Location, Location! Warm and welcoming best describe this updated home tucked away at the end of a cul-de-sac just steps from Lexington Center. Expanded and renovated, this home has all today's conveniences while maintaining its classic charm. Pretty entryway leads to gorgeous open concept kitchen/family room with custom cabinetry, center island and honed granite counters. Step down family room is just the right size with gas fireplace, built in bookcases and plantation shutters. Attractive dining room is off the kitchen and leads to formal living room with wood burning fireplace. The screened in porch is the perfect spot for dining alfresco and soaking in the summer sounds. Four bedrooms upstairs including generous master suite with vaulted ceilings, updated bath, large closets and laundry room. The location is unsurpassed with Farmers' Market, Patriots' Day Parade, Cary Hall, Minuteman Bikeway and all that Lexington has to offer at your doorstep. Don't miss this this absolute gem!
Single-familyProperty Type
1917Year Built
7,086 sq ftLot Size
$795Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by The Murphy Group Lexington• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Bought with Dmytro Zakolodyazhnyy• Preservation Properties
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,970 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,154
Year built
1917
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Middlesex County
APN
2704215S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
Jan 19, 2022 • Final
Electrical
Install electrical wiring for a new detached garage.
Electrical
Sep 2, 2021 • Final
Replacement windows and doors
Remove and replace windows on a building.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Beadboard,Pedestal Sink
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Beadboard
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Off Mass Ave between Slocum Rd and Bloomfield Street
UnparsedAddress: 8 Rowland Ave, Lexington MA 02421
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,154
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1917
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2704215S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4
Listing Information
Exclusions: Light Fixture In Front Foyer Excluded.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Maria Hastings Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
10/10
Wm Diamond Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
9/10
Lexington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
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