Charming storybook Cape set on a beautifully landscaped 11,676 sq. ft. corner lot in a desirable Lexington location. This warm and inviting home blends classic character with thoughtful updates, featuring a sun-filled living room with a wood-burning fireplace, formal dining room with slider to a screened porch, and an updated kitchen with newer appliances. The main level offers two spacious bedrooms and a full bath. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms, a second full bath, and a versatile bonus space ideal for a reading nook, study area, or playroom. First floor and bedrooms on 2nd floor have newly refinished hardwood flooring. The lower level includes laundry, storage, gym space, and a finished bonus room perfect for a home office, media room, or hobbies. The expansive yard offers ample room for gardening, recreation, and future expansion. Convenient to schools, parks, golf, shopping, and major commuting routes. This is a gem!
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
0.27 acresLot Size
$617Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Suzanne Winchester Miller• Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
Est. $4,335 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 148 Cedar St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73547337
Sep 18, 2026
Sold
$1,137,500
$617/sq ft
Aug 26, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 12, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 30, 2026
Price Changed
$1,199,000
$651/sq ft
Jul 9, 2026
Listed
$1,249,000
$678/sq ft
MLS PIN #70206479
Jul 27, 2005
Sold
$650,000
$353/sq ft
Jun 22, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Jun 9, 2005
Listed
$655,000
$355/sq ft
Home in excellent condition. Freshly painted inside and out. Enclosed porch leads to fenced in yard, swing set included. 2 yr old roof. Hardwood floors.Brand new hardwood kitchen floor. Fireplaced lvingroom. Great family neighborhood. Walking distance to the Hayden Recreation Center.
MLS PIN #30347987
Nov 1, 1999
Sold
$368,500
$200/sq ft
Oct 14, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Aug 20, 1999
Listed
$369,000
$200/sq ft
AFFORDABLE 8 RM CAPE IN WONDERFUL FAMILY NEIGHBORHOOD! WALK TO VILLAGE, GOLF COURSE, HIKING CONSERVATION TRAILS VIEW BACKYARD, PLAYTIME & GARDENING , GREAT VALUE! AVAILABLE DECEMBER 17TH
Public Records
Jun 27, 1990
Sold
$242,500
$132/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$13,455 (+6.5%)
$712,000 + $381,000
$1,093,000
2025
$12,634 (+3.0%)
$678,000 + $355,000
$1,033,000
2024
$12,262 (+4.7%)
$646,000 + $355,000
$1,001,000
2023
$11,713 (+4.1%)
$587,000 + $314,000
$901,000
2022
$11,247 (+0.2%)
$534,000 + $281,000
$815,000
2021
$11,224 (+2.4%)
$508,000 + $272,000
$780,000
2020
$10,959 (+5.0%)
$508,000 + $272,000
$780,000
2019
$10,435 (+5.8%)
$484,000 + $255,000
$739,000
2018
$9,867 (+0.4%)
$461,000 + $229,000
$690,000
2017
$9,824 (+10.7%)
$425,000 + $253,000
$678,000
2016
$8,877 (+11.8%)
$405,000 + $203,000
$608,000
2014
$7,941 (+3.5%)
$328,000 + $184,000
$512,000
2013
$7,676 (+7.0%)
$328,000 + $177,000
$505,000
2012
$7,171 (+4.0%)
$309,000 + $170,000
$479,000
2011
$6,898 (+2.8%)
$309,000 + $170,000
$479,000
2010
$6,708 (+3.2%)
$309,000 + $175,000
$484,000
2009
$6,498
$326,000 + $175,000
$501,000
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,843
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3124354S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Open Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Appliances
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Window Features: Storm Window(s), Screens
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Concrete
Interior Features: Bonus Room, Play Room
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,843
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame, Brick
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Tan
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Screened
Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Rain Gutters, Screens, Stone Wall
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 1843
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.27
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,455
Tax Year: 2026
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Mass Ave to Cedar Street to #148, corner of Cedar and Hamblen
UnparsedAddress: 148 Cedar St, Lexington MA 02421
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,843
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3124354S
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Maria Hastings Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
Wm Diamond Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
9/10
Lexington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
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Local insights from Redfin agents
Lexington continues to be a competitive Seller's market driven by its historic appeal & location. With buildable land exhausted, true inventory growth is very constrained; development mostly replaces existing homes. New zoning laws will eventually...
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 98° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% 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
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 22% for direct sun exposure in Lexington. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.17M – $1.42M
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