CLASSIC ARTS & CRAFTS ESTATE! Located atop Meriam Hill and bordering Granny Pond, this stately stone and stucco residence combines period detail with thoroughly modern conveniences. Built in 1913, stained glass windows, built-in bookcases and benches, handsome woodwork and vintage light fixtures highlight the living and dining areas, library and music room. The fully modern chef’s kitchen shares radiant-heated floors and floor-to-ceiling windows with a grand family room that includes unobstructed outdoor views, Rumford fireplace and an integrated sound system throughout.The Master suite features a fireplace, expansive closet and bath with steam shower, radiant-heat and deep soaking tub. Four additional bedrooms and laundry room complete the second and third floors.Multiple stone porches provide outdoor entertainment spaces with pergola and mature plantings.Fabulous central location, close to schools, bike path and town center, yet quiet and private. Private showings only.
Single-familyProperty Type
1913Year Built
0.73 acresLot Size
$719Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Amie Pettengill• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lexington
Bought with Deborah Fogarty• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lexington
Perhaps one of the most coveted addresses in all of Lexington! Situated at the peak of Meriam Hill, this timeless arts and crafts stucco mansion is one of only 9 homes w/ exclusive rights to Granny Pond. Stunning design touches ,common to the era but priceless today, include a stained glass galleon on first floor landing, front hall window seats, many built-ins throughout, dentil moldings, ionic columns and other intricate details that must be seen! 3/4 acre yard, embellished w/ mature planting
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$35,958 (+5.1%)
$1,212,000 + $1,709,000
$2,921,000
2025
$34,207 (+3.8%)
$1,154,000 + $1,643,000
$2,797,000
2024
$32,965 (+1.1%)
$1,099,000 + $1,592,000
$2,691,000
2023
$32,617 (+4.2%)
$1,000,000 + $1,509,000
$2,509,000
2022
$31,298 (+2.1%)
$909,000 + $1,359,000
$2,268,000
2021
$30,665
$866,000 + $1,265,000
$2,131,000
2020
$30,643 (+4.7%)
$866,000 + $1,315,000
$2,181,000
2019
$29,271 (+1.1%)
$825,000 + $1,248,000
$2,073,000
2018
$28,958 (−2.0%)
$763,000 + $1,262,000
$2,025,000
2017
$29,560 (+6.8%)
$727,000 + $1,313,000
$2,040,000
2016
$27,667 (+21.7%)
$668,000 + $1,227,000
$1,895,000
2014
$22,738 (+2.0%)
$543,000 + $923,000
$1,466,000
2013
$22,283
$543,000 + $923,000
$1,466,000
2012
$22,290 (+2.9%)
$568,000 + $921,000
$1,489,000
2011
$21,672 (+3.9%)
$532,000 + $973,000
$1,505,000
2010
$20,859 (+4.9%)
$532,000 + $973,000
$1,505,000
2009
$19,883
$560,000 + $973,000
$1,533,000
Tax history for 61 Meriam St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$35,958 (+5.1%)
$1,212,000 + $1,709,000
$2,921,000
2025
$34,207 (+3.8%)
$1,154,000 + $1,643,000
$2,797,000
2024
$32,965 (+1.1%)
$1,099,000 + $1,592,000
$2,691,000
2023
$32,617 (+4.2%)
$1,000,000 + $1,509,000
$2,509,000
2022
$31,298 (+2.1%)
$909,000 + $1,359,000
$2,268,000
2021
$30,665
$866,000 + $1,265,000
$2,131,000
2020
$30,643 (+4.7%)
$866,000 + $1,315,000
$2,181,000
2019
$29,271 (+1.1%)
$825,000 + $1,248,000
$2,073,000
2018
$28,958 (−2.0%)
$763,000 + $1,262,000
$2,025,000
2017
$29,560 (+6.8%)
$727,000 + $1,313,000
$2,040,000
2016
$27,667 (+21.7%)
$668,000 + $1,227,000
$1,895,000
2014
$22,738 (+2.0%)
$543,000 + $923,000
$1,466,000
2013
$22,283
$543,000 + $923,000
$1,466,000
2012
$22,290 (+2.9%)
$568,000 + $921,000
$1,489,000
2011
$21,672 (+3.9%)
$532,000 + $973,000
$1,505,000
2010
$20,859 (+4.9%)
$532,000 + $973,000
$1,505,000
2009
$19,883
$560,000 + $973,000
$1,533,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
4
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.73 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,329
Year built
1913
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1019720S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Stone/Gravel, Paved
Interior Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Entrance Foyer, Sun Room, Office, Mud Room, Sitting Room, Bathroom, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Wet Bar, Walk-Up Attic
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,747
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame, Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Color: Cream
Exterior Features
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Garden, Stone Wall
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Remodeled
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System
Has Waterview
Pond, Private
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.73
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping, Level
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Frontage Length: 202
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $25,202.56
Tax Year: 2015
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Other (See Remarks)
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Radiant, Oil
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Mass Ave to Meriam Street to #61. The driveway is located on Oakmount Circle.
UnparsedAddress: 61 Meriam Street, Lexington MA 02420
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,329
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.73 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1913
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1019720S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Fiske
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
Wm Diamond Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Lexington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
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