OFF MARKET

Off market may 2018 for $1.2M

$1,895,423

•

3,200

sq ft

78 Hill St, Lexington, MA 02421

About this home

Great low price! Brand new 5 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths home is ready to be moved in! Enjoy your private retreat with views of the golf course and chnage of season all year round! Explore the many hiking and bike trails nearby. Impressive high end stonework and beautiful front porch with a sunny and open floor plan designed for easy living and entertaining! A bright, refreshing white kitchen with an island opens onto a patio overlooking a private terraced backyard. Recessed lights, 3-zoned heating & central air and sparkling hardwood floors throughout. Spacious dining room with woodsy views! The 2nd floor features four spacious bedrooms and two full baths, including a Master Suite with a full bath and walk-in closet. A media room, 5th bedroom and a full bath complete the third floor. Take advantage of the great outdoor spaces for relaxation and exploration. Minutes to parks, Hasting School, Lexington Center, town pools, shopping and freeways. A commuter's dream!

Single-familyProperty Type

2017Year Built

0.29 acresLot Size

$592Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Diamond Hayes • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Bought with Reid Zurlo • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lexington

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•Source:MLS PIN #72258698

Redfin Estimate

$1,895,423

$670K since sold in May 2018$2,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 2.4% higher than the average sale price ($1.85M) of 6 comparable homes.

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A
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$2,160,000
B
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SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$1,570,000
C
5 beds3.5 baths2,906 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$2,050,000
D
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SOLD MAY 7, 2026
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E
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SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$1,372,000
F
5 beds4 baths2,962 sq ft
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Market trends in 02421, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

100.9%

0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$1.7M

$31K MoM

Avg. days on market

33d

8 days MoM

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22 MoM

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Located across from golf course. House sits up on knoll. Spacious house with finished attic. Spacious bedrooms, hardwood floors throughout, recess lights in all rooms and nice finishes over all. Some last minute work under way.
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Aditi Jain
Redfin Premier agent
Very little backyard. Good sized rooms and bathrooms. 2 separate car garages [ not attached to each other].
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Sandeep Rathi
Redfin Associate agent
New home situated on steep rise with retaining walls front and back. Small (usable) back yard. Steep driveway might be a challenge for some drivers. Construction in very final stages as of 12/22. Large dining room in open floor plan near kitchen....
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Terence Egan
Redfin Associate agent
Ranch style home with great bones and in need of renovation. Lower level has great potential for future finish.
11 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Carol Stevenson
Redfin Associate agent

Sale history for 78 Hill St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72258698

May 16, 2018

Sold

$1,225,000

$383/sq ft

Apr 9, 2018

Pending

—

Mar 28, 2018

Price Changed

$1,249,000

$390/sq ft

Mar 28, 2018

Price Changed

$124,900

$39/sq ft

Mar 15, 2018

Price Changed

$1,279,000

$400/sq ft

Mar 14, 2018

Relisted

—

Mar 6, 2018

Listing Removed

—

Feb 1, 2018

Relisted

—

Jan 27, 2018

Pending

—

Jan 24, 2018

Price Changed

$1,289,000

$403/sq ft

Nov 27, 2017

Listed

$1,299,000

$406/sq ft

MLS PIN #71996002

Jun 28, 2016

Sold

$560,000

$175/sq ft

May 7, 2016

Pending

—

Apr 28, 2016

Listed

$525,000

$164/sq ft

Terrific Lexington opportunity knocks at the door of this cozy 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath ranch with hardwood floors, living room with fireplace, built-ins, screen porch with private views and a one car garage. Sited on a knoll, there are a number of possible options for the handy buyer or contractor. Conveniently located near public transportation, bike path, conservation trails and historic Lexington Center. Make this opportunity your Home Sweet Home!

