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Arlington vs Lexington, MA — June 2026

A side-by-side comparison of Arlington and Lexington, Massachusetts — home prices, property taxes, schools, and market conditions.

Updated June 2026 · Live MLS data
More Affordable
Arlington
Lower Property Tax
Arlington
Faster Market
Lexington
Higher-Rated Schools
Tie

Arlington vs Lexington: How They Compare

MetricArlingtonLexington
Median List Price$1.1M$2.55M
Price / Sq Ft$611$593
Active Listings139186
Avg. Days on Market9072
Market TypeBalancedBalanced
Property Tax ($/$1k)$10.77$12.23
School District GradeA+A+

Comparing Arlington and Lexington, Massachusetts: Arlington has a median list price of $1.1M, while Lexington is around $2.55M. Arlington is the more affordable of the two.

On property taxes, Arlington charges $10.77 per $1,000 versus Lexington at $12.23, so Arlington has the lower rate. Schools: Arlington's district is graded A+ and Lexington's is A+. Arlington is currently a balanced market and Lexington a balanced market.

Both figures come from live MLS data. Browse current listings in Arlington or Lexington to compare homes side by side.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlington or Lexington more affordable?

Arlington is more affordable, with a median list price of $1.1M versus $2.55M in Lexington.

Which has lower property taxes, Arlington or Lexington?

Arlington has the lower residential property tax rate: $10.77 per $1,000 versus $12.23 in Lexington.

Which has better schools, Arlington or Lexington?

Arlington's school district is graded A+ and Lexington's is A+.

Market figures are derived from live MLS data and are provided for informational purposes only. They are not an appraisal or a guarantee of value. Last updated June 2026.