241 +6.4% | $296,000 +9.6% |
| 2002 | $3,046 +18.4% | $270,000 +28.6% |
| 2000 | $2,573 +8.2% | $210,000 +12.9% |
| 1999 | $2,379 | $186,000 |
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Neighborhood: 02420
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Harrington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10Jonas Clarke Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10Lexington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Lexington
- 02420
- 851 Massachusetts Ave