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$21,124 (+5.6%)

$853,000 + $863,000

$1,716,000

2025

$19,996 (+0.2%)

$813,000 + $822,000

$1,635,000

2024

$19,955 (+6.7%)

$774,000 + $855,000

$1,629,000

2023

$18,707 (+2.1%)

$703,000 + $736,000

$1,439,000

2022

$18,326 (+0.9%)

$639,000 + $689,000

$1,328,000

2021

$18,160 (+7.4%)

$585,000 + $677,000

$1,262,000

2020

$16,916 (−20.8%)

$585,000 + $619,000

$1,204,000

2019

$21,349 (+118.3%)

$580,000 + $932,000

$1,512,000

2018

$9,781 (+6.0%)

$530,000 + $154,000

$684,000

2017

$9,230 (+2.8%)

$505,000 + $132,000

$637,000

2016

$8,979 (+15.3%)

$481,000 + $134,000

$615,000

2014

$7,786 (+3.9%)

$398,000 + $104,000

$502,000

2013

$7,494 (+3.2%)

$398,000 + $95,000

$493,000

2012

$7,260 (+5.5%)

$391,000 + $94,000

$485,000

2011

$6,883 (+3.0%)

$384,000 + $94,000

$478,000

2010

$6,681 (+2.4%)

$384,000 + $98,000

$482,000

2009

$6,524

$405,000 + $98,000

$503,000

Tax history for 78 Hill St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$21,124 (+5.6%)

$853,000 + $863,000

$1,716,000

2025

$19,996 (+0.2%)

$813,000 + $822,000

$1,635,000

2024

$19,955 (+6.7%)

$774,000 + $855,000

$1,629,000

2023

$18,707 (+2.1%)

$703,000 + $736,000

$1,439,000

2022

$18,326 (+0.9%)

$639,000 + $689,000

$1,328,000

2021

$18,160 (+7.4%)

$585,000 + $677,000

$1,262,000

2020

$16,916 (−20.8%)

$585,000 + $619,000

$1,204,000

2019

$21,349 (+118.3%)

$580,000 + $932,000

$1,512,000

2018

$9,781 (+6.0%)

$530,000 + $154,000

$684,000

2017

$9,230 (+2.8%)

$505,000 + $132,000

$637,000

2016

$8,979 (+15.3%)

$481,000 + $134,000

$615,000

2014

$7,786 (+3.9%)

$398,000 + $104,000

$502,000

2013

$7,494 (+3.2%)

$398,000 + $95,000

$493,000

2012

$7,260 (+5.5%)

$391,000 + $94,000

$485,000

2011

$6,883 (+3.0%)

$384,000 + $94,000

$478,000

2010

$6,681 (+2.4%)

$384,000 + $98,000

$482,000

2009

$6,524

$405,000 + $98,000

$503,000

*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

4.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.29 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,886

Year built

1954

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2112913S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Insulated, Paved Drive, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 272
Length: 16
Width: 17
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 195
Length: 15
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 195
Length: 15
Width: 13
Level: Third
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Closet,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dryer Hookup - Dual,Washer Hookup

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Closet,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 368
Length: 16
Width: 23
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 252
Length: 21
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting

Kitchen Information
Area: 196
Length: 14
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Slider,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Concrete, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Closet, Media Room, Game Room, Bathroom, Mud Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,200
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Builder
Year Built Details: Actual,Under Construction,Finished, Never Occupied
Color: Blue
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Roof: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Composite, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Composite, Patio, Stone Wall

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.29
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Year: 2017

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Propane, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Cooling: Central Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment

Location

Location Information
Directions: Bedford St > Hill St
UnparsedAddress: 78 Hill St, Lexington MA 02421

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

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,886
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2112913S

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 11, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

Maria Hastings Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

10/10

Wm Diamond Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

9/10

Lexington High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

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

4/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 98° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

27% 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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$1.80M – $2.18M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
85 Hill St, Lexington, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2390 Sq. Ft.	$1,420,162
79 Hill St, Lexington, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1185 Sq. Ft.	$1,093,870

Address	Redfin Estimate
83 Hill St, Lexington, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1672 Sq. Ft.	$1,222,094
77 Hill St, Lexington, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1761 Sq. Ft.	$1,361,653

Address	Redfin Estimate
81 Hill St, Lexington, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2044 Sq. Ft.	$1,456,272
76 Hill St, Lexington, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2260 Sq. Ft.	$1,488,553

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