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Off Market Jun 2016 for $1.7M

$2,656,915

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $11,358/mo

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3,223

sq ft

56 Meriam Steet, Lexington, MA 02420

About this home

A rare find in Lexington, this true mid-century modern sits on 1.23 acres not far from Town Center. Designed by noted architect, Bissell Alderman, in 1956, it offers carefree living in a uniquely modern American home. With open floor plan and floor to ceiling glass windows in every room, the whole house is bathed in natural sunlight. 4 bedrooms, including the master with en-suite, there are 3 full baths, 2 fireplaces on two levels of comfortable living. With a brand new kitchen, gleaming new hardwood floors, a new roof, multiple fireplaces, a large game room which easily accommodates a ping pong table / pool table. Walking distance to Lexington Center, the library, bike/walking path, shops and restaurants. Others have suggested that this property might be sub-dividable, although buyer should exercise due diligence with regard to the possibility. At Seller's expense, the property will be connected to town water/sewer prior to closing.

Single-familyProperty Type

1956Year Built

1.23 acresLot Size

$824Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Harry Lipson • Charles Associates

Bought with Elizabeth McLaughlin • Hammond Residential

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•Source:MLS PIN #71919870

Redfin Estimate

$2,656,915

$957K since sold in June 2016$5,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 23.1% higher than the average sale price ($2.16M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$2,600,000
A
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SOLD AUG 14, 2026
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B
4 beds3.5 baths3,474 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 28, 2026
$1,860,000
C
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SOLD JUN 23, 2026
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D
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SOLD JUN 10, 2026
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E
5 beds3 baths3,683 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$2,603,000
F
5 beds3.5 baths4,135 sq ft
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Market trends in 02420, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.3%

0.9% MoM

Median sale price

$1.5M

$31K MoM

Avg. days on market

32d

4 days MoM

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Sale history for 56 Meriam Steet

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71919870

Jun 9, 2016

Sold

$1,700,000

$527/sq ft

Apr 22, 2016

Pending

—

Apr 11, 2016

Price Changed

$1,800,000

$558/sq ft

Oct 15, 2015

Listed

$1,999,995

$621/sq ft

MLS PIN #70362324

Jun 14, 2006

Sold

$1,799,000

$558/sq ft

May 1, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Mar 29, 2006

Listed

$1,799,000

$558/sq ft

The gardens of the former castle on the “Hayes Estate” on Meriam Hill, were one of the finest tourist attractions in all of Lexington. One and a quarter acres of the gardens was the site chosen by the current owner of 56 Meriam Street when they commissioned famous architect Bissell Alderman to design a dramatic contemporary home with walls of glass to open each room to view nature. Vaulted ceiling 34' in the living room w/FP and diningroom, family room w/FP. Show after BO Fri April 7.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$25,925 (+3.9%)

$1,237,000 + $869,000

$2,106,000

2025

$24,949 (+5.0%)

$1,179,000 + $861,000

$2,040,000

2024

$23,765 (−18.0%)

$1,123,000 + $817,000

$1,940,000

2023

$28,977 (+9.5%)

$1,024,000 + $1,205,000

$2,229,000

2022

$26,455 (−0.5%)

$933,000 + $984,000

$1,917,000

2021

$26,578 (+0.2%)

$890,000 + $957,000

$1,847,000

2020

$26,512 (+3.7%)

$890,000 + $997,000

$1,887,000

2019

$25,557 (+5.1%)

$849,000 + $961,000

$1,810,000

2018

$24,310 (−8.6%)

$786,000 + $914,000

$1,700,000

2017

$26,589 (+5.3%)

$749,000 + $1,086,000

$1,835,000

2016

$25,243 (+2.4%)

$688,000 + $1,041,000

$1,729,000

2014

$24,645 (+4.7%)

$840,000 + $749,000

$1,589,000

2013

$23,545 (+0.6%)

$840,000 + $709,000

$1,549,000

2012

$23,413 (+5.9%)

$878,000 + $686,000

$1,564,000

2011

$22,118 (+3.9%)

$824,000 + $712,000

$1,536,000

2010

$21,289 (+4.1%)

$824,000 + $712,000

$1,536,000

2009

$20,454

$865,000 + $712,000

$1,577,000

Tax history for 56 Meriam Steet

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$25,925 (+3.9%)

$1,237,000 + $869,000

$2,106,000

2025

$24,949 (+5.0%)

$1,179,000 + $861,000

$2,040,000

2024

$23,765 (−18.0%)

$1,123,000 + $817,000

$1,940,000

2023

$28,977 (+9.5%)

$1,024,000 + $1,205,000

$2,229,000

2022

$26,455 (−0.5%)

$933,000 + $984,000

$1,917,000

2021

$26,578 (+0.2%)

$890,000 + $957,000

$1,847,000

2020

$26,512 (+3.7%)

$890,000 + $997,000

$1,887,000

2019

$25,557 (+5.1%)

$849,000 + $961,000

$1,810,000

2018

$24,310 (−8.6%)

$786,000 + $914,000

$1,700,000

2017

$26,589 (+5.3%)

$749,000 + $1,086,000

$1,835,000

2016

$25,243 (+2.4%)

$688,000 + $1,041,000

$1,729,000

2014

$24,645 (+4.7%)

$840,000 + $749,000

$1,589,000

2013

$23,545 (+0.6%)

$840,000 + $709,000

$1,549,000

2012

$23,413 (+5.9%)

$878,000 + $686,000

$1,564,000

2011

$22,118 (+3.9%)

$824,000 + $712,000

$1,536,000

2010

$21,289 (+4.1%)

$824,000 + $712,000

$1,536,000

2009

$20,454

$865,000 + $712,000

$1,577,000

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.23 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,916

Year built

1956

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2627723S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Carport
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Carport, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 338
Length: 26
Width: 13
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet - Linen,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 160
Length: 16
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 100
Length: 10
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: First

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Basement

Living Room Information
Area: 525
Length: 35
Width: 15
Level: Main,First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Family Room Information
Area: 300
Length: 20
Width: 15
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled

Dining Room Information
Area: 150
Length: 15
Width: 10
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Remodeled

Kitchen Information
Area: 210
Length: 21
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Upgraded,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Flooring - Hardwood, First Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Flooring: Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Slider, Game Room, Foyer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,223
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: grey

Exterior Features
Roof: Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1.23
Lot Features: Wooded
Frontage Length: 268
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $23,672
Tax Year: 2015

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer, Private Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Oil

Location

Location Information
Directions: Massachusetts Avenue to Meriam St
UnparsedAddress: 56 Meriam Steet, Lexington MA 02420

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

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,916
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.23 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2627723S

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: None
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Fiske

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

9/10

Wm Diamond Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi

9/10

Lexington High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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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

51% 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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Estimated sale price

$2.53M – $3.06M

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Home values near 56 Meriam Steet

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
41 Meriam St, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3500 Sq. Ft.	$2,397,299
66 Meriam St, Lexington, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1294 Sq. Ft.	$1,596,494

Address	Redfin Estimate
46 Meriam St, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3536 Sq. Ft.	$2,379,542
68 Meriam St, Lexington, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2216 Sq. Ft.	$1,720,614

Address	Redfin Estimate
52 Meriam St, Lexington, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1880 Sq. Ft.	$1,699,010
40 Meriam St, Lexington, MA 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4130 Sq. Ft.	$2,540,896

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