Charming and thoughtfully renovated, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home blends historic character with modern updates. Built in 1800, the home features an open-concept kitchen and living area perfect for everyday living and entertaining. A spiral staircase leads to the second floor, where you'll find two bedrooms, while the first-floor primary bedroom offers convenient single-level living. The hardscaped backyard includes a spacious patio, ideal for relaxing or hosting guests. Additional highlights include a laundry area, two off-street parking spaces, and a prime location just steps from Wilson Farm and close to shopping, Daisy Wilson conservation area, the Minuteman Bikeway, MBTA busline and Route 2. A unique opportunity to own a beautifully updated home in a highly desirable Lexington location. Please note that the driveway is heated!
Single-familyProperty Type
1800Year Built
4,000 sq ftLot Size
$637Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Lester Savage• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Listed by • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Est. $3,055 per month, based on comparable rentals
Redfin agents who toured
This is a true antique. Only bath is near the front door. Spiral staircase leads to two bedrooms (if you are tall this is not the house for you) with an incredible view of farmland. Small private front yard, no garage and limited parking.
15 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Carol Stevenson
Redfin Associate agent
Sale and tax history for 12 Fern St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73534004
Jul 31, 2026
Sold
$896,940
$637/sq ft
Jul 1, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 17, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 10, 2026
Listed
$898,000
$638/sq ft
MLS PIN #72621913
Mar 31, 2020
Sold
$650,000
$462/sq ft
Feb 26, 2020
Pending
—
Feb 20, 2020
Listed
$629,000
$447/sq ft
+8
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.
MLS PIN #71173590
Nov 7, 2011
Sold
$329,000
$234/sq ft
Oct 1, 2011
Contingent
—
Sep 2, 2011
Price Changed
$339,000
$241/sq ft
Aug 7, 2011
Relisted
—
Aug 6, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jun 20, 2011
Price Changed
$349,000
$248/sq ft
Jun 2, 2011
Price Changed
$359,000
$255/sq ft
Jun 2, 2011
Relisted
—
Dec 31, 2010
Contingent
—
Dec 30, 2010
Listed
$349,000
$248/sq ft
+1
Unique Antique! 2 bedroom Antique Colonial built in 1800. Features hardwood floors, cathedral window arching over lovely flower garden and patio. Special vintage items include farmers wagon wheel, cast iron spiral staircase from 1912 and an antique Boston street lamp. Roof, heat, electric are all newer. This property affords great access to routes 2, 128 and Boston.
Public Records
Aug 19, 1998
Sold
$175,000
$124/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 1980
Sold
$30,000
$21/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,673 (+3.8%)
$530,000 + $337,000
$867,000
2025
$10,285 (+6.0%)
$504,000 + $337,000
$841,000
2024
$9,702 (+2.4%)
$480,000 + $312,000
$792,000
2023
$9,477 (+4.2%)
$437,000 + $292,000
$729,000
2022
$9,094 (+33.6%)
$397,000 + $262,000
$659,000
2021
$6,806 (+3.1%)
$378,000 + $95,000
$473,000
2020
$6,604 (+4.2%)
$378,000 + $92,000
$470,000
2019
$6,340 (+5.1%)
$360,000 + $89,000
$449,000
2018
$6,035 (+4.4%)
$343,000 + $79,000
$422,000
2017
$5,782 (+3.9%)
$327,000 + $72,000
$399,000
2016
$5,563 (+15.7%)
$311,000 + $70,000
$381,000
2014
$4,808 (+2.7%)
$257,000 + $53,000
$310,000
2013
$4,682 (−0.7%)
$257,000 + $51,000
$308,000
2012
$4,716 (+3.0%)
$257,000 + $58,000
$315,000
2011
$4,579 (+3.9%)
$257,000 + $61,000
$318,000
2010
$4,407 (+2.3%)
$257,000 + $61,000
$318,000
2009
$4,306
$271,000 + $61,000
$332,000
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,920 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,300
Year built
1800
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3174261S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street, Driveway
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 213.69
Length: 16.33
Width: 13.08
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Closet - Double
Year Built Details: Approximate,Certified Historic
Color: green
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Stone Wall
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 1408
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Frontage Length: 129
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,285
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling: Heat Pump, Ductless
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Bowman
Middle Or Junior School: Clarke
High School: Lhs
Location Information
Directions: Pleasant Street to Fern Street (across from Wolsons Farm)
UnparsedAddress: 12 Fern St, Lexington MA 02421
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,300
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,920 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1800
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3174261S
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Bowman Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
Jonas Clarke Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
Lexington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
10/10
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