Enjoy all the natural light and sweeping private wooded views via walls of glass in this updated turn-key Mid-Century-Modern Techbuilt home. Designed by Carl Koch in the International style and guided by Frank Lloyd Wright's Usonian House principles, the open floor plan maximizes flow while the siting takes advantage of the light and private 31,182 s.f lot. Current owners' updates include a kitchen (2012) with gas (propane) range, Viking fridge, and quartz counters; a master suite (2010) with new bath, laundry and huge walk-in closet/dressing room; created a new entry with a mudroom and playroom (2014); bamboo floors (2011-12); efficient heating and central AC (2010); rubber membrane roof (2008); and windows (2010). Located in the highly desirable Turning Mill neighborhood with bonded membership in the heated Paint Rock Pool, a neighborhood gathering spot with lifeguards, swimming lessons, and social events. The new Estabrook School and Paint Mine Conservation land are a stone's throw.
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
0.72 acresLot Size
$671Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 spacesParking
Listed by The Janovitz-Tse Team• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Bought with The Janovitz-Tse Team• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Priced 100k less than assessed value. This 1956 mid-century modern Techbuilt home, designed by Carl Koch, is full of architectural features and private wooded views. Designed in the international style of Frank Lloyd Wright Usonian house principles. The expansive windows let you enjoy the beautiful private 3/4 acre lot. Ready for your plans to expand and improve in a great neighborhood. Near Paint Rock Pool, Paint Mine Conservations and the Estabrook school.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$15,941 (+4.1%)
$824,000 + $471,000
$1,295,000
2025
$15,312 (+4.8%)
$785,000 + $467,000
$1,252,000
2024
$14,614 (+4.7%)
$748,000 + $445,000
$1,193,000
2023
$13,962 (+7.6%)
$680,000 + $394,000
$1,074,000
2022
$12,972
$618,000 + $322,000
$940,000
2021
$12,980 (+1.0%)
$589,000 + $313,000
$902,000
2020
$12,856 (+3.9%)
$589,000 + $326,000
$915,000
2019
$12,369 (+3.8%)
$561,000 + $315,000
$876,000
2018
$11,912 (+18.5%)
$534,000 + $299,000
$833,000
2017
$10,056 (+5.8%)
$504,000 + $190,000
$694,000
2016
$9,505 (+15.8%)
$480,000 + $171,000
$651,000
2014
$8,205 (+6.0%)
$393,000 + $136,000
$529,000
2013
$7,737 (+3.0%)
$380,000 + $129,000
$509,000
2012
$7,515 (+5.2%)
$372,000 + $130,000
$502,000
2011
$7,142 (+3.9%)
$361,000 + $135,000
$496,000
2010
$6,875 (+2.9%)
$361,000 + $135,000
$496,000
2009
$6,680
$380,000 + $135,000
$515,000
Tax history for 5 Demar Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$15,941 (+4.1%)
$824,000 + $471,000
$1,295,000
2025
$15,312 (+4.8%)
$785,000 + $467,000
$1,252,000
2024
$14,614 (+4.7%)
$748,000 + $445,000
$1,193,000
2023
$13,962 (+7.6%)
$680,000 + $394,000
$1,074,000
2022
$12,972
$618,000 + $322,000
$940,000
2021
$12,980 (+1.0%)
$589,000 + $313,000
$902,000
2020
$12,856 (+3.9%)
$589,000 + $326,000
$915,000
2019
$12,369 (+3.8%)
$561,000 + $315,000
$876,000
2018
$11,912 (+18.5%)
$534,000 + $299,000
$833,000
2017
$10,056 (+5.8%)
$504,000 + $190,000
$694,000
2016
$9,505 (+15.8%)
$480,000 + $171,000
$651,000
2014
$8,205 (+6.0%)
$393,000 + $136,000
$529,000
2013
$7,737 (+3.0%)
$380,000 + $129,000
$509,000
2012
$7,515 (+5.2%)
$372,000 + $130,000
$502,000
2011
$7,142 (+3.9%)
$361,000 + $135,000
$496,000
2010
$6,875 (+2.9%)
$361,000 + $135,000
$496,000
2009
$6,680
$380,000 + $135,000
$515,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Interior Features: Entry Hall, Mud Room, Play Room
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,051
Foundation Details: Slab
Construction Materials: Post & Beam
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Brown
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Storage
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.72
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,198
Tax Year: 2015
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Homeowners Association Membership Not Required
Location Information
Directions: Turning Mill to Demar.
UnparsedAddress: 5 Demar Rd, Lexington MA 02420
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Pool, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,051
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.72 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2758897S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: Coat Rack In Hallway And Two Peony Plants (By The Patio).
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Joseph Estabrook Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
Wm Diamond Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
Lexington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
10/10
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