Seller's Agent in 2025
Laura Segal
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(617) 823-4287
1 in this area
54 Total Sales
20 Taft Ave Lexington, MA 02421
East Lexington NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,465,000 - $1,616,000
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,060
Sq Ft
$750/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Custom Closet System
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Bowman Elementary School Rated A+
- Property is near public transit and schools
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of July 2025Beautifully updated and deceptively spacious, this expanded Cape offers over 2000 sq ft of living on one of the largest lots in Liberty Heights! Extensive list of upgrades (attached), this 4 bed, 2 bath home includes a stunning kitchen with skylight and specialty high-end appliances for the gourmet chef with a retro vibe, elegant Art Deco light fixtures and period details throughout. A cozy breakfast bar addition looks out to expansive backyard and opens to private patio, just in time for summer grilling. Great options for guests/privacy, with two beds + full bath on main level, plus two beds + full bath upstairs. Finished basement adds flex media/playroom/office, laundry room w/sink, and attached garage + yard storage shed. Highly efficient central heat/AC and quality windows provide year round comfort. With the bonus of Lexington schools, this East end home is just down the street from Sutherland Woods, West Farm, and nearby conveniences of both Arlington Heights and Lexington Center
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 06/10/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,419
Year Built
- Built in 1940 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 15,524 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Sloped Lot
- Garden
- Property is zoned RS
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Tuck Under Parking
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Spray Foam Insulation
- Blown-In Insulation
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- Chair Railings
- Crown Molding
- Skylights
- Recessed Lighting
- Decorative Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- Insulated Windows
- Bay Window
- Picture Window
- Insulated Doors
- Mud Room
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Sun or Florida Room
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Custom Closet System
- Dual Closets
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
- Linen Closet In Bathroom
Laundry
- Sink Near Laundry
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Partially Finished Basement
- Interior Basement Entry
- Garage Access
- Laundry in Basement
Eco-Friendly Details
- Green Energy Flooring
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Outdoor Storage
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near public transit and schools
Schools
- Bowman Elementary School
- Clarke Middle School
- LHS High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- 1 Cooling Zone
- 1 Heating Zone
- Air Source Heat Pump
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 548097
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Liberty Heights Subdivision
- Near Conservation Area
Amenities
- Shops
Recreation
- Community Pool
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 10, 2025
Closed on
Jul 14, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Laura Segal
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lauren Holleran Team
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,349,000
Sold Price
$1,505,000
Premium/Discount to List
$156,000
11.56%
Views
31
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
$40,176
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.67%
Original Mortgage
$1,204,000
Interest Rate
0.0689%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 21, 2017
Closed on
Nov 9, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Sheila Watson
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
Buyer's Agent
Homes North of Boston Team
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$900,000
Premium/Discount to List
$101,000
12.64%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.92%
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
0.0383%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 24, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,505,000 | -- | ||
| $900,000 | -- | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,204,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $170,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $391,000 | ||
| Closed | $240,000 | ||
| Closed | $225,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $100,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/14/2025 07/14/25 | Sold | $1,505,000 | +11.6% | $731 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/17/2025 06/17/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/10/2025 06/10/25 | For Sale | $1,349,000 | +49.9% | $655 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/09/2017 11/09/17 | Sold | $900,000 | +12.6% | $473 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/26/2017 09/26/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/21/2017 09/21/17 | For Sale | $799,000 | -- | $420 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History
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| 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 | $14,419 | $1,179,000 | $708,000 | $471,000 |
| 2024 | $13,879 | $1,133,000 | $674,000 | $459,000 |
| 2023 | $12,506 | $962,000 | $613,000 | $349,000 |
| 2022 | $11,150 | $808,000 | $557,000 | $251,000 |
| 2021 | $11,138 | $774,000 | $531,000 | $243,000 |
| 2020 | $10,875 | $774,000 | $531,000 | $243,000 |
| 2019 | $10,350 | $733,000 | $505,000 | $228,000 |
| 2018 | $5,871 | $684,000 | $481,000 | $203,000 |
| 2017 | $5,928 | $647,000 | $444,000 | $203,000 |
| 2016 | $9,052 | $620,000 | $423,000 | $197,000 |
| 2015 | $8,723 | $587,000 | $384,000 | $203,000 |
| 2014 | $8,251 | $532,000 | $342,000 | $190,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Laura Segal
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Lauren Holleran Team
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Lauren Holleran Team
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(617) 913-2203
1 in this area
337 Total Sales
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Sheila Watson
Seller's Agent in 2017
Sheila Watson
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
(781) 254-3474
1 in this area
22 Total Sales
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Homes North of Boston Team
H
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Homes North of Boston Team
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
1 in this area
50 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73388713
APN: LEXI-000013-000000-000049
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