Dimensions12 x 14
FeaturesFlooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelSecond
12 Fern Street, Lexington MA 02421
Lexington, MA 02421
$650,000
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 11 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$488/sq ft
Area Average
$195/sq ft
Difference
+150.5%
This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.
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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Property History
Market Insights
3.2%
Price Range
6
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
Mar 31, 2020
$650,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
Listed for Sale
Feb 20, 2020
$629,000
Original listing
Agent: Krassi Diehl
Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/31/2020 | ✓ Sold | $650,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 02/20/2020 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $629,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $6,340 | $449,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,340
Tax Year 2019
Assessed Value
$449,000
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
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Exclude Light Fixture In Living Room. Second Floor Bedroom And Office Access By A Spiral Staircase.
Exclusions
Exclude Light Fixture In Living Room.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Measured
Sq Ft Disclosures
Floor plans are for marketing purposes only
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
6 days
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
Room Details
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Dimensions12 x 14
FeaturesFlooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled
LevelFirst
Dimensions16 x 18
FeaturesFlooring - Wood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
LevelFirst
Dimensions11 x 18
FeaturesCathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood, Open Floorplan
LevelFirst
Dimensions24 x 13
FeaturesFlooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelFirst
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPatio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
First Floor
Bathroom1
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled
Kitchen
16 x 18
Flooring - Wood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
Living Room
11 x 18
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood, Open Floorplan
Master Bedroom
24 x 13
Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Second Floor
Bedroom2
12 x 14
Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Office
12 x 14
Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Other Floor
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Bathroom2
Bathroom3
Family Room
Master Bathroom
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
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
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
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
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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12 Fern Street, Lexington MA 02421
Lexington, MA 02421
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Krassi Diehl
Listing Office
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Office Phone
781-862-0202
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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