Young four bed, 4.5 bath colonial impeccably maintained, built by one of Lexington's most distinguished builders. Sensible floor plan loaded with richly appointed millwork, an open concept kitchen and family room, entertainment style living & dining rooms with a first floor office. The second floor offers four bedrooms, including a sizable master suite, uniquely offering a dressing room with vanity/make up station, a large walk in closet and another room currently used as a second home office/work out space which could be converted to additional closet space or nursery. The sun-lit walk up third floor is finished with flexible bonus living space with full bath and plentiful storage. The lower level also offers storage or could be finished for more living area. Located in a top area of Lexington, approximately one mile to the center, Hayden Rec and Lexington High in addition to an easy walk to Pine Meadows, Lexington Golf Club and many conservation trails. Great commuting location!
Single-familyProperty Type
2011Year Built
0.32 acresLot Size
$545Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Kristin Brown• Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
Bought with Wendy Schofield Salines• Keller Williams Gateway Realty
Stunning new colonial built with quality and craftmanship, on spacious level lot. Choice location near walking trails and Pine Meadows Golf Course. Traditional Farmers Porch, home has inviting floor plan for entertaining as well as informal enjoyment. Gourmet chef's kitchen, richly detailed cherry cabinets, granite countertops, and oversized center island. Luxurious master suite w/sitting area & add'l bedrms have direct entry to full baths. Bonus finished 3rd. floor offers flexible living space
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$28,621 (+0.3%)
$901,000 + $1,424,000
$2,325,000
2025
$28,533 (+4.0%)
$858,000 + $1,475,000
$2,333,000
2024
$27,440 (+6.5%)
$817,000 + $1,423,000
$2,240,000
2023
$25,766 (+2.8%)
$743,000 + $1,239,000
$1,982,000
2022
$25,061 (+0.3%)
$675,000 + $1,141,000
$1,816,000
2021
$24,981 (+7.7%)
$615,000 + $1,121,000
$1,736,000
2020
$23,197 (+2.2%)
$615,000 + $1,036,000
$1,651,000
2019
$22,691 (+3.5%)
$586,000 + $1,021,000
$1,607,000
2018
$21,922 (−2.1%)
$558,000 + $975,000
$1,533,000
2017
$22,387 (+9.1%)
$593,000 + $952,000
$1,545,000
2016
$20,528 (+2.4%)
$565,000 + $841,000
$1,406,000
2014
$20,054 (+1.3%)
$467,000 + $826,000
$1,293,000
2013
$19,790 (+1.4%)
$467,000 + $835,000
$1,302,000
2012
$19,521 (+165.3%)
$486,000 + $818,000
$1,304,000
2011
$7,358 (+19.3%)
$317,000 + $194,000
$511,000
2010
$6,168 (+2.9%)
$317,000 + $128,000
$445,000
2009
$5,992
$334,000 + $128,000
$462,000
Tax history for 157 Cedar St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$28,621 (+0.3%)
$901,000 + $1,424,000
$2,325,000
2025
$28,533 (+4.0%)
$858,000 + $1,475,000
$2,333,000
2024
$27,440 (+6.5%)
$817,000 + $1,423,000
$2,240,000
2023
$25,766 (+2.8%)
$743,000 + $1,239,000
$1,982,000
2022
$25,061 (+0.3%)
$675,000 + $1,141,000
$1,816,000
2021
$24,981 (+7.7%)
$615,000 + $1,121,000
$1,736,000
2020
$23,197 (+2.2%)
$615,000 + $1,036,000
$1,651,000
2019
$22,691 (+3.5%)
$586,000 + $1,021,000
$1,607,000
2018
$21,922 (−2.1%)
$558,000 + $975,000
$1,533,000
2017
$22,387 (+9.1%)
$593,000 + $952,000
$1,545,000
2016
$20,528 (+2.4%)
$565,000 + $841,000
$1,406,000
2014
$20,054 (+1.3%)
$467,000 + $826,000
$1,293,000
2013
$19,790 (+1.4%)
$467,000 + $835,000
$1,302,000
2012
$19,521 (+165.3%)
$486,000 + $818,000
$1,304,000
2011
$7,358 (+19.3%)
$317,000 + $194,000
$511,000
2010
$6,168 (+2.9%)
$317,000 + $128,000
$445,000
2009
$5,992
$334,000 + $128,000
$462,000
*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
4.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.32 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,148
Year built
2011
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1561223S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Insulated, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Interior Features: Closet - Linen, Walk-In Closet(s), Attic Access, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Bathroom - Half, Lighting - Overhead, Study, Bonus Room, Bathroom, Office, Central Vacuum, Walk-Up Attic, Wired for Sound
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,752
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Sage Green
Lead Paint: None
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.32
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $23,197
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Propane
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Mass Ave to Cedar Street or Hill to Cedar
UnparsedAddress: 157 Cedar St, Lexington MA 02421
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,148
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2011
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1561223S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
Exclusions: Piano And Gym Equipment Are Negotiable.
StandardStatus: Closed
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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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