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20 Hancock Street, Lexington MA 02420

Lexington, MA 02420 • Merriam Hill
$1,380,000
Est. $7,345/month
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,724
Sq Ft
$507
Price/Sq Ft
0.37
Acres
1825
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
12
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73284774

About this home

The J S Parker House, a captivating Mansard roofed colonial from around 1825, boasts a prime location with convenient access to Lexington Center, Cary Library, the Minuteman Bikeway, the MBTA bus line, Hayden and town recreation facilities. This home invites admiration with its timeless front sitting porch and enchanting "secret garden" featuring brick terraces, an expansive yard, and heirloom peonies dating back to 1913, all overlooking the Minuteman Bikeway. Noteworthy features of this stylish home include: high ceilings throughout; floor-to-ceiling windows in the family room and living room; built-in china cabinet; oak hardwood flooring; updated kitchen with maple cabinets, a gas stove and granite countertops; 2022 heat pump providing AC to the kitchen and rear bedroom/TV room. This charming residence combines historical elegance with modern conveniences and a AAA location, making it a true gem in Lexington.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,300,000
Final Sale Price: $1,380,000
Difference: +$80,000 (+6.2%)
Performance Metrics
106.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
12
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $477
Sale $/sq ft: $507
This property sold for $507 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.2% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 12 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
1825
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,724 sq ft
Total Rooms
11

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Heating
Steam, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Heat Pump
Has Cooling
Yes
Has Fireplace
No
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom - Full, Lighting - Overhead, Office, Bonus Room
Laundry Features
Bathroom - Half, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Basement Details
Full, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Window Features
Storm Window(s)
Accessibility Features
No

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Colonial, Antique, Italianate, Other (See Remarks)
Roof
Slate
Foundation
Stone, Brick/Mortar
Foundation Area
1 sq ft
Exterior Features
Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters
Patio/Porch Features
Porch, Patio
Has Spa
No
View
Scenic View(s)
Has View
Yes
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.37 acres
Lot Size
15,936 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.3700
Lot Features
Wooded
Frontage Length
71 ft
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
Yes
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
4
Parking Features
Attached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Covered Parking Spaces
2

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

Community & HOA

Subdivision
Merriam Hill
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, Sidewalks
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$17,187
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$1,403,000
Parcel Number
M:0056 L:000020,554421
Zoning
RS

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate,Certified Historic
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
4th BR (second floor, used as an office) is unheated

Location

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Neighborhood

Merriam Hill

20 Hancock Street, Lexington MA 02420

Lexington, MA 02420

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Fiske
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Diamond
Rating information coming soon
High School
Lhs
Rating information coming soon

Monthly Payment Calculator

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $1,432
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

5.8%
Price Range
13
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Oct 30, 2024
$1,380,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 13
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Listed for Sale
Sep 4, 2024
$1,300,000
Original listing
Agent: Lester Savage Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 4, 2024 New Listing Added $1,300,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
12 days
Price per Sq Ft
$507

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $17,187 $1,403,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$17,187
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$1,403,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Lester Savage
Listing Office Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Agent MLS ID BB902891
Office MLS ID AN4890

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