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20 Taft Avenue, Lexington MA 02421

Lexington, MA 02421 • Liberty Heights
$1,505,000
Est. $8,010/month
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,060
Sq Ft
$731
Price/Sq Ft
0.36
Acres
1940
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
9
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73388713

About this home

Beautifully updated and deceptively spacious, this expanded Cape offers over 2000 sq ft of living on one of the largest lots in Liberty Heights! Extensive list of upgrades (attached), this 4 bed, 2 bath home includes a stunning kitchen with skylight and specialty high-end appliances for the gourmet chef with a retro vibe, elegant Art Deco light fixtures and period details throughout. A cozy breakfast bar addition looks out to expansive backyard and opens to private patio, just in time for summer grilling. Great options for guests/privacy, with two beds + full bath on main level, plus two beds + full bath upstairs. Finished basement adds flex media/playroom/office, laundry room w/sink, and attached garage + yard storage shed. Highly efficient central heat/AC and quality windows provide year round comfort. With the bonus of Lexington schools, this East end home is just down the street from Sutherland Woods, West Farm, and nearby conveniences of both Arlington Heights and Lexington Center

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,349,000
Final Sale Price: $1,505,000
Difference: +$156,000 (+11.6%)
Performance Metrics
111.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
9
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $655
Sale $/sq ft: $731
This property sold for $731 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 11.6% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 9 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1940
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,060 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood, Tile, Renewable/Sustainable Flooring Materials, Flooring - Vinyl
Heating
Central, Natural Gas, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Family Room, Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
2
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Interior Features
Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Sun Room, Mud Room
Laundry Features
Flooring - Vinyl, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead, Sink, In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Details
Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Garage Access
Window Features
Window(s) - Picture, Insulated Windows
Door Features
Insulated Doors

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Cape
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Stone
Exterior Features
Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio/Porch Features
Patio
Fencing
Fenced
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.36 acres
Lot Size
15,524 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.3600
Lot Features
Easements, Sloped
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
Yes
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
2
Parking Features
Under, Storage, Off Street
Covered Parking Spaces
1

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Security Features
Security System
Energy Efficient Features
Thermostat

Community & HOA

Subdivision
Liberty Heights
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Public School
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$14,419
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$1,179,000
Parcel Number
548097
Zoning
RS

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Property Condition
Updated/Remodeled, Remodeled
Disclosures
Public record lists as 3 beds. Small easement in front corner of lot. FP in basement not currently functional.
Exclusions
Washer/Dryer & Extra Fridge Are Excluded (Negotiable). Inclusions: Patio Storage Bin Included.

Location

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Neighborhood

Liberty Heights

20 Taft Avenue, Lexington MA 02421

Lexington, MA 02421

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Bowman
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Clarke
Rating information coming soon
High School
Lhs
Rating information coming soon

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $1,202
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

10.4%
Price Range
10
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Jul 14, 2025
$1,505,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 10
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Listed for Sale
Jun 10, 2025
$1,349,000
Original listing
Agent: Laura Segal Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 10, 2025 New Listing Added $1,349,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
9 days
Price per Sq Ft
$731

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $14,419 $1,179,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$14,419
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,179,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Laura Segal
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID CN205224
Office MLS ID AN2064

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