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20 Taft Avenue, Lexington MA 02421

Lexington, MA 02421 • Liberty Heights
$1,505,000
Est. $9,012/month
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,060
Sq Ft
$731
Price/Sq Ft
0.36
Acres
1940
Year Built
9
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jun 10, 2025 • MLS# 73388713 Copied!

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

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Property Overview

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

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.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 5 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$731/sq ft
Area Average
$316/sq ft
Difference
+131.3%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1940
Living Area 2,060 sq ft
Lot Size 0.36 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Central, Natural Gas, Air Source Heat Pumps (ashp)
Cooling Central Air, Air Source Heat Pumps (ashp)
Flooring Wood, Tile, Renewable/sustainable Flooring Materials, Flooring - Vinyl
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Fireplace Family Room, Living Room
Fireplaces 2
Basement Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Garage Access
Laundry Flooring - Vinyl, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead, Sink, In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Sun Room, Mud Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Cape
Roof Shingle
Features Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Storage, Off Street
Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $14,419
Assessed Value $1,179,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Renewable/Sustainable Flooring Materials, Flooring - Vinyl
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
Windows: Window(s) - Picture, Insulated Windows
Basement: Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Garage Access
Laundry: Flooring - Vinyl, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead, Sink, In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1940
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone
Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Remodeled

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Natural Gas, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Easements, Sloped
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Under, Storage, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Family Room, Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Public School

Location

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Neighborhood

Liberty Heights

20 Taft Avenue, Lexington MA 02421

Lexington, MA 02421

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Nearby Schools

School District
Lexington School District local
A+
School Safety 2024-25
0.3% Low
0.3% Suspensions 0.6% In-School
5.2% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Waldorf School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
Lexington Montessori School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-06
Cotting School
2.2 mi
Grades PK-12
Community Therapeutic School
2.9 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Bowman School
1.0 mi | #13 of 824 | Score: 65.8
Dropped 5 spots from last year
+7.6 above state avg
429 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Lexington Children's Place
1.5 mi
70 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
A+
Harrington School
1.5 mi | #60 of 824 | Score: 61.7
Dropped 45 spots from last year
+3.5 above state avg
374 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
The LEAP School
1.7 mi
Grades PK
A+
Fiske School
2.8 mi | #37 of 824 | Score: 63.3
Improved 209 spots from last year
+5.1 above state avg
324 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A+
Bridge School
2.8 mi | #21 of 824 | Score: 64.5
Improved 86 spots from last year
+6.3 above state avg
345 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A+
Jonas Clarke Middle School
1.8 mi | #1 of 352 | Score: 67.5
Improved 4 spots from last year
+9.3 above state avg
796 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A+
William Diamond Middle School
3.2 mi | #9 of 352 | Score: 63.9
Same rank as last year
+5.7 above state avg
936 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

4 schools
Lexington Christian Academy
0.8 mi
Grades 06-12
JRI Meadowridge Pelham Academy School
1.6 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Lexington High School
2.5 mi | #2 of 346 | Score: 82.3
Improved 3 spots from last year
+24.1 above state avg
2,405 students Diverse
20 sports • 2,520 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
A
Minuteman Regional High School
4.2 mi | #71 of 346 | Score: 63.9
Dropped 23 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
669 students Moderate
12 sports • 700 athletes
Strong AP Program Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
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Property History

Market Insights

10.4%
Price Range
10
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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