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Off market dec 2013 for $612K

$1,180,833

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $307/mo

•

1,559

sq ft

26 Taft Ave, Lexington, MA 02420

About this home

This beautifully maintained Cape,surrounded by gorgeous stone walls, is sited on a lush, lovely, manicured lot in convenient Liberty Heights. Warm and inviting, this home features stained glass windows, hardwood floors, living room with brick fireplace, sun filled dining room and a 4-season sun room with abundant windows overlooking back yard. The Master bedroom has a cathedral ceiling and scenic view. Kitchen features custom made tile from Costa Rica. On the second floor, find a secret, hide away play room, ample storage and another bedroom. The lower level family room has a working stone fireplace, tiled floor and good light. Many updates have been done by the owner of the last 38 years including boiler (2003), B- Dry Basement system (2005), upgraded electric (2000), roof (2008), blown in insulation and fresh sod in the yard (2013). Located a short distance from public transportation, conservation land, Minuteman Bike Path, shops, restaurants, and Wilson Farm.

Single-familyProperty Type

1938Year Built

8,633 sq ftLot Size

$757Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Darbie Stokes • Hammond Residential

Bought with Casey Elia • RE/MAX Leading Edge

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•Source:MLS PIN #71600851

Redfin Estimate

$1,180,833

$569K since sold in December 2013$9,000 since October

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B
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C
3 beds2 baths1,628 sq ft
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D
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$810,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,250 sq ft
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$1,165,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths1,700 sq ft
11 Crescent Hill Ave, Lexington, MA 02420

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Market trends in 02421, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

99.5%

1.4% MoM

Median sale price

$1.8M

$155K MoM

Avg. days on market

34d

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Sale history for 26 Taft Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$14,181 (+6.6%)

$680,000 + $472,000

$1,152,000

2025

$13,306 (+2.9%)

$647,000 + $441,000

$1,088,000

2024

$12,936 (+4.9%)

$616,000 + $440,000

$1,056,000

2023

$12,337 (+15.2%)

$560,000 + $389,000

$949,000

2022

$10,709 (+0.2%)

$509,000 + $267,000

$776,000

2021

$10,692 (+2.4%)

$485,000 + $258,000

$743,000

2020

$10,439 (−3.9%)

$485,000 + $258,000

$743,000

2019

$10,858 (+3.2%)

$462,000 + $307,000

$769,000

2018

$10,525 (+3.5%)

$440,000 + $296,000

$736,000

2017

$10,172 (+4.1%)

$406,000 + $296,000

$702,000

2016

$9,767 (+40.9%)

$387,000 + $282,000

$669,000

2014

$6,933 (+6.1%)

$313,000 + $134,000

$447,000

2013

$6,536 (+6.2%)

$313,000 + $117,000

$430,000

2012

$6,153 (+4.2%)

$295,000 + $116,000

$411,000

2011

$5,904 (+3.9%)

$295,000 + $115,000

$410,000

2010

$5,683 (+5.8%)

$295,000 + $115,000

$410,000

2009

$5,370

$311,000 + $103,000

$414,000

Tax history for 26 Taft Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$14,181 (+6.6%)

$680,000 + $472,000

$1,152,000

2025

$13,306 (+2.9%)

$647,000 + $441,000

$1,088,000

2024

$12,936 (+4.9%)

$616,000 + $440,000

$1,056,000

2023

$12,337 (+15.2%)

$560,000 + $389,000

$949,000

2022

$10,709 (+0.2%)

$509,000 + $267,000

$776,000

2021

$10,692 (+2.4%)

$485,000 + $258,000

$743,000

2020

$10,439 (−3.9%)

$485,000 + $258,000

$743,000

2019

$10,858 (+3.2%)

$462,000 + $307,000

$769,000

2018

$10,525 (+3.5%)

$440,000 + $296,000

$736,000

2017

$10,172 (+4.1%)

$406,000 + $296,000

$702,000

2016

$9,767 (+40.9%)

$387,000 + $282,000

$669,000

2014

$6,933 (+6.1%)

$313,000 + $134,000

$447,000

2013

$6,536 (+6.2%)

$313,000 + $117,000

$430,000

2012

$6,153 (+4.2%)

$295,000 + $116,000

$411,000

2011

$5,904 (+3.9%)

$295,000 + $115,000

$410,000

2010

$5,683 (+5.8%)

$295,000 + $115,000

$410,000

2009

$5,370

$311,000 + $103,000

$414,000

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,712 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,622

Year built

1938

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3256024S

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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 220
Length: 10
Width: 22
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 130
Length: 10
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 100
Length: 10
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 48
Length: 6
Width: 8
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 32
Length: 4
Width: 8
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Living Room Information
Area: 231
Length: 11
Width: 21
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Stained Glass

Family Room Information
Area: 374
Length: 11
Width: 34
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Dining Room Information
Area: 143
Length: 11
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Stained Glass

Kitchen Information
Area: 135
Length: 9
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Vinyl,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Exterior Access

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 12X15
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Door Features: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Sun Room, Play Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,559
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame, Brick
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: White/Red

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Other Structures: Workshop

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.2
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,536
Tax Year: 2013

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: Steam, Oil
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Massachusetts Avenue to Taft.
UnparsedAddress: 26 Taft Avenue, Lexington MA 02420

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,622
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3256024S

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: Stained Glass Panels On Inside Front Door ,Garden Sculptures, Dehumidifier/Air Filter In Ll.
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Bowman Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi

10/10

Jonas Clarke Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi

10/10

Lexington High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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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

53% 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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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.12M – $1.36M

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Home values near 26 Taft Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
24 Taft Avenue, Lexington, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1099 Sq. Ft.	$869,884
25 Taft Avenue, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3407 Sq. Ft.	$1,848,806
31 Taft Avenue, Lexington, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2544 Sq. Ft.	$1,358,938
28 Taft Avenue, Lexington, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1706 Sq. Ft.	$1,026,492
4 Aerial Street, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4164 Sq. Ft.	$2,420,685
10 Aerial Street, Lexington, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1608 Sq. Ft.	$1,207,648
11 Aerial Street, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1383 Sq. Ft.	$1,001,030

Address	Redfin Estimate
30 Taft Avenue, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1586 Sq. Ft.	$1,117,616
21 Taft Avenue, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2451 Sq. Ft.	$1,487,784
32 Taft Avenue, Lexington, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1251 Sq. Ft.	$1,017,946
2 Daniels Street, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2900 Sq. Ft.	$1,986,061
6 Aerial Street, Lexington, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2000 Sq. Ft.	$1,259,388
12 Aerial Street, Lexington, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1408 Sq. Ft.	$1,060,683
9 Aerial Street, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2000 Sq. Ft.	$1,345,226

Address	Redfin Estimate
27 Taft Avenue, Lexington, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2203 Sq. Ft.	$1,224,732
19 Taft Avenue, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1650 Sq. Ft.	$1,248,078
28 Taft Avenue, Lexington, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1706 Sq. Ft.	$1,036,841
4 Daniels Street, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1977 Sq. Ft.	$1,350,841
8 Aerial Street, Lexington, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4562 Sq. Ft.	$2,519,301
14 Aerial Street, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2091 Sq. Ft.	$1,316,113
7 Aerial Street, Lexington, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1387 Sq. Ft.	$1,158,005

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