Proudly presenting this rare offering to welcome you to 20 Winthrop Road; one of Lexington’s most coveted streets in historic Munroe Hill. Sitting on nearly half an acre of professionally landscaped grounds, you will find this magnificent home designed by Lexington's highly regarded local twentieth century architect Willard Brown and enhanced by renowned artist William Henry Grueby. Exquisitely maintained and updated over the years since, this home showcases the early 1900’s charm and seamlessly blends the best of modern living filled with luxury amenities. This six-bedroom home showcases warmth and light throughout with many spaces for formal or casual entertaining inside and out. The exterior features a spacious deck with pergola leading to a beautifully lit yard surrounded by mature plantings. This home is just a short walk to the town center, schools, trails, and a quick drive to commuting routes. OPEN HOUSE CANCELLED.
Unusual and interesting Arts and Crafts Shingle style home was designed by Lexington's highly regarded local twentieth century architect Willard Brown and enhanced by renowned artist William Henry Grueby. This very unique home is filled with natural light with an open floor plan which is perfect for entertaining. Many updates include architect designed kitchen with Sub Zero refrigerator, GE Profile appliances, granite and corian, All updated baths, one with whirlpool. Updated wiring, plumbing, heating system, plus addition of central air and central alarm. Other special features include leaded glass windows, leaded glass cabinets and an exceptional living room fireplace surround with carved scenic "Pines by Grueby.
Public Records
Feb 22, 1995
Sold
$60,000
$13/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$30,356 (+5.2%)
$1,139,000 + $1,327,000
$2,466,000
2025
$28,851 (+17.5%)
$1,084,000 + $1,275,000
$2,359,000
2024
$24,561 (+1.6%)
$1,033,000 + $972,000
$2,005,000
2023
$24,180 (+4.2%)
$939,000 + $921,000
$1,860,000
2022
$23,212 (+1.8%)
$853,000 + $829,000
$1,682,000
2021
$22,808 (+0.5%)
$813,000 + $772,000
$1,585,000
2020
$22,691 (+4.6%)
$813,000 + $802,000
$1,615,000
2019
$21,688 (+3.5%)
$774,000 + $762,000
$1,536,000
2018
$20,964 (+1.4%)
$717,000 + $749,000
$1,466,000
2017
$20,677 (+2.1%)
$683,000 + $744,000
$1,427,000
2016
$20,250 (+11.3%)
$627,000 + $760,000
$1,387,000
2014
$18,193 (+2.0%)
$510,000 + $663,000
$1,173,000
2013
$17,830 (−0.2%)
$510,000 + $663,000
$1,173,000
2012
$17,874 (+0.4%)
$534,000 + $660,000
$1,194,000
2011
$17,798 (+3.9%)
$538,000 + $698,000
$1,236,000
2010
$17,131 (+4.5%)
$538,000 + $698,000
$1,236,000
2009
$16,394
$566,000 + $698,000
$1,264,000
Tax history for 20 Winthrop Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$30,356 (+5.2%)
$1,139,000 + $1,327,000
$2,466,000
2025
$28,851 (+17.5%)
$1,084,000 + $1,275,000
$2,359,000
2024
$24,561 (+1.6%)
$1,033,000 + $972,000
$2,005,000
2023
$24,180 (+4.2%)
$939,000 + $921,000
$1,860,000
2022
$23,212 (+1.8%)
$853,000 + $829,000
$1,682,000
2021
$22,808 (+0.5%)
$813,000 + $772,000
$1,585,000
2020
$22,691 (+4.6%)
$813,000 + $802,000
$1,615,000
2019
$21,688 (+3.5%)
$774,000 + $762,000
$1,536,000
2018
$20,964 (+1.4%)
$717,000 + $749,000
$1,466,000
2017
$20,677 (+2.1%)
$683,000 + $744,000
$1,427,000
2016
$20,250 (+11.3%)
$627,000 + $760,000
$1,387,000
2014
$18,193 (+2.0%)
$510,000 + $663,000
$1,173,000
2013
$17,830 (−0.2%)
$510,000 + $663,000
$1,173,000
2012
$17,874 (+0.4%)
$534,000 + $660,000
$1,194,000
2011
$17,798 (+3.9%)
$538,000 + $698,000
$1,236,000
2010
$17,131 (+4.5%)
$538,000 + $698,000
$1,236,000
2009
$16,394
$566,000 + $698,000
$1,264,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
6
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,402
Year built
1882
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
872294S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 8
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Insulated, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.41
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $24,561
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Radiant, Oil, Propane
Cooling: Central Air, Dual
Location
Location Information
Directions: Mass Ave or Waltham Street to Winthrop Street
UnparsedAddress: 20 Winthrop Road, Lexington MA 02421
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,402
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1882
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 872294S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Maria Hastings Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
10/10
Wm Diamond Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
9/10
Lexington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
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