42 Somerset Rd

3,747 Sq. Ft.
$667 / Sq. Ft.
3,747
Sq. Ft.
$667
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Stunning sophistication awaits in this elegant, re-designed 5 bed, 4.5 bath, colonial on the most beautiful street in the heart of Merriam Hill. Blending gracious 20’s architecture w/2 extraordinary renovations, this home is perfect for today’s lifestyle. The heart of the home, a custom K/FR w/gas frplc, leads to a deck & yard. A wet bar pantry w/custom cabs & wine fridge transitions to the more formal rms. The LR w/frpl & custom built-ins leads thru french doors to a sunrm & combines w/the DR to...Stunning sophistication awaits in this elegant, re-designed 5 bed, 4.5 bath, colonial on the most beautiful street in the heart of Merriam Hill. Blending gracious 20’s architecture w/2 extraordinary renovations, this home is perfect for today’s lifestyle. The heart of the home, a custom K/FR w/gas frplc, leads to a deck & yard. A wet bar pantry w/custom cabs & wine fridge transitions to the more formal rms. The LR w/frpl & custom built-ins leads thru french doors to a sunrm & combines w/the DR to provide graceful entertaining. Completing the 1st fl is a mudrm & 1/2 bath. The renovated main suite w/marble bath & dual walk-in closets provides privacy. A just completed, bedrm wing add’n delivers 2 beds, a dual sink bath & laundry rm. An en-suite guest rm finishes the 2nd fl. The 3rd fl has a renov au pair/teen suite w/bath. The LL has a rm w/sprung fl that could be used for play, dance, exercise, or media. A mudrm off the garage, storage & add'l W&D connections in unfin area. Exceptional!
  1. Listed by Sheila Watson • Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington

Property Details for 42 Somerset Road

Town
Lexington
Area
MA-Lexington
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Garden, Colonial
Garage Spaces
2
Open Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
4
LISTING CLOSED: 09/10/2021 12:00 AM

Property Details for 42 Somerset Road

StatusSold
MLS #72876734
Days on Market5
Taxes$24,405 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1923
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington, Sheila Watson

Sold By William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, Coleman Group

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Building Information for 42 Somerset Road

Stories-Year Built1923Building Size-Lot Size0.39 AC / 16,807 SF

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$14,741 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$12,707

Property Taxes

$2,034

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Property Information for 42 Somerset Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Bike Path, Conservation Area
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 3747.0
  • Color: Brick
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Fiske
  • High School: Lexington
  • Middle School: Diamond
  • Neighborhood: Merriam Hill
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Wine Cooler, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Electric Oven, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Access, Garage Access
  • Num of Baths: 5.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Family Room, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Tile, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Crown Molding, Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Wet bar, Open Floor Plan, Sun Room, Bathroom, Play Room, Mud Room, Wetbar
  • Interior Features: Wetbar, French Doors, Security System
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Electric Dryer Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden Area, Porch, Deck
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Work Area, Side Entry, Paved Drive
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Work Area, Side Entry, Paved Drive
  • Parking Features: Work Area, Side Entry
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Forced Air, Baseboard, Steam, Radiant, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 221.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 17.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 13.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 238.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 17.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 14.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 144.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding
  • Bedroom3 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 132.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 144.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Skylight,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom5 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Bedroom5 Width: 12.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 28.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom1 Length: 7.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 4.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 63.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Double Vanity,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Sconce,Crown Molding
  • Bathroom2 Length: 9.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 7.0
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Area: 80.0
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Double Vanity
  • Bathroom3 Length: 10.0
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
  • Bathroom3 Width: 8.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 168.0
  • Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Chair Rail,Wainscoting,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Dining Room Length: 14.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 12.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 330.0
  • Family Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Crown Molding
  • Family Room Length: 22.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 15.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 275.0
  • Kitchen Features: Skylight,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Kitchen Island,Deck - Exterior,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Gas Stove,Lighting - Pendant
  • Kitchen Length: 25.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 11.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 10X6
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 312.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Lighting - Sconce,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 26.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 12.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Vid & aud surv in effect,new lge 2nd fl bed designed to accept buyer's armoire as closet,3rd flr bed suite closet just outside bed door,3rd fl skylt has escape safety capability,FR wired for buyer supplied overhead light,K has 2 speakers (sonos contr excl),LR chimney remov'd & piped for gas.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 554510
  • Assessments: $1,696,000
  • Book: 64166
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Zoning: Resid'l
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Frontage: 132.00
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 9
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.5

Property History for 42 Somerset Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 10, 2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72876734

$2,500,000
Aug 9, 2021

Contingent

MLS PIN #72876734

Aug 5, 2021

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72876734

$2,499,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/10/2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72876734

$2,500,000
08/09/2021

Contingent

MLS PIN #72876734

08/05/2021

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72876734

$2,499,000

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

Public Records for 42 Somerset Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,080,000Additions$1,267,000Total$2,347,000
Tax Record2025$28,704 ($2,392 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt3,519 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,519 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,324 SqFtStories3Lot Size16,807 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1923Year Renovated1923ZoningRSCountyMIDDLESEXAPNLEXI M:0056 L:000113

Schools near 42 Somerset 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
Fiske
PublicK to 5

Wm Diamond 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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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington, Sheila Watson

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