Toggle Side Panel

78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421

Lexington, MA 02421
$1,989,000
Est. $10,586/month
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,667
Sq Ft
$542
Price/Sq Ft
0.17
Acres
2013
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
6
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73151983

About this home

Light & bright, casually elegant, 2013 5-bed/4 bath colonial offers ease of living, an open plan, & lots of flexibility of use. This home was architect designed & built by a well-respected developer. The open plan K/FR is truly the heart of the home, offering a large island w/lots of storage, dining area, gas fireplace, custom built-ins, & sliders to a paver patio overlooking an easy care, private back yard. Additionally, the 1st fl offers a bedroom/office & bath, formal DR w/coffered ceiling, & mudroom to 2 car garage. The 2nd floor features a master suite w/walk-in closet & bath including shower area, tub, double sinks, & private toilet rm. A guest suite w/bath, two add'l beds w/Jack & Jill bath, & an impressive laundry room complete the 2nd floor. The third floor provides a large bonus rm that can be used as a bedrm, office, playroom, art studio or gym. Easy access to Lincoln Fields, Hayden Ctr, HS, Hastings Elem, and the Old Res. Commuter's dream. Ready for you to move right in!

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,949,000
Final Sale Price: $1,989,000
Difference: +$40,000 (+2.1%)
Performance Metrics
102.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
6
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $531
Sale $/sq ft: $542
This property sold for $542 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 6 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
2013
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
4
Living Area
3,667 sq ft
Total Rooms
11

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Family Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features
Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom - 3/4, Wainscoting, Bonus Room, Mud Room, Bathroom, Foyer, Walk-up Attic
Laundry Features
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Sink, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Unfinished
Window Features
Insulated Windows
Door Features
Insulated Doors

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features
Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Stone Wall
Patio/Porch Features
Porch, Patio
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Features
3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.17 acres
Lot Size
7,500 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1700

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
Yes
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
3
Parking Features
Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive
Covered Parking Spaces
2

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Generator, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Security Features
Security System
Energy Efficient Features
Thermostat

Community & HOA

Community Features
Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$21,307
Tax Year
2023
Tax Assessed Value
$1,639,000
Parcel Number
552374
Zoning
RS

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Solar panels owned by seller. Upright freezer in basement included. Seller makes no claim regarding viability of further developing unfinished sq footage in home. Buyers should do their own due diligence.
Exclusions
Tv In The Family Room.

Location

Loading map...

Neighborhood

78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421

Lexington, MA 02421

Walkability

Loading Walk Score...

Schools

Elementary School
Hastings
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Diamond
Rating information coming soon
High School
Lexington
Rating information coming soon

Monthly Payment Calculator

%
%
Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $1,776
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

2%
Price Range
7
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

✓
Sold
Oct 3, 2023
$1,989,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 7
🏠
Listed for Sale
Aug 24, 2023
$1,949,000
Original listing
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Aug 24, 2023 New Listing Added $1,949,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
6 days
Price per Sq Ft
$542

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2023 $21,307 $1,639,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$21,307
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$1,639,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Sheila Watson
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
Agent MLS ID M9502536
Office MLS ID AN6216

Similar Homes

78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 1 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 2 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 3 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 4 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 5 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 6 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 7 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 8 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 9 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 10 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 11 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 12 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 13 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 14 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 15 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 16 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 17 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 18 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 19 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 20 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 21 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 22 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 23 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 24 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 25 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 26 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 27 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 28 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 29 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 30 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 31 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 32 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 33 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 34 78 School Street, Lexington MA 02421 - Photo 35

Contact Agent

Schedule a Tour