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5 Lexington Ave, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129 • Charlestown
$1,150,000
Est. $7,058/month
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,040
Sq Ft
$1,106
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
1860
Year Built
4 hours 36 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed May 13, 2026 • MLS# 73517621 Copied!

About this home

Experience true single-family style living in the heart of Charlestown. Beautifully renovated throughout, this exceptional home is set on a picturesque gas-lit, pedestrian-only street just moments from the iconic Bunker Hill Monument. Enter through your fenced private patio and heated mudroom into a bright, open-concept living space featuring a cozy gas fireplace and classic bay window. The tastefully updated kitchen features Bosch appliances, a farmhouse sink, and an oversized breakfast bar—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. A convenient half bath with in-unit washer/dryer completes the main level. Upstairs offers two generously proportioned bedrooms, including a spacious primary with a spacious custom walk-in closet, along with an updated full bath. Additional storage is available in the basement. A Second staircase leads you to the composite roof deck—your private escape to unwind and enjoy beautiful sunset views overlooking the monument.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1860
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,040 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Levels
Multi/Split

Open House Schedule

17
May
Sunday, May 17
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EDT
16
May
Saturday, May 16
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM EDT

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1860
Living Area 1,040 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Cooktop
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry Main Level, First Floor
Features Mud Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Deck - Roof, Patio
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof, Patio

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $12,518
Assessed Value $1,081,000

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Cooktop
Interior Features: Mud Room
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry: Main Level, First Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1860
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Rubber
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Roof, Patio
Patio & Porch: Deck - Roof, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Other
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access

Location

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Neighborhood

Charlestown

5 Lexington Ave, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

School District
Boston School District local
C-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
52% attend college
38% 4-Year 14% 2-Year 7% Out of State 7% Working
School Safety 2024-25
3.7% Above Average
3.2% Suspensions 0.3% In-School 0.5% Emergency
1.8% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
0.1 mi | #589 of 824 | Score: 41.5
Dropped 181 spots from last year
-16.7 below state avg
334 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
0.2 mi | #85 of 352 | Score: 51.3
Improved 4 spots from last year
-7 below state avg
507 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
D
Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing
0.4 mi | #374 of 346 | Score: 33.9
Same rank as last year
73 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
0.9 mi | #48 of 352 | Score: 57.2
Improved 2 spots from last year
-1.1 below state avg
784 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
C+
Mario Umana Academy
0.9 mi | #11 of 16 | Score: 26.9
Improved 333 spots from last year
-31.3 below state avg
634 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-08
St. John Elementary School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
East Boston Central Catholic School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
D
O'Donnell Elementary School
1.1 mi | #777 of 824 | Score: 30.7
Dropped 52 spots from last year
-27.5 below state avg
256 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
B+
Alighieri Dante Montessori School
1.2 mi | #5 of 12 | Score: 45.3
Improved 124 spots from last year
-12.9 below state avg
109 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
C-
Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School
1.2 mi | #670 of 824 | Score: 37.5
Improved 47 spots from last year
-20.7 below state avg
279 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
3.1 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
4.2 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
4.4 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.6 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
5.0 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
5.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
5.9 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
9.2 mi | #265 of 352 | Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Edwards Middle
0.4 mi
UP Academy
3.1 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
D
Charlestown High School
0.2 mi | #322 of 346 | Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C-
East Boston High School
1.3 mi | #305 of 346 | Score: 37.3
Improved 31 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
1,252 students Less Diverse
14 sports • 584 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
2.1 mi | #268 of 346 | Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Newman School
2.1 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
2.6 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
3.5 mi | #19 of 346 | Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.6 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.7 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students Diverse
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
4.2 mi | #19 of 25 | Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
4.4 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
May 13, 2026
$1,150,000
Original listing
Agent: Casey Craig Office: eXp Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #72565711
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Nov 20, 2019
$824,500
MLS #72565711

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 13, 2026 New Listing Added $1,150,000
Nov 20, 2019 Sold $824,500

Market Statistics

Time on Market
4 hours 36 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$1,106

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $12,518 $1,081,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$12,518
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$1,081,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Casey Craig
Listing Office eXp Realty
Agent MLS ID CN206567
Office MLS ID AN8484
Listing Data Updated May 13, 2026 10:10 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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