An opportunity like this does not come along often! This gorgeous Victorian has been meticulously reinvented by tastefully blending the elegance and character of the past with the flow, function and amenities for today’s lifestyle. Completely new from the studs out, with all new systems plus a brand new addition. Majestically sited on a beautiful 2+ acre lot, this one of a kind home features four levels of wonderfully finished living space with extensive millwork, transom windows, French doors, crown moldings and numerous built-ins that reflect the quality that has become the hallmark of one of Lexington’s most renowned builders. Convenient to schools, recreation, H-Mart, conservation trails, shopping and more!
Single-familyProperty Type
1880Year Built
2.16 acresLot Size
$606Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Stephen Stratford• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Bought with Paul Tansino• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Winchester
Spacious historical colonial on a large lot with a paved driveway! This property is in need of a complete renovation inside and out. Property has private sewage and the Title V inspection has not been done nor on record. Important Info: This property will NOT qualify for financing, CASH offers only. Property is on the Lexington Homes of Historical Value List, which means-You CANNOT demo this house, appeals and processing will take approximately 12 months with the Historical Commission, the building and zoning department have no influence over the Historical Comm. Particular renovations will have to be approved by the Historical Commission Board. See firm remarks for offer instructions and download all attachments. Buyer is responsible for smoke inspection. HIGHEST AND BEST OFFERS ARE DUE 9/17/13 @ 4PM.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$25,063 (+5.0%)
$762,000 + $1,274,000
$2,036,000
2025
$23,873 (+1.6%)
$728,000 + $1,224,000
$1,952,000
2024
$23,508 (+0.7%)
$693,000 + $1,226,000
$1,919,000
2023
$23,335 (+3.9%)
$633,000 + $1,162,000
$1,795,000
2022
$22,453 (+2.1%)
$580,000 + $1,047,000
$1,627,000
2021
$21,988 (−0.1%)
$554,000 + $974,000
$1,528,000
2020
$22,016 (+4.6%)
$554,000 + $1,013,000
$1,567,000
2019
$21,039 (+3.8%)
$529,000 + $961,000
$1,490,000
2018
$20,263 (−1.5%)
$506,000 + $911,000
$1,417,000
2017
$20,576 (+8.7%)
$467,000 + $953,000
$1,420,000
2016
$18,922 (+57.8%)
$446,000 + $850,000
$1,296,000
2014
$11,989 (+2.0%)
$360,000 + $413,000
$773,000
2013
$11,750 (+3.6%)
$360,000 + $413,000
$773,000
2012
$11,347 (+2.9%)
$340,000 + $418,000
$758,000
2011
$11,030 (+3.9%)
$324,000 + $442,000
$766,000
2010
$10,617 (+4.7%)
$324,000 + $442,000
$766,000
2009
$10,143
$340,000 + $442,000
$782,000
Tax history for 149 Adams St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$25,063 (+5.0%)
$762,000 + $1,274,000
$2,036,000
2025
$23,873 (+1.6%)
$728,000 + $1,224,000
$1,952,000
2024
$23,508 (+0.7%)
$693,000 + $1,226,000
$1,919,000
2023
$23,335 (+3.9%)
$633,000 + $1,162,000
$1,795,000
2022
$22,453 (+2.1%)
$580,000 + $1,047,000
$1,627,000
2021
$21,988 (−0.1%)
$554,000 + $974,000
$1,528,000
2020
$22,016 (+4.6%)
$554,000 + $1,013,000
$1,567,000
2019
$21,039 (+3.8%)
$529,000 + $961,000
$1,490,000
2018
$20,263 (−1.5%)
$506,000 + $911,000
$1,417,000
2017
$20,576 (+8.7%)
$467,000 + $953,000
$1,420,000
2016
$18,922 (+57.8%)
$446,000 + $850,000
$1,296,000
2014
$11,989 (+2.0%)
$360,000 + $413,000
$773,000
2013
$11,750 (+3.6%)
$360,000 + $413,000
$773,000
2012
$11,347 (+2.9%)
$340,000 + $418,000
$758,000
2011
$11,030 (+3.9%)
$324,000 + $442,000
$766,000
2010
$10,617 (+4.7%)
$324,000 + $442,000
$766,000
2009
$10,143
$340,000 + $442,000
$782,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.16 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,129
Year built
1880
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3240302S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Wet Bar, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Play Room, Exercise Room, Wine Cellar, Central Vacuum, Wet Bar
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,314
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Color: Gray
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Professional Landscaping
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 2.16
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Frontage Length: 284
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2015
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Propane
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Hancock to Adams
UnparsedAddress: 149 Adams Street, Lexington MA 02420
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,129
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 2.16 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1880
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3240302S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Fiske
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Wm Diamond Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Lexington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
10/10
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