Seller's Agent in 2025
Lester Savage
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
(781) 504-6856
45 in this area
124 Total Sales
14 Somerset Rd Lexington, MA 02420
Munroe Hill Neighborhood
5
Beds
2
Baths
3,261
Sq Ft
0.31
Acres
Highlights
- Custom Closet System
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Property is near public transit and schools
- Fiske Elementary School Rated A
- Deck
- Living Room with Fireplace
About This Home
As of May 2025Merriam Hill. If you've been looking for that needle in a haystack- a right sized home with first floor and second floor bedrooms on a side street in one of Lexington's top locations, then- look no further! The layout is ideal for extended family or multi-generational living with multiple bedrooms on the first and second floors. Features of note include- primary bedroom with balcony overlooking private yard; a sunroom opening to a large cathedral ceilinged screened porch or the spacious deck; an eat-in kitchen; hardwood floors; a fireplaced living room and basement playroom; a sustainable garden; attached two car garage. Sited on a level 3/10ths of an acre (across from the "green banana) on one of Lexington's most coveted streets this is the perfect setting from which to enjoy Lexington Center, conservation areas, the Minuteman Bikeway, Cary Library and Cary Hall. Walk to Fiske, Diamond and Lexington High. Priced to reflect "as is" condition.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate Listed on: 05/02/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $19,446
Year Built
- Built in 1953
Lot Details
- 0.31 Acre Lot
- Level Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Garden
- Property is zoned RS
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Side Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- French Colonial Architecture
- Cottage
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Frame Construction
- Blown Fiberglass Insulation
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Decorative Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- Insulated Windows
- Bay Window
- Window Screens
- French Doors
- Insulated Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Dining Area
- Home Office
- Play Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Screened Porch
- Attic Access Panel
- Washer
Kitchen
- Country Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Custom Closet System
- Dual Closets
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Bulkhead
- Balcony
- Deck
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near public transit and schools
Schools
- Fiske Elementary School
- Diamond Middle School
- LHS High School
Utilities
- Two cooling system units
- Window Unit Cooling System
- 3 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Baseboard Heating
- 220 Volts
- Gas Water Heater
- Internet Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 110
- Assessor Parcel Number M:0056 L:000110,554507
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Merriam Hill Subdivision
- Near Conservation Area
Amenities
- Shops
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 2, 2025
Closed on
May 19, 2025
Sold by
Appleby T T and Appleby A
Bought by
Song Siyuan and Yao Huilan
Seller's Agent
Lester Savage
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Ning Sun
United Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$1,650,000
Sold Price
$1,750,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100,000
6.06%
Views
37
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$41,910
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.89%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 5, 2018
Sold by
Appleby Gila
Bought by
Appleby T T and Appleby A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 29, 1988
Sold by
Sikes Albert D
Bought by
Appleby Gila
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,000
Interest Rate
10.66%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | $1,750,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $1,750,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $383,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $130,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $130,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23/2025 05/23/25 | Sold | $1,750,000 | +6.1% | $537 / Sq Ft |
| 05/07/2025 05/07/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/02/2025 05/02/25 | For Sale | $1,650,000 | -- | $506 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,446 | $1,590,000 | $1,050,000 | $540,000 |
| 2024 | $20,850 | $1,702,000 | $1,000,000 | $702,000 |
| 2023 | $19,890 | $1,530,000 | $909,000 | $621,000 |
| 2022 | $19,072 | $1,382,000 | $827,000 | $555,000 |
| 2021 | $19,283 | $1,340,000 | $787,000 | $553,000 |
| 2020 | $18,827 | $1,340,000 | $787,000 | $553,000 |
| 2019 | $17,904 | $1,268,000 | $750,000 | $518,000 |
| 2018 | $17,046 | $1,192,000 | $694,000 | $498,000 |
| 2017 | $16,490 | $1,138,000 | $661,000 | $477,000 |
| 2016 | $15,768 | $1,080,000 | $607,000 | $473,000 |
| 2015 | $14,697 | $989,000 | $552,000 | $437,000 |
| 2014 | $14,037 | $905,000 | $494,000 | $411,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lester Savage
-
Ning Sun
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Ning Sun
United Real Estate, LLC
(781) 386-7257
13 in this area
256 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73368947
APN: LEXI-000056-000000-000110
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