Dimensions9.333333333 x 5.333333333
FeaturesBathroom - Full
LevelSecond
837 Massachusetts Ave # 1, Lexington MA 02420
Lexington, MA 02420
$660,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$598,000
Final Sale Price:
$660,000
Difference:
+$62,000 (+10.4%)
Performance Metrics
110.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
17
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$573
Sale $/sq ft:
$632
This property sold for $632 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 10.4% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 17 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Known as the Bowman Tavern this renovated (1988) antique has beautiful wide plank flooring, high ceilings, hand adzed beams, charm and a fantastic East Village location. Convenient to Wilsons Farm, Waldorf School, playing fields and courts, conservation land, the MBTA busline and major routes. Own a piece of Lexington and national history!
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Property History
Market Insights
9.4%
Price Range
18
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
Jul 31, 2025
$660,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 18
Listed for Sale
Jun 26, 2025
$598,000
Original listing
Agent: Lester Savage
Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2025 | ✓ Sold | $660,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 06/26/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $598,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,179 | $587,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,179
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$0
Per month
Assessed Value
$587,000
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1770
Living Area
1,044 sq ft
Lot Size
0.30 acres
Stories
2
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Vinyl
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Y
Laundry
Flooring - Wood, First Floor, In Building, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
Internet Available - Unknown
Exterior
Construction
Frame, Stone, Block
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch, Patio
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch, Patio
Parking
Features
Off Street
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,179
Assessed Value
$587,000
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
2
Pets
Unknown
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Townhouse","2/3 Family"]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
18 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1770
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,044 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
2
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,044 sq ft above grade
Dimensions14.833333333 x 13.333333333
FeaturesFlooring - Wood
LevelSecond
Dimensions8.25 x 8
FeaturesFlooring - Vinyl
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
Dimensions8.083333333 x 5.083333333
FeaturesBathroom - Full
LevelFirst
Dimensions15.833333333 x 14.083333333
FeaturesBeamed Ceilings, Flooring - Wood, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Remodeled
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Patio
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:
Wood, Tile, Vinyl
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Internet Available - Unknown
Windows:
Storm Window(s)
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
Flooring - Wood, First Floor, In Building, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1770
Effective Year (Renovated):
1988
Structure Type:
Townhouse, 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials:
Frame, Stone, Block
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stories:
2
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Patio
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, 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
10 schools
Waldorf School
0.1 mi
Grades PK-08
Lexington Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
Cotting School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-12
Community Therapeutic School
2.4 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Bowman School
0.5 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
0.7 mi
68 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
The LEAP School
1.0 mi
Grades PK
A+
Harrington School
1.1 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
A+
Bridge School
2.0 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
2.0 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
1.1 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
2.5 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
JRI Meadowridge Pelham Academy School
0.7 mi
Grades 07-12
Lexington Christian Academy
0.8 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Lexington High School
1.7 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
3.4 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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837 Massachusetts Ave # 1, Lexington MA 02420
Lexington, MA 02420
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Lester Savage
Listing Office
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Office Phone
781-862-0202
Agent MLS ID
BB902891
Office MLS ID
AN4890
Listing Data Updated
Aug 3, 2025 8:02 AM EDT
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