A historical treasure in the heart of Lincoln, The Francis Smith House is a truly authentic c.1878 5BR Farmhouse set on nearly 1 acre surrounded by lush lawn, mature trees & shrubs on Lincoln’s most scenic road. Enjoy an idyllic landscaped setting with breathtaking views over abutting protected land and reservoir. 11 rooms showcase many original details like exquisite millwork, window seats, 2 fireplaces w/original mantels and more! Family room overlooks the backyard landscape, living room w/original corner cabinets and fireplace add to its character. Dining room sets the stage for memorable meals, library/office provides work/study space and leads to a 4-season sunroom and screen porch overlooking manicured gardens. 2nd floor in-law/guest suite & 3rd floor bonus rooms provide ample space for all. Recent updates include AC, newly updated kitchen and more! Perfect in-town location, nearby conservation trails, walk to Lincoln School, museum, park & library. Minutes to Rts 2 & I-95/128!
A historical treasure set in the heart of Lincoln, The Francis Smith House is truly authentic c.1878 Farm house on Lincoln’s most scenic road. Enjoy an idyllic, landscaped setting with a blue stone patio & breathtaking views over abutting protected fields, the former "Musterfield". The house is set on .97 acres & surrounded by lush lawn, beautiful mature trees & shrubs. The home features original appointments including millwork, fireplaces & much more. Featuring 11 rooms including a spacious FP parlor w/ original corner cabinets, dining room, office & a sunroom overlooking the gardens, 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 3 fireplaces plus an in-law apartment. New wiring throughout & owner recently installed B-dry system & foamed insulated the attic. Perfect, in-town location, cross the street to conservation land, walk to Pierce Park & Library plus a great commuting location minutes to Rte 2, I-95/128. Do not miss this exciting & rare opportunity to be the proud owner of this historic property!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,410 (+1.9%)
$868,800 + $880,600
$1,749,400
2024
$21,995 (+10.0%)
$851,600 + $854,800
$1,706,400
2023
$19,992 (+6.2%)
$721,100 + $715,100
$1,436,200
2022
$18,821 (−7.7%)
$659,300 + $601,300
$1,260,600
2021
$20,399 (−4.0%)
$686,800 + $627,600
$1,314,400
2020
$21,257 (+15.8%)
$686,800 + $697,100
$1,383,900
2019
$18,357 (−18.7%)
$684,000 + $624,400
$1,308,400
2018
$22,573 (+5.2%)
$684,000 + $975,800
$1,659,800
2017
$21,460 (+2.7%)
$684,000 + $882,400
$1,566,400
2016
$20,888 (+5.9%)
$639,400 + $853,700
$1,493,100
2015
$19,725 (+1.5%)
$592,000 + $802,000
$1,394,000
2014
$19,436 (+4.3%)
$583,700 + $765,100
$1,348,800
2013
$18,636 (+1.7%)
$566,600 + $743,000
$1,309,600
2012
$18,322 (+5.5%)
$583,700 + $743,000
$1,326,700
2011
$17,361 (+4.8%)
$623,600 + $779,900
$1,403,500
2010
$16,572 (−1.0%)
$642,800 + $802,000
$1,444,800
2009
$16,735
$454,200 + $1,092,500
$1,546,700
Tax history for 71 Sandy Pond Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,410 (+1.9%)
$868,800 + $880,600
$1,749,400
2024
$21,995 (+10.0%)
$851,600 + $854,800
$1,706,400
2023
$19,992 (+6.2%)
$721,100 + $715,100
$1,436,200
2022
$18,821 (−7.7%)
$659,300 + $601,300
$1,260,600
2021
$20,399 (−4.0%)
$686,800 + $627,600
$1,314,400
2020
$21,257 (+15.8%)
$686,800 + $697,100
$1,383,900
2019
$18,357 (−18.7%)
$684,000 + $624,400
$1,308,400
2018
$22,573 (+5.2%)
$684,000 + $975,800
$1,659,800
2017
$21,460 (+2.7%)
$684,000 + $882,400
$1,566,400
2016
$20,888 (+5.9%)
$639,400 + $853,700
$1,493,100
2015
$19,725 (+1.5%)
$592,000 + $802,000
$1,394,000
2014
$19,436 (+4.3%)
$583,700 + $765,100
$1,348,800
2013
$18,636 (+1.7%)
$566,600 + $743,000
$1,309,600
2012
$18,322 (+5.5%)
$583,700 + $743,000
$1,326,700
2011
$17,361 (+4.8%)
$623,600 + $779,900
$1,403,500
2010
$16,572 (−1.0%)
$642,800 + $802,000
$1,444,800
2009
$16,735
$454,200 + $1,092,500
$1,546,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.97 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,510
Year built
1878
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
563336
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved