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Last Sold Price
6 beds8,685 sqft

12 Summit Rd, Lexington, MA 02421

Single FamilyProperty Type
1.26 acresLot Size
1915Year Built
$271/sq ftPrice per sq ft
6 carsParking Spaces

Description

Famed artist Hermann Dudley Murphy modeled this 1915 Villa after a mansion he and his wife loved on their honeymoon in Florence, Italy. Sited on a truly exceptional lot with dramatic seasonal views, the landscape was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, Jr. The home is located on Follen Hill’s Mount Independence, one of the highest points in Lexington. Extensive electrical, heating, cooling and window updates provide a foundation to create your own grand and private estate property. The former 35 x...Famed artist Hermann Dudley Murphy modeled this 1915 Villa after a mansion he and his wife loved on their honeymoon in Florence, Italy. Sited on a truly exceptional lot with dramatic seasonal views, the landscape was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, Jr. The home is located on Follen Hill’s Mount Independence, one of the highest points in Lexington. Extensive electrical, heating, cooling and window updates provide a foundation to create your own grand and private estate property. The former 35 x 24-foot artist’s studio with soaring ceilings is now an indoor swimming pool retreat and lounging area. This room overlooks The Great Lawn and steps leading to the foundation stones of a historic observation tower. French doors connect the interior to the extensive grounds. With over 7000 sf of Craftsman-influenced living area that includes stenciled cypress paneling, six bedrooms, seven baths and seven fireplaces, this is a rare opportunity to write your own chapter in this storied history.
Listing closed: 04/28/2023 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 73044289
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Listing Courtesy of Barrett Sotheby's International Realty, Jacquelyn Hawkinson; Barrett Sotheby's International Realty, Mary-Lou McDonough

Sold By Barrett Sotheby's International Realty, Judith Moore

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Property Information for 12 Summit Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $32,669 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Town: Lexington
  • Area: MA-Lexington
  • Architectural Style: Italianate
  • Style: Garden, Italianate
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces Total: 6

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1915
  • Lot Size: 1.26 AC / 54,765 SF

General Details

Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 8685.0
  • Color: White
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Bowman
  • High School: Lhs
  • Middle School: Clarke
  • Neighborhood: Follen Hill

Features

Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Freezer - Upright, Range Hood, Gas Water Heater, Tank Water Heater, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Electric Range, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Walk Out, Interior Access, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 7.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 6
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 6.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 7
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 7
  • Flooring: Tile, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Closet, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding, Lighting - Pendant, Ceiling - Beamed, Cable Hookup, Mud Room, Sun Room, Library, Play Room, Sitting Room, Wetbar, Wired for Surround Sound, Internet Available - Fiber-Optic
  • Interior Features: Wetbar, Wired for Surround Sound, Internet Available - Fiber-Optic, French Doors, Security System, Indoor Pool
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Flooring - Hardwood, Electric Dryer Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Second Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Garden, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Features: Screens, Gazebo, Sprinkler System, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Patio
  • Lot Description: Gentle Sloping
  • Other Structures: Gazebo
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Pool Features: Indoor
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Slate, Rubber
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated, Side Entry, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated, Side Entry, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Heated, Side Entry, Off-Street, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Central, Baseboard, Natural Gas, Hydro Air, Fireplace(s), Fireplace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewage District: MWRA
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Water: Public

Room Information

Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 234.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,Dressing Room,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 18.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 13.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 195.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Bedroom2 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 13.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 270.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Fireplace,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Bedroom3 Length: 18.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 15.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 210.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom4 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 14.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 200.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom5 Length: 20.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Bedroom5 Width: 10.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 42.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Bathroom1 Length: 7.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 6.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 117.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom2 Length: 13.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
  • Bathroom2 Width: 9.0
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Area: 81.0
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Bidet,Double Vanity,Recessed Lighting,Steam / Sauna
  • Bathroom3 Length: 9.0
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
  • Bathroom3 Width: 9.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 196.0
  • Dining Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead
  • Dining Room Length: 14.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 14.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 399.0
  • Family Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Wet Bar,Cable Hookup,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding
  • Family Room Length: 21.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 19.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 990.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Second Dishwasher,Stainless Steel Appliances,Wine Chiller,Gas Stove,Peninsula,Crown Molding
  • Kitchen Length: 33.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 30.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 15X11
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 384.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Exterior Access,Lighting - Sconce
  • Room Living Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 16.0

Property Information

Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public, Dead End
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: There is a deed restriction on the property.To be sold in "as is" condition.4 bathrooms,one BR,catering K & some LL rooms not listed in room breakdown due to space restrictions.Irrigation system needs repair; pool,alarm system,fireplace condition unknown. Garage is 18.7x17.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 3301745
  • Assessments: $2,513,000
  • Book: 76435
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Zoning: RS

Building / Association Information

Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 6
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Frontage: 157.00
  • Cooling Zones: 4
  • Heat Zones: 4
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No

Market and Agent Information

Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 0

Property History for 12 Summit Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 28, 2023

Sold

MLS PIN #73044289

$2,350,000—
Jan 24, 2023

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73044289

—
Jan 24, 2023

Contingent

MLS PIN #73044289

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/28/2023

Sold

MLS PIN #73044289

$2,350,000
01/24/2023

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73044289

—
01/24/2023

Contingent

MLS PIN #73044289

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For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public records

12 Summit Road

Beds

5

Baths

6.5

Total Finished SqFt

6,643 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

6,643 SqFt

Unfinished Basement SqFt

284 SqFt

Stories

2

Schools near 12 Summit Road

This home is within Lexington School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Bowman Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Jonas Clarke Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lexington High School
Public9 to 12

Waldorf School Of Lexington
PrivatePK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Barrett Sotheby's International Realty, Jacquelyn Hawkinson; Barrett Sotheby's International Realty, Mary-Lou McDonough

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