26 Taft Avenue

Lexington, MA 02421

$612,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,559 Sq. Ft.
$393 / Sq. Ft.
1,559
Sq. Ft.
$393
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This beautifully maintained Cape,surrounded by gorgeous stone walls, is sited on a lush, lovely, manicured lot in convenient Liberty Heights. Warm and inviting, this home features stained glass windows, hardwood floors, living room with brick fireplace, sun filled dining room and a 4-season sun room with abundant windows overlooking back yard. The Master bedroom has a cathedral ceiling and scenic view. Kitchen features custom made tile from Costa Rica. On the second floor, find a secret, hide away...This beautifully maintained Cape,surrounded by gorgeous stone walls, is sited on a lush, lovely, manicured lot in convenient Liberty Heights. Warm and inviting, this home features stained glass windows, hardwood floors, living room with brick fireplace, sun filled dining room and a 4-season sun room with abundant windows overlooking back yard. The Master bedroom has a cathedral ceiling and scenic view. Kitchen features custom made tile from Costa Rica. On the second floor, find a secret, hide away play room, ample storage and another bedroom. The lower level family room has a working stone fireplace, tiled floor and good light. Many updates have been done by the owner of the last 38 years including boiler (2003), B- Dry Basement system (2005), upgraded electric (2000), roof (2008), blown in insulation and fresh sod in the yard (2013). Located a short distance from public transportation, conservation land, Minuteman Bike Path, shops, restaurants, and Wilson Farm.

Listing Agent

  1. Darbie Stokes

    Darbie Stokes

    Listing Agent

    Compass

Property Details for 26 Taft Avenue

Town
Lexington
Area
MA-Lexington
Architectural Style
Cape
Style
Cape
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
3

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Darbie Stokes

Sold By RE/MAX Renaissance Inc, Casey L. Elia

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LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 06:17 AM

Property Details for 26 Taft Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #71600851
Days on Market5
Taxes$6,536 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1938
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Darbie Stokes

Sold By RE/MAX Renaissance Inc, Casey L. Elia

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Building Information for 26 Taft Avenue

Stories-Year Built1938Building Size-Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,633 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,885 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,340

Property Taxes

$545

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 26 Taft Avenue

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1559.0
  • Color: White/Red
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Bowman
  • High School: Lhs
  • Middle School: Clarke
  • Neighborhood: Liberty Heights
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Oil Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished, Walk Out, Interior Access, Garage Access
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceFeatures: Family Room, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Sun Room, Play Room
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame, Brick
  • Other Structures: Workshop
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Wall AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Steam, Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewage District: MWRA
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 220.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 10.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 22.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 130.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Bedroom2 Width: 13.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 100.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 10.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 48.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom1 Length: 6.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 8.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 32.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom2 Length: 4.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Basement
  • Bathroom2 Width: 8.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 143.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Stained Glass
  • Dining Room Length: 11.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 13.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 374.0
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Family Room Length: 11.0
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • Family Room Width: 34.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 135.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Vinyl,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Exterior Access
  • Kitchen Length: 9.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 15.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 12X15
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 231.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Stained Glass
  • Room Living Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 21.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 548119
  • Assessments: $430,000
  • Book: 12845
  • Lot: 000071
  • Map: 0013
  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Zoning: RS2
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.5

Property History for 26 Taft Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 26 Taft Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$560,000Additions$389,000Total$949,000
Tax Record2023$12,337 ($1,028 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,622 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,622 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt568 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,633 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1938ZoningRSCountyMIDDLESEXAPNLEXI M:0013 L:000071Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 26 Taft Avenue

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

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