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Off Market Apr 2022 for $1.4M

$1,624,872

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,386/mo

•

3,069

sq ft

54 Cary Ave, Lexington, MA 02421

About this home

Beautifully maintained Cape in a highly desirable neighborhood, within walking distance to Bridge elementary and reservoir! Minutes to I-95 and Route 2.4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. First floor features a guest bedroom/office with a full bath, living room with wood burning fireplace, and formal dining room. Cathedral ceiling in the family room with loads of sunlight and a gas fireplace. Open Kitchen with island and access to the deck overlooking the beautiful large backyard. Second floor has 3 bedrooms. Master bedroom with master bath and an interior balcony! 2 other bedrooms and a full bath. Finished lower level adds additional space for family gathering or entertainment.

Single-familyProperty Type

1948Year Built

0.46 acresLot Size

$529Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 spacesParking

Listed by Jenny Ye • Zhensight Realty LLC

Bought with Jenny Ye • Zhensight Realty LLC

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•Source:MLS PIN #72951193

Redfin Estimate

$1,624,872

$145K since sold in April 2022$32K since August

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A
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B
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$1,520,000
C
4 beds3 baths2,795 sq ft
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$1,390,000
D
4 beds2 baths2,978 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 15, 2026
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E
5 beds3 baths2,271 sq ft
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SOLD MAY 27, 2026
$1,750,000
F
4 beds3 baths2,910 sq ft
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Market trends in 02421, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.2%

1.2% MoM

Median sale price

$1.7M

$57K MoM

Avg. days on market

25d

3 days MoM

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2 MoM

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Sale history for 54 Cary Ave

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72951193

Apr 29, 2022

Sold

$1,480,000

$482/sq ft

Mar 27, 2022

Listing Removed

—

Mar 14, 2022

Contingent

—

Mar 10, 2022

Listed

$1,250,000

$407/sq ft

MLS PIN #71970511

May 27, 2016

Sold

$975,000

$318/sq ft

Mar 14, 2016

Pending

—

Mar 10, 2016

Listed

$898,000

$293/sq ft

+25

Amazing Cape, rebuilt and expanded from approximately 1000 to 3000 SF of living area into a charming art deco influenced 4 bedroom, 3 bath home sited on a tranquil 19,856 SF lot. Dramatic cathedral ceiling family room with streaming sunlight and gas fireplace, open concept kitchen with island and access to the deck and bucolic views. The master suite features a reading nook balcony and European influenced master bath while the lower level media/exercise room will provide hours of enjoyment. All windows, exterior siding replaced. New wiring, plumbing, heating, kitchen, baths, family room fireplace, media room during renovation. Systems recently updated. Terrific location within walking distance of the old "Res", public transportation and the Bridge Elementary School. Just move in and enjoy!

Public Records

Aug 11, 1992

Sold

$189,900

$62/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$15,277 (+6.5%)

$760,000 + $481,000

$1,241,000

2025

$14,346 (−7.9%)

$724,000 + $449,000

$1,173,000

2024

$15,582 (+16.6%)

$689,000 + $583,000

$1,272,000

2023

$13,364 (+4.4%)

$626,000 + $402,000

$1,028,000

2022

$12,806 (+0.1%)

$569,000 + $359,000

$928,000

2021

$12,793 (+2.4%)

$542,000 + $347,000

$889,000

2020

$12,490 (−7.7%)

$542,000 + $347,000

$889,000

2019

$13,527 (+2.3%)

$516,000 + $442,000

$958,000

2018

$13,228 (+17.3%)

$492,000 + $433,000

$925,000

2017

$11,273 (+1.6%)

$454,000 + $324,000

$778,000

2016

$11,096 (+23.8%)

$432,000 + $328,000

$760,000

2014

$8,965 (+3.5%)

$349,000 + $229,000

$578,000

2013

$8,664 (+7.4%)

$349,000 + $221,000

$570,000

2012

$8,069 (+4.9%)

$330,000 + $209,000

$539,000

2011

$7,690 (+3.9%)

$325,000 + $209,000

$534,000

2010

$7,401 (+2.5%)

$325,000 + $209,000

$534,000

2009

$7,224

$342,000 + $215,000

$557,000

Tax history for 54 Cary Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$15,277 (+6.5%)

$760,000 + $481,000

$1,241,000

2025

$14,346 (−7.9%)

$724,000 + $449,000

$1,173,000

2024

$15,582 (+16.6%)

$689,000 + $583,000

$1,272,000

2023

$13,364 (+4.4%)

$626,000 + $402,000

$1,028,000

2022

$12,806 (+0.1%)

$569,000 + $359,000

$928,000

2021

$12,793 (+2.4%)

$542,000 + $347,000

$889,000

2020

$12,490 (−7.7%)

$542,000 + $347,000

$889,000

2019

$13,527 (+2.3%)

$516,000 + $442,000

$958,000

2018

$13,228 (+17.3%)

$492,000 + $433,000

$925,000

2017

$11,273 (+1.6%)

$454,000 + $324,000

$778,000

2016

$11,096 (+23.8%)

$432,000 + $328,000

$760,000

2014

$8,965 (+3.5%)

$349,000 + $229,000

$578,000

2013

$8,664 (+7.4%)

$349,000 + $221,000

$570,000

2012

$8,069 (+4.9%)

$330,000 + $209,000

$539,000

2011

$7,690 (+3.9%)

$325,000 + $209,000

$534,000

2010

$7,401 (+2.5%)

$325,000 + $209,000

$534,000

2009

$7,224

$342,000 + $215,000

$557,000

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

19,856

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,069

Year built

1948

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2587969S

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Features

Views

Last updated by owner on May 18, 2022.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony - Interior

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 120
Length: 10
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 121
Length: 11
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 56
Length: 7
Width: 8
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 112
Length: 14
Width: 8
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 48
Length: 6
Width: 8
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Living Room Information
Area: 192
Length: 16
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 252
Length: 21
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 288
Length: 24
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Sump Pump

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Media Room, Central Vacuum

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,069
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Block, Irregular
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Storage

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.46
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,793
Tax Year: 2021

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Central Air, Ductless

Location

Location Information
Directions: Massachusetts Ave to Marrett Rd to Carey Ave
UnparsedAddress: 54 Cary Ave, Lexington MA 02421

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,069
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2587969S
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: Views

Home facts updated by owner on May 18, 2022

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 6

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Bridge Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

10/10

Jonas Clarke Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

10/10

Lexington High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi

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, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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$1.54M – $1.87M

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Home values near 54 Cary Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
52 Cary Ave, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2387 Sq. Ft.	$1,518,544
62 Cary Ave, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1320 Sq. Ft.	$1,725,207

Address	Redfin Estimate
56 Cary Ave, Lexington, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4163 Sq. Ft.	$2,559,186
66 Cary Ave, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2643 Sq. Ft.	$1,420,634

Address	Redfin Estimate
60 Cary Ave, Lexington, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4019 Sq. Ft.	$2,480,232
42 Cary Ave, Lexington, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1421 Sq. Ft.	$1,040,281

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