Welcome to the Anna Childs House: originally built in 1789, the first home owned by a woman in Lincoln is a treasured piece of Lincoln’s history. Expanded in 1830 and thoughtfully updated by the current owners, this historic home blends timeless character with modern comfort. The welcoming, traditional floorplan is enhanced by many recent updates including a refreshed kitchen, stylishly updated bathrooms, new wood floors, a detached two-car garage, air conditioning on the second floor, and a newly finished lower-level playroom bringing this classic home up to today’s standards. From the new stone patio enjoy the expansive yard ideal for entertaining, gardening, or kicking a soccer ball on the lawn. Framed by fresh landscaping and set on an acre, the home is in the heart of town, a gentle stroll to the library, schools, and Lincoln’s network of trails. With easy access to major commuting routes, this home offers a rare combination of historic charm, modern updates, and an ideal location
Single-familyProperty Type
1789Year Built
1.05 acresLot Size
$684Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Terry Perlmutter• Barrett Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Lester Savage• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Delightful 5 bedroom historic home on 1 acre of land awaits you! Original details fill the home with character: floors, woodwork, doors, fireplaces and numerous built-in's. Updates include brand new kitchen and tiled mudroom, first floor half bath, some new maple floors, structural improvements, full exterior paint and bluestone patios. First floor offers both living room and large library/family room, formal dining room, small office, and new kitchen. A large master bedroom with working fireplace, two full baths and four additional bedrooms complete the second level. The grounds have mature plantings: sugar and Japanese maple, copper beech, cherry tree, lilacs, roses, raspberry patch, concord grape arbor and other perennials and bulbs. Take over the kitchen garden to grow your own herbs and vegetables. Two car detached garage. Convenient to Route 2 and 128; short walk to Lincoln's library. A treasure of a home, and the first in Lincoln ever to be owned by a woman!
MLS PIN #71367165
Feb 28, 2013
Sold
$794,500
$322/sq ft
Dec 12, 2012
Contingent
—
Sep 26, 2012
Price Changed
$799,000
$324/sq ft
Jun 27, 2012
Price Changed
$849,000
$344/sq ft
May 2, 2012
Price Changed
$875,000
$355/sq ft
Apr 13, 2012
Listed
$915,000
$371/sq ft
+23
Located on corner of Bedford Road and Hilliard (private way). In the 1790's this was the first house owned by a woman in Lincoln, the "Anna Child" house has 5 bedrooms, 3 fireplaces, flexible floor plan for modern living, tall ceilings, walk out basement. Conveniently located for easy access to routes 2 and 128 yet walk to library, conservation trails and fields. Heirloom plantings, rock walls, raspberries, grapes, mature trees and even an antique marble statue of Pan grace the property.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,779 (+1.3%)
$810,900 + $498,900
$1,309,800
2024
$16,561 (+12.5%)
$794,800 + $490,000
$1,284,800
2023
$14,725 (+2.9%)
$644,900 + $412,900
$1,057,800
2022
$14,315 (−1.3%)
$596,800 + $362,000
$958,800
2021
$14,508 (−1.8%)
$557,800 + $377,000
$934,800
2020
$14,772 (+14.3%)
$578,700 + $383,000
$961,700
2019
$12,924 (+3.2%)
$563,300 + $357,900
$921,200
2018
$12,528 (+0.2%)
$563,300 + $357,900
$921,200
2017
$12,505 (+2.0%)
$557,800 + $355,000
$912,800
2016
$12,254 (+6.2%)
$541,700 + $334,200
$875,900
2015
$11,544 (−0.3%)
$501,300 + $314,500
$815,800
2014
$11,573 (+4.3%)
$467,100 + $336,000
$803,100
2013
$11,095 (+0.8%)
$453,200 + $326,500
$779,700
2012
$11,008 (+5.9%)
$470,600 + $326,500
$797,100
2011
$10,395 (+7.6%)
$486,700 + $353,600
$840,300
2010
$9,661 (−2.6%)
$502,000 + $340,300
$842,300
2009
$9,921
$462,500 + $454,400
$916,900
Tax history for 49 Bedford
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,779 (+1.3%)
$810,900 + $498,900
$1,309,800
2024
$16,561 (+12.5%)
$794,800 + $490,000
$1,284,800
2023
$14,725 (+2.9%)
$644,900 + $412,900
$1,057,800
2022
$14,315 (−1.3%)
$596,800 + $362,000
$958,800
2021
$14,508 (−1.8%)
$557,800 + $377,000
$934,800
2020
$14,772 (+14.3%)
$578,700 + $383,000
$961,700
2019
$12,924 (+3.2%)
$563,300 + $357,900
$921,200
2018
$12,528 (+0.2%)
$563,300 + $357,900
$921,200
2017
$12,505 (+2.0%)
$557,800 + $355,000
$912,800
2016
$12,254 (+6.2%)
$541,700 + $334,200
$875,900
2015
$11,544 (−0.3%)
$501,300 + $314,500
$815,800
2014
$11,573 (+4.3%)
$467,100 + $336,000
$803,100
2013
$11,095 (+0.8%)
$453,200 + $326,500
$779,700
2012
$11,008 (+5.9%)
$470,600 + $326,500
$797,100
2011
$10,395 (+7.6%)
$486,700 + $353,600
$840,300
2010
$9,661 (−2.6%)
$502,000 + $340,300
$842,300
2009
$9,921
$462,500 + $454,400
$916,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Interior Features: Play Room, Office, Walk-Up Attic
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,468
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Fruit Trees, Garden
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1.05
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $16,779
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Located between Route 2 and Trapelo Road at the corner of Hilliard Road and Bedford Road
UnparsedAddress: 49 Bedford, Lincoln MA 01773
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,468
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.05 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1790
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 563182
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Lincoln School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
8/10
Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.6mi
9/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Lincoln, MA • 01773
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.61M – $1.94M
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