Storybook cape in the heart of the Manor sits atop a slight hill on a beautifully developed corner lot with many mature plantings. Relax on the patio in the private fenced yard or enjoy the garden from the 3 season room with slider access to the yard. The front entry leads to a formal dining room with built in china cabinet. The kitchen is well designed to maximize space with a number of oak cabinets and shelves. The half bath is tucked into the back foyer. The front to back living room has a fireplace and is brightened by four windows and a door to the sunroom with attached garage beyond. Upstairs is a good size master with two closets and eaves storage. The second bedroom is bright and sunny with built in drawers and closet. The lower level has a large office/playroom with new W/W carpet and build in bookshelves. HW floors throughout the main & upper level, six panel doors, & oversized Andersen replacement windows bring in an abundance of natural light and offer views to the garden.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
6,634 sq ftLot Size
$921Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Edith Desmond• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lexington
Bought with Judith Brosnan• Leading Edge Real Estate
Lovingly Cared For Cape on pretty corner lot in the heart of The Manor. Numerous updates since 2006. Current owner’s attention to detail will make life easier in the years to come. Well planned gardens, walking paths, fenced private yard with patio, irrigation & cobblestone driveway. Inside is a dream w/hardwood on 1st & 2nd levels. The front entry leads to formal front to back LR w/fireplace & book shelves. Three-season porch updated in 2007 with tall French doors, elongated windows & direct access to garage & yard. Formal DR is charming w/china cabinet & chair rail. The kitchen is beyond efficient w/ added custom cabinetry, updated appliances, oversized stainless sink & two windows overlooking the gardens. Renovated powder room is brilliantly tucked in off the kitchen & has a bamboo floor. Family room on LL has knotty pine custom cabinetry & Berber carpet. Two bedrooms with architectural details including arched openings & custom built-ins plus renovated full bath in 2006.
MLS PIN #70338024
Jun 19, 2006
Sold
$520,000
$383/sq ft
May 4, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Feb 28, 2006
Listed
$549,000
$405/sq ft
Savor The Charm! Instant attraction is what you will experience the moment you enter this pristine Cape in the heart of the Manor! Meticulously maintained inside and out! Formal FP'd LR w/ HW Flrs. Lovely DR w/ many custom features including corner cab w/arch & keystone detail, chair rail & Williamsburg Chandelier.Cheery kitchen w/HW flrs & newer appliances. Fabulous LL w/FP'd FR. Screened porch & Gorgeous fenced yard.This home is a total pleasure with it's perfect balance of style and function
Public Records
Jun 1, 1999
Sold
$347,000
$256/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 21, 1990
Sold
$225,000
$166/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$17,899 (+6.8%)
$734,000 + $720,000
$1,454,000
2025
$16,767 (+47.3%)
$699,000 + $672,000
$1,371,000
2024
$11,380 (+4.6%)
$666,000 + $263,000
$929,000
2023
$10,881 (+4.0%)
$605,000 + $232,000
$837,000
2022
$10,460 (+3.4%)
$550,000 + $208,000
$758,000
2021
$10,116 (+2.4%)
$502,000 + $201,000
$703,000
2020
$9,877 (+5.0%)
$502,000 + $201,000
$703,000
2019
$9,404 (+5.4%)
$478,000 + $188,000
$666,000
2018
$8,923 (−1.8%)
$455,000 + $169,000
$624,000
2017
$9,085 (+9.9%)
$445,000 + $182,000
$627,000
2016
$8,264 (+15.3%)
$405,000 + $161,000
$566,000
2014
$7,166 (+3.2%)
$335,000 + $127,000
$462,000
2013
$6,946 (+2.0%)
$335,000 + $122,000
$457,000
2012
$6,811 (+4.0%)
$335,000 + $120,000
$455,000
2011
$6,552 (+3.9%)
$335,000 + $120,000
$455,000
2010
$6,306 (+2.8%)
$335,000 + $120,000
$455,000
2009
$6,135
$353,000 + $120,000
$473,000
Tax history for 31 Simonds Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$17,899 (+6.8%)
$734,000 + $720,000
$1,454,000
2025
$16,767 (+47.3%)
$699,000 + $672,000
$1,371,000
2024
$11,380 (+4.6%)
$666,000 + $263,000
$929,000
2023
$10,881 (+4.0%)
$605,000 + $232,000
$837,000
2022
$10,460 (+3.4%)
$550,000 + $208,000
$758,000
2021
$10,116 (+2.4%)
$502,000 + $201,000
$703,000
2020
$9,877 (+5.0%)
$502,000 + $201,000
$703,000
2019
$9,404 (+5.4%)
$478,000 + $188,000
$666,000
2018
$8,923 (−1.8%)
$455,000 + $169,000
$624,000
2017
$9,085 (+9.9%)
$445,000 + $182,000
$627,000
2016
$8,264 (+15.3%)
$405,000 + $161,000
$566,000
2014
$7,166 (+3.2%)
$335,000 + $127,000
$462,000
2013
$6,946 (+2.0%)
$335,000 + $122,000
$457,000
2012
$6,811 (+4.0%)
$335,000 + $120,000
$455,000
2011
$6,552 (+3.9%)
$335,000 + $120,000
$455,000
2010
$6,306 (+2.8%)
$335,000 + $120,000
$455,000
2009
$6,135
$353,000 + $120,000
$473,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,534 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,251
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1863372S
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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Slider, Sun Room
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,357
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Yellow
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees, Garden
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,403.92
Tax Year: 2019
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Bedford St or Burlington St to Simonds Rd, home located on corner of Simonds and Gleason
UnparsedAddress: 31 Simonds Rd, Lexington MA 02420
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,251
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1863372S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Joseph Estabrook Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Wm Diamond Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Lexington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
10/10
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