61 Taft Avenue, Lexington MA 02421

Lexington, MA 02421
$4,600/mo
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,016
Sq Ft
5,400
Lot Sq Ft
1955
Year Built
3
Parking
58
Days on Market
For Rent Listed Jun 25, 2026 • MLS# 73542047 Copied! • Updated Aug 6, 2026

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About this home

Located on a tree-lined street in a desirable neighborhood, this well-maintained home offers easy access to public transportation into Cambridge, and Boston. Enjoy top-rated Lexington schools and a convenient lifestyle just a short distance from Wilson Farm, conservation trails, parks, recreation, the Minuteman Bikeway, shopping, restaurants, and Trader Joe's in nearby Arlington.The main level features a fire placed living room, generously sized eat-in kitchen, family room, full bath, and a home office that can also serve as an au pair or guest room. Upstairs are three spacious bedrooms, including a front-to-back primary bedroom with cathedral ceiling and study/sitting area, plus a laundry room and second full bath. The heated lower-level bonus room offers flexible living space for a playroom, gym, etc. Hardwood floors, patio, three-car driveway, organic lawn care twice a year, and lead paint certification complete this appealing single family rental opportunity. Available now.

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

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
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
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Patio, Storage
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Patio
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
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) 27 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

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
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
E

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 | #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 Children's Place
1.2 mi
70 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
A+
Harrington School
1.4 mi | #60 of 824 | Score: 61.7
Dropped 45 spots from last year
+3.5 above state avg
374 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
The LEAP School
1.4 mi
Grades PK
A+
Bridge School
2.5 mi | #21 of 824 | Score: 64.5
Improved 86 spots from last year
+6.3 above state avg
345 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A+
Fiske School
2.5 mi | #37 of 824 | Score: 63.3
Improved 209 spots from last year
+5.1 above state avg
324 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A+
Jonas Clarke Middle School
1.5 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+
William Diamond Middle School
3.0 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
H

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 | #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
A
Minuteman Regional High School
3.9 mi | #71 of 346 | Score: 63.9
Dropped 23 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
669 students Moderate
12 sports • 700 athletes
Strong AP Program 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 6, 2026 8:50 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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