Dimensions15 x 12
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
61 Taft Avenue, Lexington MA 02421
Lexington, MA 02421
$4,600/mo
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About this home
Prime Lexington Location! Set on a pretty, tree-lined street in a desirable neighborhood, this well-maintained single-family home offers the ideal combination of space, convenience, and access to top-rated Lexington schools. Enjoy easy access to public transportation to Cambridge and Boston, while being just minutes from Wilson Farm, conservation trails, parks, recreation, the Minuteman Bikeway, shopping, restaurants, and Trader Joe’s in nearby Arlington. The main level features a fireplaced living room, generously sized eat-in kitchen, comfortable family room, full bath, and a versatile home office that can also serve as a guest or au pair room. Upstairs are three spacious bedrooms, including a front-to-back primary bedroom with cathedral ceiling and a flexible sitting/study area, plus a laundry room and second full bath. The heated lower-level bonus room provides additional space for a playroom, home gym, office, or recreation area.Additional features include hardwood floors, a private patio, three-car driveway, and twice-yearly organic lawn care. Lead paint certification is complete. Available now—don’t miss this opportunity to rent a spacious single-family home in one of Lexington’s most desirable locations!
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Property History
Market Insights
Property Timeline
Showing Instructions Updated
Jul 30, 2026
New showing requirements
Listed for Rent
Jun 25, 2026
$4,600
Original listing
Agent: Cil Cangiano
Office: Barrett Sotheby's International Realty
Listed for Rent
Jun 25, 2026
$4,600
Original listing
Office: Barrett Sotheby's International Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/30/2026 | 👁️ Showing Instructions Updated | - | - | - | New showing requirements |
| 06/25/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $4,600 | - | - | Original listing |
| 06/25/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $4,600 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1955
Living Area
2,016 sq ft
Lot Size
5,400 sq ft
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
8
Rental Details
Available
Available Now
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Water, Sewer
Security Deposit
$4,600
Required
First MonthLast MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
No
Pet Policy
No Pets
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas, Baseboard, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
None
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
2
Basement
None
Laundry
Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Second Floor, In Unit
Features
Bonus Room, Office
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Patio, Storage
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Patio
Parking
Features
None
Total Spaces
3
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
Flexible
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Field Card
Sq Ft Disclosures
Town Record. Interior photos are from 2020.
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
55 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1955
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,016 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,016 sq ft above grade
375 sq ft below grade
Dimensions15 x 11
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelSecond
Dimensions23 x 12
FeaturesCathedral Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions10 x 9
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions25 x 11
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Dining Area
LevelFirst
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelFirst
Dimensions14 x 11
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access
LevelFirst
Dimensions18 x 11
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPatio
Room Markers
OOffice (1)
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (5)
BABathroom (4)
DDining (1)
LLiving (2)
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:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features:
Bonus Room, Office
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Second Floor, In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1955
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Natural Gas, Baseboard, Fireplace(s)
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio, Storage
Patio & Porch:
Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Bike Path, Conservation Area
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
10 schools
Waldorf School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Lexington Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
Cotting School
1.9 mi
Grades PK-12
Community Therapeutic School
2.6 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Bowman School
0.7 mi
|
#20 of 825
|
Score: 65.2
Dropped 12 spots from last year
+7 above state avg
421 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Lexington Children's Place
1.2 mi
68 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
A+
Harrington School
1.4 mi
|
#61 of 825
|
Score: 61.3
Dropped 46 spots from last year
+3.1 above state avg
363 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
The LEAP School
1.4 mi
Grades PK
A+
Bridge School
2.5 mi
|
#24 of 825
|
Score: 64.5
Improved 83 spots from last year
+6.3 above state avg
348 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A+
Fiske School
2.5 mi
|
#44 of 825
|
Score: 62.8
Improved 202 spots from last year
+4.6 above state avg
279 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
2 schools
A+
Jonas Clarke Middle School
1.5 mi
|
#1 of 352
|
Score: 67.4
Improved 4 spots from last year
+9.2 above state avg
785 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A+
William Diamond Middle School
3.0 mi
|
#10 of 352
|
Score: 63.7
Dropped 1 spots from last year
+5.5 above state avg
907 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
High Schools
4 schools
Lexington Christian Academy
0.8 mi
Grades 06-12
JRI Meadowridge Pelham Academy School
1.3 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Lexington High School
2.2 mi
|
#1 of 346
|
Score: 82.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
+24.4 above state avg
2,348 students
Diverse
20 sports
• 2,520 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
A-
Minuteman Regional High School
3.9 mi
|
#74 of 346
|
Score: 63.7
Dropped 26 spots from last year
+5.5 above state avg
657 students
Moderate
12 sports
• 700 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood
61 Taft Avenue, Lexington MA 02421
Lexington, MA 02421
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Cil Cangiano
Listing Office
Barrett Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
781-862-1700
Agent MLS ID
CT003098
Office MLS ID
AN3160
Listing Data Updated
Aug 26, 2026 8:12 PM EDT
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