The historic Grapevine Cottage is where the original Concord Grape was born and still thrives today! This property has been lovingly restored with only the highest quality finishes and a painstaking attention to detail. The complete renovation includes built-in bookshelves, original mantles, decorative windows, pocket doors, a stunning front staircase, beamed ceilings, and a welcoming screen porch. A new cedar shingle roof, HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, kitchen, and baths make the home worry-free for years to come. Just a short sidewalk stroll to Concord Center, the home is steps away from the historic Wayside (Hawthorne's home) and the Orchard House (Alcott's home)!
Single-familyProperty Type
1706Year Built
0.98 acresLot Size
$695Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Chris Ridick• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Concord
Called "Grapevine Cottage",for here, nestled against the Ridge with warm southern exposure, the Concord Grape was first propagated. Close to the homes of Hawthorne and the Alcott family, this Historically significant, center-chimney First Period 1 1/2 story cottage (c.1690-1716) retains fan-window, corner cupboard, antique hardware and original details. Minutes to the village center and set among noteworthy homes. Not encumbered by modern upgrades, this is a Restorers Dream!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,202 (+1.0%)
$582,600 + $790,100
$1,372,700
2024
$18,024 (+18.2%)
$582,600 + $790,100
$1,372,700
2023
$15,246 (+5.5%)
$529,600 + $646,800
$1,176,400
2022
$14,452 (+1.2%)
$423,600 + $555,500
$979,100
2021
$14,280 (+5.5%)
$423,600 + $546,500
$970,100
2020
$13,537 (+4.6%)
$423,600 + $527,700
$951,300
2019
$12,943 (+4.3%)
$390,800 + $521,300
$912,100
2018
$12,407 (+6.9%)
$391,800 + $476,400
$868,200
2017
$11,609 (+6.0%)
$401,100 + $424,000
$825,100
2016
$10,952 (+5.9%)
$382,500 + $404,300
$786,800
2015
$10,345 (+3.6%)
$354,100 + $369,800
$723,900
2014
$9,986 (+4.4%)
$341,500 + $349,600
$691,100
2013
$9,562 (+31.1%)
$341,500 + $338,100
$679,600
2012
$7,294 (−9.7%)
$341,500 + $195,600
$537,100
2011
$8,076 (−20.9%)
$374,200 + $242,300
$616,500
2010
$10,208 (−15.0%)
$537,500 + $242,300
$779,800
2009
$12,012
$571,000 + $438,400
$1,009,400
Tax history for 491 Lexington Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,202 (+1.0%)
$582,600 + $790,100
$1,372,700
2024
$18,024 (+18.2%)
$582,600 + $790,100
$1,372,700
2023
$15,246 (+5.5%)
$529,600 + $646,800
$1,176,400
2022
$14,452 (+1.2%)
$423,600 + $555,500
$979,100
2021
$14,280 (+5.5%)
$423,600 + $546,500
$970,100
2020
$13,537 (+4.6%)
$423,600 + $527,700
$951,300
2019
$12,943 (+4.3%)
$390,800 + $521,300
$912,100
2018
$12,407 (+6.9%)
$391,800 + $476,400
$868,200
2017
$11,609 (+6.0%)
$401,100 + $424,000
$825,100
2016
$10,952 (+5.9%)
$382,500 + $404,300
$786,800
2015
$10,345 (+3.6%)
$354,100 + $369,800
$723,900
2014
$9,986 (+4.4%)
$341,500 + $349,600
$691,100
2013
$9,562 (+31.1%)
$341,500 + $338,100
$679,600
2012
$7,294 (−9.7%)
$341,500 + $195,600
$537,100
2011
$8,076 (−20.9%)
$374,200 + $242,300
$616,500
2010
$10,208 (−15.0%)
$537,500 + $242,300
$779,800
2009
$12,012
$571,000 + $438,400
$1,009,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.98 Acres
Year renovated
1960
Sq. Ft.
2,385
Year built
1706
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
455109
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Just down Lexington Road from the Orchard House
UnparsedAddress: 491 Lexington Road, Concord MA 01742
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,385
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.98 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1706
Year Renovated: 1960
County: Middlesex County
APN: 455109
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 17
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Alcott Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Concord Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.5mi
8/10
Concord Carlisle High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.58M – $1.91M
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