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Listing broker remarks

Set in the heart of Lexington, just a short distance from Lexington Center, 209 Waltham Street is beautifully appointed throughout, striking an exceptional balance of classic New England charm and modern craftsmanship. An expansive farmer’s porch welcomes you into warm, inviting living spaces with an effortless flow between the living, dining, and kitchen areas. The family room, anchored by a fireplace, opens to a covered porch with a stunning wood-paneled ceiling—an inviting extension of the home for entertaining, relaxing, and everyday living. A sun-filled office/sunroom wrapped in windows offers flexible space for work, reading, or quiet retreat. Additional flexible space offers excellent potential for a guest suite, along with abundant storage. With 5 bedrooms, 3 full and 2 half baths and professionally designed grounds that create a beautiful setting for outdoor living, entertaining, and play, this exceptional property offers a rare combination of space, character, and convenience, with easy access to Route 2 and Cambridge/Boston.— William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Key details

  • 5,024 sq ft
  • 25,954 lot sq ft
  • 5 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 1905 built
  • $567 / sq ft
  • $31,074 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠6⁠9⁠1⁠4⁠8⁠
Last updated
Address
209 Waltham St
Town
Lexington, MA
ZIP
02421
Deed (Bk/Pg)
52471 / 173

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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.