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4 beds2,525 sqft$319/sqft
40 Downing Rd, Lexington, MA 02421
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.45 acresLot Size
1949Year Built
$319/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Terrific Prospect Hill Neighborhood! Superb, expanded Cape on almost 1/2 an acre! This stunning 4 bedroom, 2 full bath home blends formal and casual spaces with a versatile and spectacular Open Floor Plan and features a spacious, updated kitchen with granite, Stainless Steel appliances, informal and formal dining areas, terrific living room and bedroom/office on the First Fl. Upstairs a master suite with balcony boasts cathedral ceiling, twin skylights and master bath. Lower Level Playroom. New granite...Terrific Prospect Hill Neighborhood! Superb, expanded Cape on almost 1/2 an acre! This stunning 4 bedroom, 2 full bath home blends formal and casual spaces with a versatile and spectacular Open Floor Plan and features a spacious, updated kitchen with granite, Stainless Steel appliances, informal and formal dining areas, terrific living room and bedroom/office on the First Fl. Upstairs a master suite with balcony boasts cathedral ceiling, twin skylights and master bath. Lower Level Playroom. New granite steps and columns at entrance. Unique features include nook with window seat and stained glass windows and a new contemporary gas fireplace. Multiple decks, covered porch and wraparound deck, grape arbor on upper deck with carport underneath...all leading to the stunning private and tranquil backyard. Set on a lovely neighborhood street - walk to Elementary, Middle, High School, Town Center and Old Res. Near transportation and easy access to commuting routes..... this home has it all !
Listing closed: 11/18/2016 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 72067746

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,125,000

Avg days on market

26

Sale-to-list ratio

101.0%

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Property Information for 40 Downing Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $11,475 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Town: Lexington
  • Area: MA-Lexington
  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • Style: Cape
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Parking Spaces Total: 4
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Lot Size: 0.45 AC / 19,420 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Public School, Sidewalks
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 2525.0
  • Color: Grey
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Bridge
  • High School: Lexington High
  • Middle School: Clarke
  • Neighborhood: Prospect Hill
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceFeatures: Kitchen
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Play Room
  • Interior Features: Window AC
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Storage Shed
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Storage Shed, Porch, Deck, Covered Patio/Deck
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Covered
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Lake/Pond, Walk to, 1/10 to 3/10 To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Carport, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Carport, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 340.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Skylight,Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wood,Balcony / Deck
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 20.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 17.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 195.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 13.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 165.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 121.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: First
  • Bedroom4 Width: 11.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 77.0
  • Bathroom1 Length: 11.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 7.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 70.0
  • Bathroom2 Length: 10.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 7.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 132.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,Exterior Access,Slider
  • Dining Room Length: 12.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 11.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 408.0
  • Kitchen Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Balcony / Deck,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,French Doors,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Length: 24.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Kitchen Width: 17.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 165.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan
  • Room Living Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 11.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 550882
  • Assessments: $786,000
  • Book: 26544
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Zoning: Res
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1.0

Property History for 40 Downing Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 18, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #583756322

$805,000
Nov 18, 2016

Sold

MLS PIN #72067746

$805,000
Sep 20, 2016

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72067746

DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/18/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #583756322

$805,000
11/18/2016

Sold

MLS PIN #72067746

$805,000
09/20/2016

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72067746

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

Public Records for 40 Downing Road

Taxable ValueLand$889,000Additions$354,000Total$1,243,000
Tax Record2025$15,202 ($1,267 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,220 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,220 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,152 SqFtStories2Lot Size19,420 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1949Year Renovated1949ZoningRSCountyMIDDLESEXAPNLEXI M:0033 L:000116

Schools near 40 Downing 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
Rating
School
Distance
Bridge Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Jonas Clarke Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lexington High School
Public9 to 12

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 40 Downing Road, Lexington, MA 02421
$805,000
4
2,525
19,420
$2,015,000
4
3,060
18,657
$1,280,000
4
2,632
20,292
$1,370,000
3
2,287
10,984
$600,000
4
4
3,558
4
2.5
1,804
10,896

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