6 beds7,238 sqft$39/sqft
2 Effie Pl, Lexington, MA 02421

Description

FOR RENT - Exceptional estate formerly the Governor’s mansion located near Lexington’s vibrant town center, top-rated schools & just minutes to Cambridge & downtown Boston. Recently transformed classic exterior combined with ultra modern interior to create an ambiance of warmth & sophistication. Elegant & grand formal spaces brilliantly designed for comfort & entertaining. Soaring high ceilings, wide plank flooring, gas fireplace & central AC. Professional chef’s kitchen offering custom cabinetry,...FOR RENT - Exceptional estate formerly the Governor’s mansion located near Lexington’s vibrant town center, top-rated schools & just minutes to Cambridge & downtown Boston. Recently transformed classic exterior combined with ultra modern interior to create an ambiance of warmth & sophistication. Elegant & grand formal spaces brilliantly designed for comfort & entertaining. Soaring high ceilings, wide plank flooring, gas fireplace & central AC. Professional chef’s kitchen offering custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, 10 ft island & high end Miele stainless steel appliances. Primary suite with spa-like sumptuous bath & expansive walk in closet. Three car garage + 4 car driveway. Pets negotiable. Beyond main home, this estate encompasses a 850+ SF 1 bed/1bath carriage house good for guest or Au pair suite all nestled within the expansive .65 acre flowing lot of manicured gardens making it a perfect retreat for those seeking both tranquility & convenience. A true masterpiece!
LISTING UPDATED: 07/07/2026 07:44 PM

Listing Agent

  1. Mary Lochner

    Mary Lochner

    Listing Agent

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    P: (617) 731-2447

    M: (617) 792-3556

Property Details for 2 Effie Place

MLS #
73445427
Days on Market
198
Rental Incentives
-
Costs & Fees
-
Available Date
08/05/2026
Furnished
-
Property Type
Rental
MLS Type
Rental / Single Family
Year Built
1902
Town
Lexington
Area
MA-Lexington
Garage Spaces
3
Open Parking Spaces
7.00
Parking Spaces Total
10

Location

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Building Information for 2 Effie Place

Building/Complex2 Effie PlFloor-Stories-Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsYesYear Built1902Building Size-Lot Size0.64 AC / 28,045 SF

Property Information for 2 Effie Place

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Living Area: 7238.0
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Single Family Type: Single Family Residence
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Rangetop - ENERGY STAR
  • Num of Baths: 7.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 6
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 6.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 7
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Accessory Apt.
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Professional Landscaping
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Porch
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
Utilities
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Hydro Air, Individual, Unit Control
  • Heating: Yes
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 289.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting,Sunken
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 17.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 17.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 196.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting,Closet - Double
  • Bedroom2 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom2 Width: 14.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 169.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting,Closet - Double
  • Bedroom3 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom3 Width: 13.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 168.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting,Closet - Double
  • Bedroom4 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom4 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 378.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Closet - Double
  • Bedroom5 Length: 21.0
  • Bedroom5 Width: 18.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 221.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Wood,Balcony / Deck,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting
  • Dining Room Length: 17.0
  • Dining Room Width: 13.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 600.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Wood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Storage
  • Kitchen Length: 25.0
  • Kitchen Width: 24.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 459.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood,Balcony - Exterior,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Living Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Living Room Width: 27.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Tnt responsible for landscaping/yard care,snow removal + all utilities including water/sewer
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:0041 L:00049A,552246
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 6
Income / Expenses
  • Insurance Required: Yes
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 1.0
Rental Info
Rental Info
  • Date Available: 08-06-2026
  • Available Now: Yes

Property History for 2 Effie Place

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 7, 2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73445427

$23,317
Jul 7, 2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73445427

Jul 7, 2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73445427

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/07/2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73445427

$23,317
07/07/2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73445427

07/07/2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73445427

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Schools near 2 Effie Place

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 - 1 to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Bridge Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Jonas Clarke Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lexington High School
Public9 to 12

Community Therapeutic Day School
Private1 to 6

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