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145 Days on market

1949 Massachusetts Ave Lexington — Photo 1 of 11

Recent Drop: $446,000

$2,925,000

$2,479,000

1949 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA 02421

Lexington, MA 02421

Beds

Baths

2.5

SqFt

4,101

Style

Single Family

Built

1850

Once in a generation does this kind of opportunity present itself! The " George W. Taylor House", a Grand Victorian prominently situated in the Battle Green District is being offered for sale after 58 years in the same family ownership. With generous dimensions throughout, this 13 room home retains much of its original period architectural details and hardwood floors. Built on a considerably large lot for the neighborhood, it also features a detached carriage house with an attached one-bedroom apartment. A rare opportunity for the new owner to restore the property to its original stature as a Grande Dame of Lexington.

Market Value Analysis

This Property

Size (SqFt) →Price →

This Property$604/sqft

Local Avg (Lexington)$605/sqft

0% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Lexington, MA.

Financials

Original Price$2,925,000

Annual Taxes$24,974

Parking

Garage2

Off-Street6

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms13

Fireplaces1

FlooringTile, Vinyl, Hardwood

BasementConcrete, Unfinished

Climate & Utilities

HeatingCentral, Hot Water, Oil, Natural Gas

CoolingNone

WaterPublic

SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame, Post & Beam

RoofShingle

FoundationStone

ZoningRS

Property & Lot

Acres0.57

SqFt Lot24,648

Lot FeaturesLevel

Amenities & Appliances

Water Heater • Gas Water Heater

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Park • Walk/Jog Trails

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Second

Primary BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bedroom 4Bedroom 5Bathroom 2Bathroom 3

First

Living RoomDining RoomKitchenFamily RoomBathroom 1

Living Room

Lvl First

Dining Room

Lvl First

Kitchen

Lvl First

Family Room

Lvl First

Primary Bedroom

Lvl Second

Bedroom 2

Lvl Second

Bedroom 3

Lvl Second

Bedroom 4

Lvl Second

Bedroom 5

Lvl Second

Bathroom 1

Lvl First

Bathroom - Half

Bathroom 2

Lvl Second

Bathroom 3

Lvl Second

Property History

Price Drop

$2,479,000

Was $2,925,000

Jul 21, 2026

MLS® 73507044

Listed

$2,925,000

Apr 24, 2026

MLS® 73507044

Population

18,080

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$228K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

24.1%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Middlesex County

2,698 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+3% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,713 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 4,101 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 24,648 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Full Lexington, MA market report ZIP 02421 market data

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Jeffrey Lyon

Listing Office: W. H. Lyon, Inc. REALTORS®

MLS® Number: 73507044