Newly renovated four-bedroom home in Liberty Heights. This sun-filled open-concept floor plan combines lots of charm with modern conveniences and upgrades for today's living. The large living room opens to the kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, and a dining area. Relax in the new family room with a wood-burning fireplace. Access the deck overlooking the side yard with a new stone wall from the living room or family room for easy entertaining. The mud room, custom built-ins, and new ½ bath complete the first floor. The second floor offers three bedrooms, an office, and a new bathroom. The third-floor suite offers privacy with a spa-like bathroom. The basement provides flexible space. A private backyard and a two-car garage. Easy access to the town center, Wilson Farms, Conservation land, bike paths, Sutherland playground, RT 2 & much more. Make this house your new home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1910Year Built
8,100 sq ftLot Size
$693Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Hilary Robinson• Compass
Bought with Kristin Santagati• Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
RUN don't walk to this sparkling 3 bedroom farmhouse Colonial near Wilson Farm, in popular Liberty Heights! Important updates enhance the obvious curb appeal of this 1910 beauty. The gracious farmers porch leads through the foyer to large sunlit living and dining rooms, graced with large windows and french doors. Step onto the large private cedar deck overlooking the large side yard, ready for sporting or gardening. Ideal for dining and watching western sunsets! Gleaming kitchen updates include black granite counters, stainless appliances, breakfast bar, built-in's recessed lights, and dining area. Master bedroom suite on 3rd floor hosts alcove/office, bathroom with double sinks, and storage loft. 2 additional bedrooms and large bath on 2nd floor. Freshly painted inside & out, NEST thermostats, new HW heater, mostly replaced windows. Finished basement for playroom and laundry, plus utility area and bulkhead. Solid 2 car garage complete this dream of a home in a dream location.
MLS PIN #70961331
Dec 15, 2009
Sold
$580,000
$240/sq ft
Nov 9, 2009
Contingent
—
Oct 20, 2009
Price Changed
$598,500
$248/sq ft
Aug 14, 2009
Listed
$609,000
$252/sq ft
Liberty Heights near Wilson Farms! Distinctive Farmhouse Colonial combines period charm with extensive updates. The garden holds many treasures and reveals beautiful colors and variety as the seasons evolve. Master bedroom with full bath & office alcove on the 3rd floor provides lovely western views. Nicely renovated kitchen w/granite, eating bar, large eating area & excellent storage, 2 additional BR's and distinctive 2-room bath on 2nd fl. plus a 2 car garage. A rare opportunity!
MLS PIN #50388561
Jan 15, 1998
Sold
$390,000
$162/sq ft
Nov 24, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Nov 20, 1997
Listed
$389,000
$161/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 28, 1989
Sold
$303,000
$126/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$17,111 (+3.0%)
$675,000 + $715,000
$1,390,000
2025
$16,608 (+3.7%)
$643,000 + $715,000
$1,358,000
2024
$16,011 (+23.2%)
$612,000 + $695,000
$1,307,000
2023
$13,000 (+4.2%)
$557,000 + $443,000
$1,000,000
2022
$12,475 (+0.8%)
$506,000 + $398,000
$904,000
2021
$12,375 (+3.6%)
$482,000 + $378,000
$860,000
2020
$11,943 (+1.4%)
$482,000 + $368,000
$850,000
2019
$11,776 (+3.3%)
$459,000 + $375,000
$834,000
2018
$11,397 (+2.4%)
$437,000 + $360,000
$797,000
2017
$11,128 (+4.3%)
$403,000 + $365,000
$768,000
2016
$10,673 (+12.4%)
$384,000 + $347,000
$731,000
2014
$9,492 (+4.1%)
$310,000 + $302,000
$612,000
2013
$9,120 (+4.5%)
$310,000 + $290,000
$600,000
2012
$8,728 (+1.0%)
$293,000 + $290,000
$583,000
2011
$8,640 (+3.9%)
$293,000 + $307,000
$600,000
2010
$8,316 (+4.1%)
$293,000 + $307,000
$600,000
2009
$7,990
$309,000 + $307,000
$616,000
Tax history for 72 Oak St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$17,111 (+3.0%)
$675,000 + $715,000
$1,390,000
2025
$16,608 (+3.7%)
$643,000 + $715,000
$1,358,000
2024
$16,011 (+23.2%)
$612,000 + $695,000
$1,307,000
2023
$13,000 (+4.2%)
$557,000 + $443,000
$1,000,000
2022
$12,475 (+0.8%)
$506,000 + $398,000
$904,000
2021
$12,375 (+3.6%)
$482,000 + $378,000
$860,000
2020
$11,943 (+1.4%)
$482,000 + $368,000
$850,000
2019
$11,776 (+3.3%)
$459,000 + $375,000
$834,000
2018
$11,397 (+2.4%)
$437,000 + $360,000
$797,000
2017
$11,128 (+4.3%)
$403,000 + $365,000
$768,000
2016
$10,673 (+12.4%)
$384,000 + $347,000
$731,000
2014
$9,492 (+4.1%)
$310,000 + $302,000
$612,000
2013
$9,120 (+4.5%)
$310,000 + $290,000
$600,000
2012
$8,728 (+1.0%)
$293,000 + $290,000
$583,000
2011
$8,640 (+3.9%)
$293,000 + $307,000
$600,000
2010
$8,316 (+4.1%)
$293,000 + $307,000
$600,000
2009
$7,990
$309,000 + $307,000
$616,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,276 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,279
Year built
1910
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2746364S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Natural Gas, Electric, Wood
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Mass Ave to Oak Street on Left
UnparsedAddress: 72 Oak Street, Lexington MA 02421
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,279
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1910
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2746364S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
Exclusions: None
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Bowman Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
Jonas Clarke Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
10/10
Lexington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
10/10
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