Cambridge-style living in a Vermont setting! This exceptional hidden gem blends character, comfort, privacy, and convenience, just steps away from Wilson Farms, the Minuteman Bikeway, and MBTA transport to Lexington and Boston. Set back on over an acre of mostly wooded hillside, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath home in Lexington welcomes you with warmth and elegance. Step into the fireplaced living room where fir floors flow seamlessly through the main level. The dining room opens to a radiant-heated sunroom, the perfect spot to enjoy morning coffee while overlooking the landscaped backyard with stone walls and a brick patio. A first-floor bedroom, full bath, and recreation room with built-in bookcases create the option for a private main-level suite. Upstairs, retreat to the luxurious primary with a spa-like soaking tub, complemented by additional spacious bedrooms filled with natural light. Skylights and large windows bring the outdoors in, creating a bright, inviting atmosphere throughout.
Shingle Style Cottage - A Cambridge commute in a Vermont setting! Set far back from the road on an acre plus lot. Warm and inviting atmosphere. Fireplaced living room, walls of bookcases, vaulted ceilings and skylights. Unique multi-option floor plan. Rambling single family (bedroom suites, guest suites, office suites). A "gardener's paradise" just waking up - spectacular blooms to follow! Arbor covered walkway, stone walls & brick patio. Central air conditioning in addition.
MLS PIN #50296428
Oct 16, 1995
Sold
$350,000
$115/sq ft
Aug 15, 1995
Listing Removed
—
Aug 6, 1995
Listed
$356,000
$117/sq ft
TOTALLY REDONE COLONIAL SITED ON SECLUDED 1.3 ACRES. MINUTES FROM PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION AND MAJOR HIGHWAY. HONEY OAK KITCHEN WITH FIR FLOOR, 2 NEW BATHS, ONE RESTORED. SKYLIT TURNING STAIRCASE IN ENTRY. ALARM. BONUS! 3% REFUND
Public Records
Nov 20, 1984
Sold
$139,900
$46/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$22,293 (+26.6%)
$704,000 + $1,107,000
$1,811,000
2025
$17,611 (+4.8%)
$671,000 + $769,000
$1,440,000
2024
$16,807 (+1.2%)
$625,000 + $747,000
$1,372,000
2023
$16,614 (+5.1%)
$570,000 + $708,000
$1,278,000
2022
$15,801 (+2.0%)
$519,000 + $626,000
$1,145,000
2021
$15,498 (+0.3%)
$494,000 + $583,000
$1,077,000
2020
$15,455 (+4.6%)
$494,000 + $606,000
$1,100,000
2019
$14,770 (+1.8%)
$471,000 + $575,000
$1,046,000
2018
$14,515 (+2.1%)
$449,000 + $566,000
$1,015,000
2017
$14,215 (+2.7%)
$415,000 + $566,000
$981,000
2016
$13,841 (+10.6%)
$390,000 + $558,000
$948,000
2014
$12,517 (+2.0%)
$315,000 + $492,000
$807,000
2013
$12,266 (+2.3%)
$315,000 + $492,000
$807,000
2012
$11,991 (+1.4%)
$298,000 + $503,000
$801,000
2011
$11,822 (+3.9%)
$287,000 + $534,000
$821,000
2010
$11,379 (+4.9%)
$287,000 + $534,000
$821,000
2009
$10,843
$302,000 + $534,000
$836,000
Tax history for 55 Pleasant St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$22,293 (+26.6%)
$704,000 + $1,107,000
$1,811,000
2025
$17,611 (+4.8%)
$671,000 + $769,000
$1,440,000
2024
$16,807 (+1.2%)
$625,000 + $747,000
$1,372,000
2023
$16,614 (+5.1%)
$570,000 + $708,000
$1,278,000
2022
$15,801 (+2.0%)
$519,000 + $626,000
$1,145,000
2021
$15,498 (+0.3%)
$494,000 + $583,000
$1,077,000
2020
$15,455 (+4.6%)
$494,000 + $606,000
$1,100,000
2019
$14,770 (+1.8%)
$471,000 + $575,000
$1,046,000
2018
$14,515 (+2.1%)
$449,000 + $566,000
$1,015,000
2017
$14,215 (+2.7%)
$415,000 + $566,000
$981,000
2016
$13,841 (+10.6%)
$390,000 + $558,000
$948,000
2014
$12,517 (+2.0%)
$315,000 + $492,000
$807,000
2013
$12,266 (+2.3%)
$315,000 + $492,000
$807,000
2012
$11,991 (+1.4%)
$298,000 + $503,000
$801,000
2011
$11,822 (+3.9%)
$287,000 + $534,000
$821,000
2010
$11,379 (+4.9%)
$287,000 + $534,000
$821,000
2009
$10,843
$302,000 + $534,000
$836,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Sun Room, Game Room, Office
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,044
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Color: Wood
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Garden
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1.08
Road Frontage Type: Public, Private Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $17,611
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Radiant, Oil
Cooling: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Massachusetts Ave to Pleasant Street - marked by a #55 rock at end of driveway
UnparsedAddress: 55 Pleasant St, Lexington MA 02421
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,984
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.08 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2998273S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 9
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Bowman Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
Jonas Clarke Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
Lexington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
10/10
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