8 Baker Avenue, Lexington MA 02421

Lexington, MA 02421
$920,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,728
Sq Ft
$532
Price/Sq Ft
0.13
Acres
1995
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
18
Days on Market
Sold Listed Apr 21, 2016 • MLS# 71992051 Copied! • Updated May 13, 2016

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $899,000
Final Sale Price: $920,000
Difference: +$21,000 (+2.3%)
Performance Metrics
102.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
18
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $520
Sale $/sq ft: $532
This property sold for $532 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 18 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 18 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$532/sq ft
Area Median
$463/sq ft
Difference
+15.0%

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

About this home

This pristine Colonial located on a lovely corner lot in Lexington's Liberty Heights neighborhood is the perfect home for the most discernible buyer. The first floor offers a bright white eat-in kitchen, family room, dining room, bedroom/office and half bath. The upstairs offers two more bedrooms and a master suite with a walk-in closet, two full baths and 2nd floor laundry. Amenities include central air, 2-car garage, deck, private fenced in yard and fantastic access to Route 2 and Boston. The home is also located near Sutherland Park, Lexington Bike Path and the famous Wilson Farms.

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Property History

Market Insights

99.4%
Price Range
22
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73569709
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Aug 28, 2026
$5,500
MLS #73569709 - Active
Sold
May 10, 2016
$920,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 22
Sold
May 10, 2016
$920,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 22
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Listed for Sale
Apr 21, 2016
$899,000
Original listing
Agent: Justine Wirtanen Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lexington
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Listed for Sale
Apr 21, 2016
$899,000
Original listing
Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lexington

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2016 $10,424 $714,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$10,424
Tax Year 2016
Assessed Value
$714,000

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1995
Living Area 1,728 sq ft
Lot Size 0.13 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Tile, Carpet
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Garage Access
Laundry Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Deck
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Under, Paved
Total Spaces 4
Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $10,424
Assessed Value $714,000
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type []
House Color Grey
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 22 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1995
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,728 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Garage Access
Laundry: Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1995
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Deck
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved
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
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Lexington Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
Cotting School
2.0 mi
Grades PK-12
Community Therapeutic School
2.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Bowman School
0.8 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
1.3 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
1.5 mi
Grades PK
A+
Bridge School
2.6 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
A+
Fiske School
2.6 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
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A+
Jonas Clarke Middle School
1.6 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
3.1 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
1.4 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Lexington High School
2.3 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
4.0 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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8 Baker Avenue, Lexington MA 02421

Lexington, MA 02421

Listing Information

Listing Office Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lexington
Office Phone 781-862-2600
Agent MLS ID CT008319
Office MLS ID BB9589
Listing Data Updated May 13, 2016 9:16 AM EDT
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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