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    House for rent
  • $19,500/mo

    2 Effie Pl, Lexington, MA 02421

    6beds
    7,238sqft

    This listing now includes required monthly fees in the total price. Learn more

    Single family residence
    Available now
    Cats, small dogs OK
    Central air
    In unit laundry
    Detached parking
    Forced air
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    FOR RENT - Exceptional estate formerly the Governor's mansion located near Lexington's vibrant town center, top-rated schools & just minutes to Cambridge & downtown Boston. Recently transformed classic exterior combined with ultra modern interior to create an ambiance of warmth & sophistication. Elegant & grand formal spaces brilliantly designed for comfort & entertaining. Soaring high ceilings, wide plank flooring, gas fireplace & central AC. Professional chef's kitchen offering custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, 10 ft island & high end Miele stainless steel appliances. Primary suite with spa-like sumptuous bath & expansive walk in closet. Three car garage + 4 car driveway. Pets negotiable. Beyond main home, this estate encompasses a 850+ SF 1 bed/1bath carriage house good for guest or Au pair suite all nestled within the expansive .65 acre flowing lot of manicured gardens making it a perfect retreat for those seeking both tranquility & convenience. A true masterpiece! Pets and lease term negotiable. Available now Tenant responsible for all utilities (gas, electric, water/sewer) , landscaping and snow removal
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    Zillow last checked: 10 hours ago

    Listing updated: January 17, 2026 at 11:45am

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 6
    • Bathrooms: 7
    • Full bathrooms: 6
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Walk In Closet
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 7,238 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Detached
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Electricity not included in rent, Gas not included in rent, Heating system: Forced Air, No Utilities included in rent, Sewage not included in rent, Walk In Closet, Water not included in rent
    Details
    • Parcel number: LEXIM0041L00049A

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Lexington

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/5/2025Listed for rent$19,500$3/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    10/18/2025Listing removed$3,600,000$497/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73418777 Report a problem
    8/16/2025Listed for sale$3,600,000-14.3%$497/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73418777 Report a problem
    4/8/2025Listing removed$4,200,000$580/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73347782 Report a problem
    3/20/2025Listed for sale$4,200,000-4.1%$580/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73347782 Report a problem

    Neighborhood: 02421

    Nearby schools

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