OFF MARKET

Off Market Jul 2021 for $1.7M

$2,095,466

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,657/mo

•

3,533

sq ft

40 Locust Ave, Lexington, MA 02421

About this home

Handsome, totally updated 5 bedroom early 1900's Dutch Colonial atop Follen Hill! Open the door to a welcoming foyer, front to back formal living room with fireplace & access to screened in sitting porch, a chef's kitchen with high end appliances, eat-in peninsula & desk area with access to the back patio & lush landscaped grounds. The kitchen opens to a large family room & formal dining room with beautiful appointments. The 2nd floor offers a generous master suite with updated spa bath, 3 additional bedrooms & main bath. Walk up 3rd floor with a large 5th bedroom & finished storage area. The lower level offers versatile living space with office area, media, playroom, workshop, laundry & more storage. Immaculately maintained with many new/newer systems, irrigation & two car garage. Highly sought after Follen Hill location, just steps to Bowman Elementary, the Minuteman Bikeway, multiple conservation trails, Wilson's Farm & major commuting routes. Easy walk to vibrant Lexington Center!

Single-familyProperty Type

1915Year Built

9,207 sq ftLot Size

$593Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Kristin Brown • Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington

Bought with Keri Caron • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

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•Source:MLS PIN #72850633

Redfin Estimate

$2,095,466

$395K since sold in July 2021$35K since July

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This home's estimate is 38.1% higher than the average sale price ($1.52M) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$2,115,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths3,909 sq ft
14 Locust Ave, Lexington, MA 02421
SOLD DEC 12, 2025
$1,500,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths3,033 sq ft
36 Independence Ave, Lexington, MA 02421
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$1,785,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths2,822 sq ft
12 Tower Rd, Lexington, MA 02421
SOLD JUN 3, 2026
$1,200,000
D
4 beds2 baths1,620 sq ft
991-993 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA 02420
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$988,000
E
4 beds1.5 baths1,792 sq ft
282 Marrett Rd, Lexington, MA 02421

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Market trends in 02421, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

102.4%

0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$1.7M

$12K MoM

Avg. days on market

22d

3 days MoM

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26 MoM

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Sale history for 40 Locust Ave

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72850633

Jul 30, 2021

Sold

$1,700,000

$481/sq ft

Jun 16, 2021

Listed

$1,599,000

$453/sq ft

MLS PIN #71901482

Nov 4, 2015

Sold

$1,200,000

$340/sq ft

Sep 16, 2015

Pending

—

Sep 9, 2015

Listed

$1,136,000

$322/sq ft

A gracious, fully updated and sun filled 5 bedroom Dutch Colonial nestled on top of Follen Hill is a rare offering! Featuring an expanded kitchen with high end amenities, eat-in peninsula, and huge bay window overlooking private yard and gardens. Master suite opens to a remodeled bath with stone and walk-in spa shower. Elegant foyer, formal living, dining rooms and a large family room off of the kitchen. The lower level offers additional living space with media, recreation and work shop rooms. The third floor has one large bedroom and unfinished possibilities. This is a well maintained home that has central air and newer mechanicals. Coveted Follen Hill location is steps to Bowman Elementary school, public transportation, Minuteman Bike Path, Wilson Farms and is a commuters dream. Come and see this picture perfect home!

Public Records

Jul 1, 1999

Sold

$657,000

$186/sq ft

MLS PIN #30312628

Jul 1, 1999

Sold

$660,000

$187/sq ft

Apr 30, 1999

Listing Removed

—

Apr 19, 1999

Listed

$649,900

$184/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 1, 1972

Sold

$56,000

$16/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$22,700 (+6.9%)

$1,039,000 + $805,000

$1,844,000

2025

$21,244 (+1.2%)

$989,000 + $748,000

$1,737,000

2024

$20,997 (+5.0%)

$942,000 + $772,000

$1,714,000

2023

$19,994 (−1.4%)

$856,000 + $682,000

$1,538,000

2022

$20,272 (+3.7%)

$779,000 + $690,000

$1,469,000

2021

$19,542 (+3.4%)

$741,000 + $617,000

$1,358,000

2020

$18,897 (+4.2%)

