12 Summit Rd, Lexington MA 02421
Lexington, MA 02421
$18,000/mo
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About this home
The home is located on Follen Hill’s Mount Independence, one of the highest points in Lexington, an Italianate villa modeled by famed artist Hermann Dudley Murphy. The 1.75 acre gardens are exceptional, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, Jr. This home is truly a work of art. The eat-in kitchen dining room leads to an extensive living area with stenciled cypress paneling, a drawing room, media room and sun room. There are six bedrooms over two floors and seven bathrooms. The lower level is finished and a second kitchen and living space make it ideal for use as an au-pair suite. The piece de resistance is the indoor swimming pool with lounging area overlooking The Great Lawn and steps leading to the foundation stones of a historic observation tower. The in-door pool has an endless current technology (Badu) which allows swimming against a current. The home and grounds are perfect for family gatherings, grand entertainment and garden parties!
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Property History
Property Timeline
Listed for Rent
Jul 8, 2026
$18,000
Original listing
Agent: Lisa Godwin
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/08/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $18,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1915
Living Area
7,576 sq ft
Lot Size
76,173 sq ft
Bedrooms
6
Full Baths
6
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
16
Rental Details
Available
Jul 1, 2026
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Gardener
Security Deposit
$19,000
Required
First MonthLast MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
Pet Policy
Dogs OKCats OKRestrictions Apply
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas, Central, Baseboard, Hydro Air
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
7
Basement
None
Laundry
In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Patio
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Patio
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
None
Total Spaces
7
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Field Card
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
4 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1915
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
6
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
7,576 sq ft
Total Rooms
16
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
5,579 sq ft above grade
1,997 sq ft below grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPatio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Building
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1915
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Natural Gas, Central, Baseboard, Hydro Air
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio
Patio & Porch:
Patio
Fencing:
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Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Total Parking Spaces:
7
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
7
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, Public School
Nearby Schools
School District
Lexington School District local
A+
School Safety
2024-25
0.3%
Low
0.3%
Suspensions
0.6%
In-School
5.2% below state avg
Elementary Schools
3 schools
Waldorf School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Bowman School
0.3 mi
|
#13 of 824
|
Score: 65.8
Dropped 5 spots from last year
+7.6 above state avg
429 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Lexington Montessori School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-06
Middle Schools
3 schools
A+
Jonas Clarke Middle School
1.0 mi
|
#1 of 352
|
Score: 67.5
Improved 4 spots from last year
+9.3 above state avg
796 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A+
Ottoson Middle School
1.8 mi
|
#4 of 352
|
Score: 65.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
+7 above state avg
963 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 07-08
A+
William Diamond Middle School
2.5 mi
|
#9 of 352
|
Score: 63.9
Same rank as last year
+5.7 above state avg
936 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
JRI Meadowridge Pelham Academy School
0.8 mi
Grades 07-12
Lexington Christian Academy
1.0 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Lexington High School
1.7 mi
|
#2 of 346
|
Score: 82.3
Improved 3 spots from last year
+24.1 above state avg
2,405 students
Diverse
20 sports
• 2,520 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Location
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Neighborhood
12 Summit Rd, Lexington MA 02421
Lexington, MA 02421
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Lisa Godwin
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
617-945-9161
Agent MLS ID
BB700349
Office MLS ID
AN2064
Listing Data Updated
Jul 12, 2026 3:07 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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