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12 Fern Street, Lexington MA 02421

Lexington, MA 02421
$650,000
Est. $4,015/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,331
Sq Ft
$488
Price/Sq Ft
0.09
Acres
1797
Year Built
3
Days on Market
Closed Listed Feb 20, 2020 • MLS# 72621913 Copied!

About this home

Enjoy luxurious, modern living within a historic antique. Built in 1797 the open floor plan on the first floor offers a sleek modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and marble countertops, and a spa-like bathroom with an oversized shower. The master bedroom features original rough-hewn wooden beams. The living room two-story arched window overlooks a unique outdoor space. Access to the second floor is by an ornate cast iron spiral staircase that was saved from a Boston bank. The Pennsylvania bluestone patio features an outdoor firepit with rounded sofa seating area, rose bushes and a magnificent stone wall. Wilson Farm and the bus stop are less than a minute stroll from your doorstep. Route 2, 128 and Alewife T station are easily accessible. Updated systems include ductless mini-split heating and cooling, on demand hot water and a heated, 2 car driveway.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner KEANE-LEONE CAROL
Mailing Address 12 FERN ST, LEXINGTON, MA, 02421

Land Use

Use Code 1010
Description N/A
Zoning RS
Style SMALL CONV.

Tax Information

Assessed Value $867,000

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $530,000 $337,000 $867,000

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Mar 31, 2020 $650,000 74387/0319

Building Permit History

Issued Type / Work Status Value
Jul 19, 2022
Residential
Replacement of 9 windows
Permit #B-22-930
$29,215
Jan 14, 2022
Residential
Crawlspace vapor barrier MASS SAVE
Permit #B-22-42
$1,758
Data: Town of Lexington Building Permit Activity

Municipal Context: LEXINGTON

Match: address_exact (95.0% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1797
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,331 sq ft
Total Rooms
5

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $629,000
Final Sale Price: $650,000
Difference: +$21,000 (+3.3%)
Performance Metrics
103.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
3
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $473
Sale $/sq ft: $488
This property sold for $488 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 3 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
$488/sq ft
Area Average
$117/sq ft
Difference
+318.4%

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

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1797
Living Area 1,331 sq ft
Lot Size 0.09 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas, Ductless
Cooling Ductless
Flooring Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement Partial, Crawl Space, Interior Entry, Dirt Floor
Laundry First Floor
Features Office

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial, Antique
Roof Shingle
Features Patio
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Paved
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $6,340
Assessed Value $449,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances:
Interior Features: Office
Windows:
Basement: Partial, Crawl Space, Interior Entry, Dirt Floor
Laundry: First Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial, Antique
Year Built: 1797
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Ductless
Cooling: Ductless
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Frontage: 129.00 ft
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Paved

Location

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Neighborhood

12 Fern Street, Lexington MA 02421

Lexington, MA 02421

Walkability

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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
0.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Lexington Montessori School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-06
Cotting School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-12
Community Therapeutic School
2.3 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Bowman School
0.4 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
0.9 mi
70 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
The LEAP School
1.0 mi
Grades PK
A+
Harrington School
1.4 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
A+
Bridge School
2.1 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
2.3 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
1.1 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
2.7 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
JRI Meadowridge Pelham Academy School
0.9 mi
Grades 07-12
Lexington Christian Academy
1.0 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Lexington High School
1.8 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
3.5 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

30%
Price Range
6
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73534004
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jun 11, 2026
$898,000
MLS #73534004 - Active
Sold
Mar 31, 2020
$650,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
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Listed for Sale
Feb 20, 2020
$629,000
Original listing
Agent: Krassi Diehl Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 11, 2026 Sold $898,000
Feb 20, 2020 New Listing Added $629,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
3 days
Price per Sq Ft
$488

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2019 $6,340 $449,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,340
Tax Year 2019
Assessed Value
$449,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Krassi Diehl
Listing Office Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Agent MLS ID CN227358
Office MLS ID AN4890
Listing Data Updated Mar 31, 2020 7:24 PM 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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