$741,000 + $604,000

$1,345,000

2019

$18,130 (+3.7%)

$706,000 + $578,000

$1,284,000

2018

$17,475 (+6.8%)

$654,000 + $568,000

$1,222,000

2017

$16,359 (+9.1%)

$623,000 + $506,000

$1,129,000

2016

$14,994 (+6.1%)

$572,000 + $455,000

$1,027,000

2014

$14,130 (+5.5%)

$466,000 + $445,000

$911,000

2013

$13,391 (−0.5%)

$466,000 + $415,000

$881,000

2012

$13,458 (+0.3%)

$487,000 + $412,000

$899,000

2011

$13,421 (+3.9%)

$494,000 + $438,000

$932,000

2010

$12,918 (+5.1%)

$494,000 + $438,000

$932,000

2009

$12,296

$520,000 + $428,000

$948,000

Tax history for 40 Locust Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$22,700 (+6.9%)

$1,039,000 + $805,000

$1,844,000

2025

$21,244 (+1.2%)

$989,000 + $748,000

$1,737,000

2024

$20,997 (+5.0%)

$942,000 + $772,000

$1,714,000

2023

$19,994 (−1.4%)

$856,000 + $682,000

$1,538,000

2022

$20,272 (+3.7%)

$779,000 + $690,000

$1,469,000

2021

$19,542 (+3.4%)

$741,000 + $617,000

$1,358,000

2020

$18,897 (+4.2%)

$741,000 + $604,000

$1,345,000

2019

$18,130 (+3.7%)

$706,000 + $578,000

$1,284,000

2018

$17,475 (+6.8%)

$654,000 + $568,000

$1,222,000

2017

$16,359 (+9.1%)

$623,000 + $506,000

$1,129,000

2016

$14,994 (+6.1%)

$572,000 + $455,000

$1,027,000

2014

$14,130 (+5.5%)

$466,000 + $445,000

$911,000

2013

$13,391 (−0.5%)

$466,000 + $415,000

$881,000

2012

$13,458 (+0.3%)

$487,000 + $412,000

$899,000

2011

$13,421 (+3.9%)

$494,000 + $438,000

$932,000

2010

$12,918 (+5.1%)

$494,000 + $438,000

$932,000

2009

$12,296

$520,000 + $428,000

$948,000

*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

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

9,148 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,264

Year built

1915

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1805124S

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: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 288.56
Length: 20.25
Width: 14.25
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Pocket Door

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 108.89
Length: 11.67
Width: 9.33
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 101.43
Length: 11.17
Width: 9.08
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 181.33
Length: 16
Width: 11.33
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 386
Length: 24
Width: 16.08
Level: Third
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 30
Length: 5
Width: 6
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 41.33
Length: 8
Width: 5.17
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 117.61
Length: 12.17
Width: 9.67
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Living Room Information
Area: 268.29
Length: 11.42
Width: 23.5
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,French Doors,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting

Family Room Information
Area: 250.1
Length: 12.25
Width: 20.42
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 158.88
Length: 11.42
Width: 13.92
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 377
Length: 19.33
Width: 19.5
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Peninsula

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 7'11"X7'1"
Laundry Features: In Basement, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Closet, Play Room, Media Room, Foyer, Mud Room, Sun Room, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,533
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Gray

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.21
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $19,542
Tax Year: 2021

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Corner of Locust and Lexington Avenues
UnparsedAddress: 40 Locust Avenue, Lexington MA 02421

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,264
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 9,148 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1915
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1805124S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: Washer And Dryer
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Bowman Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

10/10

Jonas Clarke Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi

10/10

Lexington High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi

10/10

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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, 14 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

50% 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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$1.99M – $2.41M

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Home values near 40 Locust Ave

Data from public records.

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35 Locust Avenue, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2200 Sq. Ft.	$1,560,926

Address	Redfin Estimate
41 Locust Avenue, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2234 Sq. Ft.	$1,836,865
33 Locust Avenue, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2072 Sq. Ft.	$1,445,971

Address	Redfin Estimate
39 Locust Avenue, Lexington, MA 6 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 4028 Sq. Ft.	$2,163,936
32 Locust Avenue, Lexington, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1635 Sq. Ft.	$1,287,663

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