LEXINGTON CENTER AT ITS BEST, MUNROE HILL! This captivating gem is nestled on.32 acres of private, lush gardens & mature plantings offering a Zen like sanctuary, steps to Lexington Center & adjacent to conservation trails. Meticulously maintained, this 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home is ideal for a family that appreciates tranquility, contemporary aesthetic & the outdoors. The perfect combination of old world charm meets modern-day living is exemplified by an open, flowing floor plan, high ceilings, an array of large windows, skylights, vaulted ceilings, renovated kitchen, baths & flexible living spaces. Enjoy a wrap around deck w /sliders from the 20’ dining room, eat-in kitchen & office. A fireplaced living area, cozy family room, screened in porch & 1/2 bath round out the first floor.The second floor boasts 4 bedrooms, 3 ensuite including a vaulted ceiling primary suite w/ walk-in closet, dressing area & lovely skylit bath. NBHD tennis courts & annual parties add to the overall excellence.
Single-familyProperty Type
1916Year Built
0.32 acresLot Size
$728Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Coleman Group• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Bought with Lester Savage• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Munroe Hill Colonial with sunny flowing contemporary flair. Banks of windows, skylights, vaulted ceilings, cheery kitchen, sunroom, porch and wrap around deck all set on serene, low maintenance, park-like setting. A short walk to Lexington Center.
Public Records
Jun 1, 1993
Sold
$166,000
$53/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 1976
Sold
$80,750
$26/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$25,408 (+5.2%)
$1,112,000 + $952,000
$2,064,000
2025
$24,142 (+3.9%)
$1,059,000 + $915,000
$1,974,000
2024
$23,238 (+1.6%)
$1,009,000 + $888,000
$1,897,000
2023
$22,867 (+4.1%)
$917,000 + $842,000
$1,759,000
2022
$21,970 (+1.8%)
$834,000 + $758,000
$1,592,000
2021
$21,585 (+0.5%)
$794,000 + $706,000
$1,500,000
2020
$21,468 (+4.6%)
$794,000 + $734,000
$1,528,000
2019
$20,516 (+3.6%)
$756,000 + $697,000
$1,453,000
2018
$19,806 (+1.1%)
$700,000 + $685,000
$1,385,000
2017
$19,590 (+4.3%)
$667,000 + $685,000
$1,352,000
2016
$18,790 (+11.2%)
$612,000 + $675,000
$1,287,000
2014
$16,890 (+2.7%)
$499,000 + $590,000
$1,089,000
2013
$16,446 (−0.9%)
$499,000 + $583,000
$1,082,000
2012
$16,602 (+1.6%)
$521,000 + $588,000
$1,109,000
2011
$16,344 (+3.9%)
$513,000 + $622,000
$1,135,000
2010
$15,731 (+4.4%)
$513,000 + $622,000
$1,135,000
2009
$15,071
$540,000 + $622,000
$1,162,000
Tax history for 40 Highland Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$25,408 (+5.2%)
$1,112,000 + $952,000
$2,064,000
2025
$24,142 (+3.9%)
$1,059,000 + $915,000
$1,974,000
2024
$23,238 (+1.6%)
$1,009,000 + $888,000
$1,897,000
2023
$22,867 (+4.1%)
$917,000 + $842,000
$1,759,000
2022
$21,970 (+1.8%)
$834,000 + $758,000
$1,592,000
2021
$21,585 (+0.5%)
$794,000 + $706,000
$1,500,000
2020
$21,468 (+4.6%)
$794,000 + $734,000
$1,528,000
2019
$20,516 (+3.6%)
$756,000 + $697,000
$1,453,000
2018
$19,806 (+1.1%)
$700,000 + $685,000
$1,385,000
2017
$19,590 (+4.3%)
$667,000 + $685,000
$1,352,000
2016
$18,790 (+11.2%)
$612,000 + $675,000
$1,287,000
2014
$16,890 (+2.7%)
$499,000 + $590,000
$1,089,000
2013
$16,446 (−0.9%)
$499,000 + $583,000
$1,082,000
2012
$16,602 (+1.6%)
$521,000 + $588,000
$1,109,000
2011
$16,344 (+3.9%)
$513,000 + $622,000
$1,135,000
2010
$15,731 (+4.4%)
$513,000 + $622,000
$1,135,000
2009
$15,071
$540,000 + $622,000
$1,162,000
*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
0.32 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,801
Year built
1916
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3064359S
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: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Heating: Hot Water, Radiant, Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Mass Ave. to Winthrop Rd. to Highland Ave.
UnparsedAddress: 40 Highland Ave, Lexington MA 02421
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,801
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1916
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3064359S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Maria Hastings Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
10/10
Wm Diamond Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
9/10
Lexington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
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