26 Downing Rd Lexington, MA 02421
Prospect Hill NeighborhoodEstimated payment $14,347/month
Total Views
12,114
5
Beds
5
Baths
4,325
Sq Ft
$520
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Custom Closet System
- Deck
- Bridge Elementary School Rated A
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Property is near public transit
About This Home
Set in a desirable Prospect Hill neighborhood this stunning 5-bedroom, 5-bath Contemporized Cape blends timeless charm with modern upgrades. The classic brick front opens to a spacious, fully renovated and expanded interior (2018) featuring 4,325 sq ft of living space. The chef’s kitchen anchors the main level, along with a first-floor bedroom and bath. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite is joined by two additional bedrooms, each with its own bath. The third floor offers an oversized bedroom with full bath—perfect for guests or a home office. Enjoy bonus living space in the "walk-out" lower level featuring a play room, workshop and a beautifully built out mudroom with direct access to the 2-car garage. Conveniently located near all three schools, the MBTA 76 bus, "Old Res", Lincoln Park, Hayden Recreation Center, town recreation facilities, commuter routes and more!
Listing Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate Listed on: 05/08/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $24,325
Year Built
- Built in 1942
Lot Details
- 0.31 Acre Lot
- Near Conservation Area
- Gentle Sloping Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Property is zoned RS
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Tuck Under Parking
- Garage Door Opener
- Stone Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Colonial Architecture
- Contemporary Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Open Floorplan
- Crown Molding
- Recessed Lighting
- Decorative Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- Insulated Windows
- French Doors
- Mud Room
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Bonus Room
Kitchen
- Country Kitchen
- Oven
- Stove
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Custom Closet System
- Dual Closets
- Walk-In Closet
- 5 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Garage Access
Outdoor Features
- Walking Distance to Water
- Balcony
- Deck
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Bridge Elementary School
- Clarke Middle School
- LHS High School
Utilities
- Two cooling system units
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 2 Cooling Zones
- 2 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 220 Volts
- 200+ Amp Service
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
- Internet Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 112
- Assessor Parcel Number M:0033 L:000112,550878
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Prospect Hill Subdivision
Amenities
- Shops
Recreation
- Park
Map
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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 | $24,325 | $1,989,000 | $853,000 | $1,136,000 |
| 2024 | $23,863 | $1,948,000 | $812,000 | $1,136,000 |
| 2023 | $22,672 | $1,744,000 | $739,000 | $1,005,000 |
| 2022 | $21,666 | $1,570,000 | $671,000 | $899,000 |
| 2021 | $21,326 | $1,482,000 | $612,000 | $870,000 |
| 2020 | $20,822 | $1,482,000 | $612,000 | $870,000 |
| 2019 | $10,901 | $772,000 | $583,000 | $189,000 |
| 2018 | $9,610 | $672,000 | $555,000 | $117,000 |
| 2017 | $9,534 | $658,000 | $543,000 | $115,000 |
| 2016 | $8,716 | $597,000 | $495,000 | $102,000 |
| 2015 | $8,218 | $553,000 | $450,000 | $103,000 |
| 2014 | $7,848 | $506,000 | $409,000 | $97,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/04/2025 06/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/08/2025 05/08/25 | For Sale | $2,250,000 | +47.5% | $520 / Sq Ft |
| 03/29/2019 03/29/19 | Sold | $1,525,000 | 0.0% | $357 / Sq Ft |
| 02/01/2019 02/01/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/24/2019 01/24/19 | Price Changed | $1,525,000 | -3.1% | $357 / Sq Ft |
| 12/06/2018 12/06/18 | Price Changed | $1,574,000 | -1.6% | $369 / Sq Ft |
| 10/10/2018 10/10/18 | Price Changed | $1,599,000 | -3.1% | $375 / Sq Ft |
| 09/20/2018 09/20/18 | For Sale | $1,650,000 | -- | $387 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $1,525,000 | -- | |
| Not Resolvable | $700,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $500,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $897,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Closed | $910,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Closed | $915,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $510,785 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $80,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $485,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $380,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $75,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $385,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $34,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $30,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
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