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Sold for $2,400,000
$2,400,000
17 Winthrop Rd, Lexington, MA 02421
5beds
4,065sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1895
0.57 Acres Lot
$2,555,500 Zestimate®
$590/sqft
$7,892 Estimated rent
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$2.33M - $2.81M
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Listed by:
Stephanie Ford 617-468-7889,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton 617-969-2447
Bought with:
Christine Pomer
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73238769
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
- Area: 200.2
- Dimensions: 14.3 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
- Area: 206.15
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 13.3
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 135.42
- Dimensions: 12.2 x 11.1
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
- Area: 140.94
- Dimensions: 16.2 x 8.7
Bedroom 5
- Features: Cedar Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: Third
- Area: 214.88
- Dimensions: 15.8 x 13.6
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Marble, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
- Area: 59.52
- Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.4
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Marble, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
- Area: 53.32
- Dimensions: 8.6 x 6.2
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Marble, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Third
- Area: 131.89
- Dimensions: 12.1 x 10.9
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 201.15
- Dimensions: 14.9 x 13.5
Family room
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Skylight, Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 226.56
- Dimensions: 19.2 x 11.8
Kitchen
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 425.92
- Dimensions: 24.2 x 17.6
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 17.5 x 14.4
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Active Solar, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP), Pellet Stove, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Laminate, In Basement
Features
- Recessed Lighting, Closet, Lighting - Pendant, Wainscoting, Lighting - Sconce, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Cedar Closet(s), Lighting - Overhead, Sitting Room, Foyer, Bathroom, Play Room, Game Room, Bedroom, Walk-up Attic
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Laminate, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Doors: French Doors, Insulated Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,065
- Total interior livable area: 4,065 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 9
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Insulated, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck, Deck - Composite, Covered
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Composite, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens, Garden
- Frontage length: 107.00
Lot
- Size: 0.57 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Level
Details
- Foundation area: 0
- Parcel number: 551899
- Zoning: RS
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1895
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Sidewalks
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Munroe Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lexington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $590/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,070,000
- Annual tax amount: $25,358
- Date on market: 9/14/2025
- Listing terms: Contract
- Exclusions: Flame Thrower Tree, Back Yard, 3' Tall. Ceiling Light Fixture In The Sitting Room.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2024 | Sold | $2,400,000-4%$590/sqft |
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| 9/20/2024 | Contingent | $2,500,000$615/sqft |
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| 9/13/2024 | Price change | $2,500,000-6.3%$615/sqft |
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| 7/25/2024 | Price change | $2,669,000-2.9%$657/sqft |
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| 6/5/2024 | Price change | $2,749,000-5.2%$676/sqft |
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| 5/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,899,000+355.1%$713/sqft |
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| 4/24/1996 | Sold | $637,000+27.4%$157/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/1993 | Sold | $500,000$123/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $25,536 +0.7% | $2,088,000 +0.9% |
| 2024 | $25,358 +1.5% | $2,070,000 +7.7% |
| 2023 | $24,986 +4% | $1,922,000 +10.4% |
| 2022 | $24,026 +1.7% | $1,741,000 +6.1% |
| 2021 | $23,614 +0.6% | $1,641,000 -1.8% |
| 2020 | $23,478 +4.6% | $1,671,000 +5.1% |
| 2019 | $22,451 +3.4% | $1,590,000 +4.7% |
| 2018 | $21,707 +0.9% | $1,518,000 +2.3% |
| 2017 | $21,503 +2.2% | $1,484,000 +3% |
| 2016 | $21,039 +6.8% | $1,441,000 +8.7% |
| 2015 | $19,704 +3.1% | $1,326,000 +7.6% |
| 2014 | $19,108 +3.7% | $1,232,000 +1.7% |
| 2013 | $18,422 -0.8% | $1,212,000 -2.3% |
| 2012 | $18,578 +1.5% | $1,241,000 -2.4% |
| 2011 | $18,302 +3.9% | $1,271,000 |
| 2010 | $17,616 +4.6% | $1,271,000 -2.2% |
| 2009 | $16,848 +9.2% | $1,299,000 +5.4% |
| 2008 | $15,425 +7.1% | $1,232,000 -3% |
| 2007 | $14,402 +3.5% | $1,270,000 +1.4% |
| 2006 | $13,910 +7.6% | $1,252,000 +9.8% |
| 2005 | $12,928 +18.2% | $1,140,000 +9.1% |
| 2004 | $10,941 +4.1% | $1,045,000 +8.9% |
| 2003 | $10,512 +15.3% | $960,000 +18.8% |
| 2002 | $9,114 +13.9% | $808,000 +23.7% |
| 2000 | $7,999 +10.7% | $653,000 +15.6% |
| 1999 | $7,226 | $565,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02421
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Maria Hastings Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 9/10Wm Diamond Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 10/10Lexington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hastings
- Middle: Diamond
- High: Lhs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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