A true delight, perfectly nestled within the highly-coveted Merriam Hill. Gleaming hardwood floors span the open plan formal living and dining rooms as a wood burning fireplace provides warmth on chilly nights. Prepare family recipes in the modern, cheerful kitchen with stylish white cabinetry, breakfast bar island, gleaming hardwood floors, and a built-in desk area. The spacious family room has a cathedral ceiling, skylights, wall of built-in shelving. Outdoor living is easy with sliders to the deck, patio, and outdoor fireplace. The master suite features plush carpeting, large walk-in closet with two dressing areas, and full bathroom with tiled tub and shower. Gracious family bedrooms offer comfort and style, one like a fairy tale with a built-in hideaway bed beneath the eaves. The lower level continues with a finished bonus room perfect for use as a recreation space, exercise space, or for rainy day activities. Prime location convenient to the town center, bike path, and Diamond MS.
Single-familyProperty Type
1927Year Built
0.31 acresLot Size
$744Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Dani Fleming's MAPropertiesOnline T• Leading Edge Real Estate
Bought with Edna Ramalho• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Arlington
CUSTOM DETAIL & DESIGN WITH RENOVATIONS FOR TODAY'S NEEDS:MODERN EAT-IN KIT; LARGE EXPANSE OF LIVRM/DINING AREA CATHED.CEIL.FAM.RM. LEADS TO PRIVATE PATIO & YARD;GRAND MASTER BED.RM. & BATH.LANDSCAPED YARD W/SPRINKLER SYSTEM.
Public Records
Aug 1, 1978
Sold
$54,000
$19/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$22,540 (+6.4%)
$1,107,000 + $724,000
$1,831,000
2025
$21,182 (+2.0%)
$1,054,000 + $678,000
$1,732,000
2024
$20,764 (+4.9%)
$1,004,000 + $691,000
$1,695,000
2023
$19,799 (+4.2%)
$912,000 + $611,000
$1,523,000
2022
$19,003 (+0.1%)
$830,000 + $547,000
$1,377,000
2021
$18,980 (+2.4%)
$790,000 + $529,000
$1,319,000
2020
$18,532 (+5.1%)
$790,000 + $529,000
$1,319,000
2019
$17,636 (+5.0%)
$753,000 + $496,000
$1,249,000
2018
$16,803 (+1.7%)
$697,000 + $478,000
$1,175,000
2017
$16,519 (+6.4%)
$664,000 + $476,000
$1,140,000
2016
$15,520 (+10.9%)
$609,000 + $454,000
$1,063,000
2014
$13,990 (+3.9%)
$496,000 + $406,000
$902,000
2013
$13,467 (+1.3%)
$496,000 + $390,000
$886,000
2012
$13,293 (+5.0%)
$519,000 + $369,000
$888,000
2011
$12,658 (+3.9%)
$510,000 + $369,000
$879,000
2010
$12,183
$510,000 + $369,000
$879,000
2009
$12,179
$537,000 + $402,000
$939,000
Tax history for 86 Meriam St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$22,540 (+6.4%)
$1,107,000 + $724,000
$1,831,000
2025
$21,182 (+2.0%)
$1,054,000 + $678,000
$1,732,000
2024
$20,764 (+4.9%)
$1,004,000 + $691,000
$1,695,000
2023
$19,799 (+4.2%)
$912,000 + $611,000
$1,523,000
2022
$19,003 (+0.1%)
$830,000 + $547,000
$1,377,000
2021
$18,980 (+2.4%)
$790,000 + $529,000
$1,319,000
2020
$18,532 (+5.1%)
$790,000 + $529,000
$1,319,000
2019
$17,636 (+5.0%)
$753,000 + $496,000
$1,249,000
2018
$16,803 (+1.7%)
$697,000 + $478,000
$1,175,000
2017
$16,519 (+6.4%)
$664,000 + $476,000
$1,140,000
2016
$15,520 (+10.9%)
$609,000 + $454,000
$1,063,000
2014
$13,990 (+3.9%)
$496,000 + $406,000
$902,000
2013
$13,467 (+1.3%)
$496,000 + $390,000
$886,000
2012
$13,293 (+5.0%)
$519,000 + $369,000
$888,000
2011
$12,658 (+3.9%)
$510,000 + $369,000
$879,000
2010
$12,183
$510,000 + $369,000
$879,000
2009
$12,179
$537,000 + $402,000
$939,000
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,313
Year built
1927
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2174406S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.
Feb 4, 2026 • Final
Electrical
Install electrical wiring for a first floor bathroom.
Bathroom
Electrical
Jan 27, 2025 • Final
Plumbing
Remodel the first floor of the building. Replace the toilet and shower or tub, and install a new vanity.
Bathroom
Plumbing
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 Carport
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Carport, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Driveway
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 315
Length: 21
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Location
Location Information
Directions: Adams Street or Mass Ave to Meriam Street
UnparsedAddress: 86 Meriam St, Lexington MA 02420
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,313
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1927
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2174406S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 11, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Fiske
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Wm Diamond Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Lexington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
10/10
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