Seller's Agent in 2025
Lester Savage
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
(781) 504-6856
8 in this area
127 Total Sales
837 Massachusetts Ave Unit 1 Lexington, MA 02420
Follen Heights Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,044
Sq Ft
0.3
Acres
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Property is near public transit
- Tennis Courts
- Bowman Elementary School Rated A+
- Wood Flooring
- Beamed Ceilings
About This Home
As of July 2025Known as the Bowman Tavern this renovated (1988) antique has beautiful wide plank flooring, high ceilings, hand adzed beams, charm and a fantastic East Village location. Convenient to Wilsons Farm, Waldorf School, playing fields and courts, conservation land, the MBTA busline and major routes. Own a piece of Lexington and national history!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate Listed on: 06/26/2025
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,179
Year Built
- Built in 1770 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- Near Conservation Area
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Block Exterior
- Stone
Interior Spaces
- 1,044 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Beamed Ceilings
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Basement
- Exterior Basement Entry
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
Parking
- 2 Car Parking Spaces
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Porch
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Harrington Elementary School
- Clarke Middle School
- LHS High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- 2 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Baseboard Heating
- 220 Volts
- 100 Amp Service
- Internet Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 1 / 39
- Assessor Parcel Number M:0022 L:00391,549561
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include insurance, maintenance structure, snow removal
- 2 Units
- Bowman Tavern Condominiums Community
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Additional Features
- Laundry Facilities
- Storm Windows
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 26, 2025
Closed on
Jul 28, 2025
Sold by
Claudia J Wilson Ret and Wilson
Bought by
Biggs Garrett T and Spillar Kane M
Seller's Agent
Lester Savage
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Patricia Ortiz
Compass
List Price
$598,000
Sold Price
$660,000
Premium/Discount to List
$62,000
10.37%
Views
219
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.80%
Original Mortgage
$528,000
Outstanding Balance
$527,553
Interest Rate
6.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$152,200
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 26, 2023
Sold by
Wilson Claudia J
Bought by
Claudia J Wilson Ret and Wilson
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 21, 2001
Sold by
Gubisch Roland W
Bought by
Wilson Claudia J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
6.93%
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Condominium Deed | $660,000 | -- | |
| Condominium Deed | $660,000 | -- | |
| Condominium Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Condominium Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | $271,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $528,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $528,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2025 07/31/25 | Sold | $660,000 | +10.4% | $632 / Sq Ft |
| 07/01/2025 07/01/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/26/2025 06/26/25 | For Sale | $598,000 | -- | $573 / 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 | $7,179 | $587,000 | $0 | $587,000 |
| 2024 | $6,921 | $565,000 | $0 | $565,000 |
| 2023 | $6,812 | $524,000 | $0 | $524,000 |
| 2022 | $6,859 | $497,000 | $0 | $497,000 |
| 2021 | $6,792 | $472,000 | $0 | $472,000 |
| 2020 | $6,351 | $452,000 | $0 | $452,000 |
| 2019 | $5,987 | $424,000 | $0 | $424,000 |
| 2018 | $5,749 | $402,000 | $0 | $402,000 |
| 2017 | $5,390 | $372,000 | $0 | $372,000 |
| 2016 | $4,920 | $337,000 | $0 | $337,000 |
| 2015 | $8,024 | $540,000 | $0 | $540,000 |
| 2014 | $4,808 | $310,000 | $0 | $310,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lester Savage
-
Patricia Ortiz
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Patricia Ortiz
Compass
(781) 572-7872
1 in this area
63 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73397422
APN: LEXI-000022-000000-000039-000001
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