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Listing broker remarks

Thoughtfully renovated and rich with original detail, the home offers scale, flexibility, and a lifestyle rarely found at this price point. A rare opportunity to enjoy a piece of history in one of New England’s most historic towns, it's adjacent to the Minuteman Bikeway and moments to Lexington Center, top-rated schools, the Waldorf School, Adams playground, and tennis and pickleball courts. This home blends convenience with privacy. Curated perennial gardens, fenced yard and multi-level deck create an ideal setting for entertaining or relaxing in a private garden oasis. Inside, grand ceilings, curved archways, rich millwork, hardwood floors and abundant natural light create bright, inviting living spaces. Open layout connects updated kitchen with island to dining and fireplaced family room. Flexible bedroom layout includes a spacious primary suite with spa bath plus third-floor suite ideal for guests, office or extended living. Mudroom, garage and upstairs laundry for convenience.— Barrett Sotheby's International Realty

Key details

  • 4,382 sq ft
  • 10,500 lot sq ft
  • 5 beds
  • 3.5 baths
  • 1860 built
  • $431 / sq ft
  • $20,730 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠1⁠8⁠1⁠5⁠8⁠
Last updated
Address
20 Maple Street
Town
Lexington, MA
ZIP
02420
Deed (Bk/Pg)
67668 / 489

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Smith, Everett E. Barn · includes LEX.649

What this means for buyers →

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Neighborhood: Lexington

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.