SOLD JUL 31, 2026

Sold on Jul 2026

$896,940

•

1,408

sq ft

12 Fern St, Lexington, MA 02421

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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

Bought with Vinh Nguyen • Hilltop Realty

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73534004

Redfin Estimate

$923,826

$27K since sold in July 2026$13K since August

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B
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C
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D
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$890,000
E
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SOLD BY REDFIN JUN 24, 2026
$899,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,567 sq ft
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Market trends in 02421, MA

Last updated August 2026

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Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

102.5%

+0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$1.6M

$71K MoM

Avg. days on market

22d

0 days MoM

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Rental estimate

Est. $3,055 per month, based on comparable rentals

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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.
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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

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

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

Baths

Stories

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

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 162
Length: 13.5
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 118.62
Length: 12.17
Width: 9.75
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 78.17
Length: 11.17
Width: 7
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Double Vanity

Living Room Information
Area: 195.42
Length: 17.5
Width: 11.17
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Open Floorplan

Dining Room Information
Level: First

Kitchen Information
Area: 285.83
Length: 17.5
Width: 16.33
Level: First
Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s),Flooring - Wood,Open Floorplan,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Lighting - Pendant

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 13'6X7'8
Laundry Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Appliances
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,408
Foundation Area: 1
Foundation Details: Block, Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
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

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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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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

48% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Lexington, MA • 02421

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Sun exposure

88/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

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$878,000 – $1.06M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
38 Fern St, Lexington, MA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 704 Sq. Ft.	$677,454
28 Fern St, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3356 Sq. Ft.	$1,990,855

Address	Redfin Estimate
27 Fern St, Lexington, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 6100 Sq. Ft.	$2,904,621
32 Fern St, Lexington, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2168 Sq. Ft.	$2,086,041

Address	Redfin Estimate
3 Fern St, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3230 Sq. Ft.	$1,811,947
21 Fern St, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3486 Sq. Ft.	$1,845,540

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