Breathtaking, updated Greek Revival in heart of Lexington Center! This handsome residence with every modern luxury boasts an elegant porte-cochère, deep front Porch, slate roof. Exquisite spaces throughout include Library with built-ins, Gym with Sauna, Crafts Room, and all-glass sun-filled cathedral Playroom or Studio above the porte-cochère. 5-to-6 Bedrooms, 5 full- and 2 half-Baths, including 3rd floor In-law or Au Pair Suite. An elegant Office connects the Master Suite to the 3,600sf standout Barn. The three-story, weather-tight attached Barn features a 14' skylight and is enjoying a full structural restoration. With parking for three cars below, the upper level just needs your personal touches to create your dream music or art studio or more. With a long, pebbled driveway and lovely private gardens, this classic home sits on a prized .6-acre corner lot in the coveted Meriam Hill neighborhood. Just one block from the Battlegreen, 10-mile Minuteman Bikeway, and vibrant downtown.
Single-familyProperty Type
1845Year Built
0.61 acresLot Size
$509Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Elizabeth Crampton• Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
Bought with Wendy Oleksiak• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
This exciting 1840's home has been totally renovated. Almost 3/4 acre of prime property just off the Lexington Green. This property comes complete with an au pair suite, porte cochere and three story barn.
MLS PIN #70315953
Jun 16, 2006
Sold
$2,075,000
$370/sq ft
May 25, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jan 16, 2006
Listed
$2,525,000
$451/sq ft
Stunning, 6,000-sf historic Greek Revival home in exclusive Merriam Hill, minutes from ctr. of Lexington. Built in 1845, renovated in 1902 and completely restored with a new addition in 1996 with gourmet kitchen, crown moldings, skylites, marble fireplaces from Beacon Hill, an exercise room with sauna, and more. The top floor of the 3,600-sf barn features a 20-ft. cathedral ceiling: perfect for an artist studio, home office, or add'l living space.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$31,267 (+5.0%)
$891,000 + $1,649,000
$2,540,000
2025
$29,768 (−2.7%)
$849,000 + $1,585,000
$2,434,000
2024
$30,601 (+0.8%)
$809,000 + $1,689,000
$2,498,000
2023
$30,368 (+4.3%)
$735,000 + $1,601,000
$2,336,000
2022
$29,104 (+2.3%)
$668,000 + $1,441,000
$2,109,000
2021
$28,463 (−0.3%)
$637,000 + $1,341,000
$1,978,000
2020
$28,536 (−3.9%)
$637,000 + $1,394,000
$2,031,000
2019
$29,680 (−0.7%)
$606,000 + $1,496,000
$2,102,000
2018
$29,887 (−4.3%)
$577,000 + $1,513,000
$2,090,000
2017
$31,240 (−13.3%)
$573,000 + $1,583,000
$2,156,000
2016
$36,018 (+26.9%)
$545,000 + $1,922,000
$2,467,000
2014
$28,383 (+1.4%)
$440,000 + $1,390,000
$1,830,000
2013
$27,983 (+2.3%)
$451,000 + $1,390,000
$1,841,000
2012
$27,365 (−0.3%)
$443,000 + $1,385,000
$1,828,000
2011
$27,461 (+8.5%)
$444,000 + $1,463,000
$1,907,000
2010
$25,308 (−5.4%)
$444,000 + $1,382,000
$1,826,000
2009
$26,757
$468,000 + $1,595,000
$2,063,000
Tax history for 30 Hancock St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$31,267 (+5.0%)
$891,000 + $1,649,000
$2,540,000
2025
$29,768 (−2.7%)
$849,000 + $1,585,000
$2,434,000
2024
$30,601 (+0.8%)
$809,000 + $1,689,000
$2,498,000
2023
$30,368 (+4.3%)
$735,000 + $1,601,000
$2,336,000
2022
$29,104 (+2.3%)
$668,000 + $1,441,000
$2,109,000
2021
$28,463 (−0.3%)
$637,000 + $1,341,000
$1,978,000
2020
$28,536 (−3.9%)
$637,000 + $1,394,000
$2,031,000
2019
$29,680 (−0.7%)
$606,000 + $1,496,000
$2,102,000
2018
$29,887 (−4.3%)
$577,000 + $1,513,000
$2,090,000
2017
$31,240 (−13.3%)
$573,000 + $1,583,000
$2,156,000
2016
$36,018 (+26.9%)
$545,000 + $1,922,000
$2,467,000
2014
$28,383 (+1.4%)
$440,000 + $1,390,000
$1,830,000
2013
$27,983 (+2.3%)
$451,000 + $1,390,000
$1,841,000
2012
$27,365 (−0.3%)
$443,000 + $1,385,000
$1,828,000
2011
$27,461 (+8.5%)
$444,000 + $1,463,000
$1,907,000
2010
$25,308 (−5.4%)
$444,000 + $1,382,000
$1,826,000
2009
$26,757
$468,000 + $1,595,000
$2,063,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
6
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.61 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,441
Year built
1840
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3035184S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
Sep 20, 2023 • Final
Interior alterations
Install a new structural beam to support a sagging second floor. Remodel the second floor bathroom by removing the existing jacuzzi and installing a new tile floor.
Addition
Bathroom
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Off Street, Stone/Gravel, Paved
Directions: On the corner of Hancock St & Hancock Ave, one block north of the Minuteman Bike Way.
UnparsedAddress: 30 Hancock Street, Lexington MA 02420
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,441
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.61 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1840
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3035184S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 6
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
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Schools
Fiske
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Wm Diamond Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Lexington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
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