Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds2,706 sqft$684/sqft
59 Forest St, Lexington, MA 02421
Single FamilyProperty Type
9,735 sq ftLot Size
1935Year Built
$684/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Rarely available in the heart of Lexington Center, this distinguished residence is beautifully set on a picturesque lot enhanced by lovely seasonal gardens and mature landscaping. Thoughtfully designed for both elegant entertaining and comfortable everyday living, the home features a gracious formal living room with a handsome fireplace and views of the private backyard. Generous living spaces include an expansive family room, a charming screened porch, a refined formal dining room, and an eat-in...Rarely available in the heart of Lexington Center, this distinguished residence is beautifully set on a picturesque lot enhanced by lovely seasonal gardens and mature landscaping. Thoughtfully designed for both elegant entertaining and comfortable everyday living, the home features a gracious formal living room with a handsome fireplace and views of the private backyard. Generous living spaces include an expansive family room, a charming screened porch, a refined formal dining room, and an eat-in kitchen. The upper level offers four spacious bedrooms, including a serene primary suite with a generously appointed en-suite bath. Combining timeless architectural appeal, exceptional space, and an enviable in-town location, this special property presents a rare opportunity to enjoy the very best of Lexington Center living.
  • Listed by: Andrea Jackson • Barrett Sotheby's International Realty
Listing closed: 09/01/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 73528073

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Property Information for 59 Forest Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $20,718 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Town: Lexington
  • Area: MA-Lexington
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Style: Garden, Colonial
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Parking Spaces Total: 4
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1935
  • Lot Size: 0.22 AC / 9,735 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Bike Path, Public School
  • Current Financing: Withheld
  • Living Area: 2706.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range
  • Basement Features: Partial, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • DoorFeatures: Insulated Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Brick
  • Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Gallery, Home Office
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Screens, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Garden Area, Porch - Screened
  • Lot Description: Cleared, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Lake/Pond, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 270.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Dressing Room,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 15.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 18.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 140.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 10.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 225.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 15.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 240.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Window(s) - Picture
  • Bedroom4 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 16.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom1 Level: Main,First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 104.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom2 Length: 13.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 8.0
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 168.0
  • Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Crown Molding
  • Dining Room Length: 12.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Dining Room Width: 14.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 338.0
  • Family Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,French Doors,Exterior Access
  • Family Room Length: 26.0
  • Family Room Level: Main,First
  • Family Room Width: 13.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 182.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture,Pantry,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting
  • Kitchen Length: 13.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 14.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 357.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Wainscoting,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 21.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Level: Second
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Disclosures: Home office is a flex room also being listed as a bedroom. Drapes in living room and family room are excluded.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 553465
  • Assessments: $1,683,000
  • Book: 82428
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: RS
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 59 Forest Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 1, 2026

Sold

MLS PIN #73528073

$1,850,000
Jun 8, 2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73528073

Jun 8, 2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73528073

DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/01/2026

Sold

MLS PIN #73528073

$1,850,000
06/08/2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73528073

06/08/2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73528073

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

Public Records for 59 Forest Street

Taxable ValueLand$898,000Additions$691,000Total$1,589,000
Tax Record2025$19,433 ($1,619 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,405 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,405 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt488 SqFtStories2Lot Size9,735 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1935Year Renovated1935ZoningRSCountyMIDDLESEXAPNLEXI M:0049 L:000146

Schools near 59 Forest Street

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

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Listing Courtesy of Barrett Sotheby's International Realty, Andrea Jackson

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