Sophisticated, sprawling L-shaped mid century modern ranch enjoys a dynamite open flow floor plan & has been meticulously maintained & substantially remodeled & renovated with modern improvements to suit todays contemporary lifestyle. Nestled on a beautiful, quiet lot in the heart of highly desirable Follen Hill, we are a stone's throw to Bowman Elementary. Main level consists of a generous foyer leading to a light filled sunken living room featuring a natural stone fireplace, recently remodeled handsome office or den with bespoke walnut woodwork & fireplace, generous custom kitchen with vaulted ceilings, and four additional bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite. The bright, finished walkout lower level features a much loved family room with a new Stuv woodstove, full bath, reading nook, home gym, workshop, bonus area/hobby space, and exceptional storage. Custom stonework, patios, garden areas, and specimen plantings complete the show stopping rear yard!
Single-familyProperty Type
1965Year Built
0.37 acresLot Size
$548Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Karen Butt• Compass
Bought with Nancy Schiff• Suburban Lifestyle Real Estate
Nestled in the heart of Follen Hill, this Exceptional Sprawling 3393/sf Custom-Built Ranch is sited on a beautifully wooded 1/3+ acre lot. A truly unique home w/ a timeless, open flow floor plan w/ large rooms offers the perfect blend of subtle elegance & versatility. The main level features over 2400/sf of living space w/ a sunken LR, den w/ frpl, 4 lgr BR's incl'd Master suite.The sun-filled LL walkout has approx.1000/sf that incl'd frpl'd FR, full BA & More!
MLS PIN #71194987
Apr 22, 2011
Sold
$759,000
$183/sq ft
Mar 8, 2011
Contingent
—
Mar 3, 2011
Listed
$759,000
$183/sq ft
Nestled in the heart of highly desirable Follen Hill, this Exceptional Sprawling 3393/sf Custom-Built Ranch is sited on a beautifully wooded 1/3+ acre lot. A truly unique one-owner home w/ a timeless, open flow floor plan w/ large rooms offers the perfect blend of subtle elegance & versatility. The main level features over 2400/sf of living space w/ a sunken LR, den w/ frpl, 4 lgr BR's incl'd Master suite.The sun-filled LL walkout has approx.1000/sf that incl'd frpl'd FR, full BA & More!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$22,121 (+21.1%)
$784,000 + $1,013,000
$1,797,000
2025
$18,272 (+2.4%)
$747,000 + $747,000
$1,494,000
2024
$17,836 (+2.4%)
$711,000 + $745,000
$1,456,000
2023
$17,420 (+6.0%)
$647,000 + $693,000
$1,340,000
2022
$16,436 (+2.2%)
$588,000 + $603,000
$1,191,000
2021
$16,088 (+4.9%)
$560,000 + $558,000
$1,118,000
2020
$15,343 (+7.3%)
$560,000 + $532,000
$1,092,000
2019
$14,304 (+4.5%)
$533,000 + $480,000
$1,013,000
2018
$13,685 (−4.2%)
$508,000 + $449,000
$957,000
2017
$14,287 (+0.8%)
$483,000 + $503,000
$986,000
2016
$14,177 (+18.6%)
$461,000 + $510,000
$971,000
2014
$11,958 (+5.6%)
$381,000 + $390,000
$771,000
2013
$11,324 (+9.3%)
$381,000 + $364,000
$745,000
2012
$10,359 (+2.3%)
$381,000 + $311,000
$692,000
2011
$10,123 (+3.9%)
$380,000 + $323,000
$703,000
2010
$9,744 (+3.9%)
$380,000 + $323,000
$703,000
2009
$9,377
$400,000 + $323,000
$723,000
Tax history for 8 Philip Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$22,121 (+21.1%)
$784,000 + $1,013,000
$1,797,000
2025
$18,272 (+2.4%)
$747,000 + $747,000
$1,494,000
2024
$17,836 (+2.4%)
$711,000 + $745,000
$1,456,000
2023
$17,420 (+6.0%)
$647,000 + $693,000
$1,340,000
2022
$16,436 (+2.2%)
$588,000 + $603,000
$1,191,000
2021
$16,088 (+4.9%)
$560,000 + $558,000
$1,118,000
2020
$15,343 (+7.3%)
$560,000 + $532,000
$1,092,000
2019
$14,304 (+4.5%)
$533,000 + $480,000
$1,013,000
2018
$13,685 (−4.2%)
$508,000 + $449,000
$957,000
2017
$14,287 (+0.8%)
$483,000 + $503,000
$986,000
2016
$14,177 (+18.6%)
$461,000 + $510,000
$971,000
2014
$11,958 (+5.6%)
$381,000 + $390,000
$771,000
2013
$11,324 (+9.3%)
$381,000 + $364,000
$745,000
2012
$10,359 (+2.3%)
$381,000 + $311,000
$692,000
2011
$10,123 (+3.9%)
$380,000 + $323,000
$703,000
2010
$9,744 (+3.9%)
$380,000 + $323,000
$703,000
2009
$9,377
$400,000 + $323,000
$723,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Interior Features: Storage, Lighting - Overhead, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Upgraded, Exercise Room, Bonus Room, Home Office, Wired for Sound, Internet Available - Unknown
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,137
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Dark Grey
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered
Exterior Features: Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Garden, Stone Wall
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System
Other Structures: Workshop
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.37
Frontage Length: 125
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $18,272
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Radiant, Heat Pump, Oil, Electric
Cooling: Heat Pump
Location
Location Information
Directions: Follen Road, to Dawes Road, to Buckman Drive, to Philip Road
UnparsedAddress: 8 Philip Road, Lexington MA 02421
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,137
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 8
Basement: Yes
Accessible: Yes
Lot Size: 0.37 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: 2025
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2208294S
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Green
Home facts updated by owner on Jan 30, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Bowman Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
10/10
Jonas Clarke Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
10/10
Lexington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
10/10
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