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About this home
Maplemere is one of Lexington’s truly distinctive properties, with origins dating to the early 19th century. The architectural character, historic barn, and carriage house preserve a tangible connection to Lexington’s agricultural past. Set on 1.7 acres in the coveted Meriam Hill neighborhood and directly abutting 27 acres of conservation land, Maplemere enjoys an extraordinary sense of privacy, permanence, and protected natural beauty. Mature landscaping and expansive grounds create a rare feeling of seclusion while remaining close to the character and community of Lexington. Inside, gracious living spaces are designed for both sophisticated entertaining and comfortable family life, all anchored by a magnificent family room that invites gathering. A large wrap-around porch, partially screened-in, extends the living spaces outdoors, creating beautiful settings for dining, entertaining, and enjoying the landscape throughout the seasons. The main level is thoughtfully designed for modern living, with a private second main bedroom offering the rare convenience of first-floor living. Two dedicated home offices provide elegant spaces for work or study, while a handsome library offers a quiet retreat for reading and conversation. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a particularly special vantage point, overlooking the protected conservation land and opening to a private walk-out balcony. Four additional bedrooms provide generous accommodations for family and guests, complemented by a fitness room. The grounds unfold as a private retreat, with a beautiful swimming pool and pool house at the heart of summer living. The surrounding conservation land provides a peaceful backdrop and protected views, while mature trees and gardens create an atmosphere of timeless beauty. There is a rare sense of continuity at Maplemere. The land that once supported a historic Lexington farm now provides the backdrop for an extraordinary modern lifestyle. A landmark property, Maplemere offers something increasingly difficult to find: enduring land, exceptional privacy, and a home thoughtfully designed for generations of living. Ideally situated just blocks from Lexington Center, this location offers exceptional proximity to top-rated schools and major commuter routes.
Single-familyProperty Type
1850Year Built
1.7 acresLot Size
$920Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Andrea Jackson• Barrett Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by • Barrett Sotheby's International Realty
North Lexington, located between Lexington Center and Bedford, is a residential and commuter-friendly Lexington neighborhood with wooded conservation land and a low-rise village strip. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Massachusetts Avenue and Woburn Street junction, where independent cafés, small restaurants, and everyday shops line the sidewalks. Wilson Farm anchors local routines with its market, bakery cases, and seasonal greenhouse bustle. The Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library adds a distinctive cultural stop with rotating exhibitions. Housing reads as classic New England—Colonials, Capes, and mid-century splits—set along curving streets that meet trailheads and playing fields. Minuteman Bikeway access shapes daily movement, linking rides and walks toward town centers and beyond.
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Offer insights
42 Adams St · $5,000,000
$5.27M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $5.27M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
2 days
The average home goes pending in 22 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.2%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
16 total rooms
Custom built closets and cabinets
Crown molding throughout
Window seat
Skylight
Insulated windows and doors
High speed internet
Mud room
Library
Home office
Foyer
Recessed and overhead lighting
Sconce lighting
Bedrooms
Primary suite on second floor with walk-in closet, dressing room, balcony/deck and French doors
All secondary bedrooms on second floor
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms
Two half bathrooms
Primary bathroom with double vanity/sink
Main-level full and half baths with stone/granite countertops and recessed lighting
Tile/stone flooring in full baths
Kitchen
Custom built cabinets
Pantry
Kitchen island
Breakfast bar / nook
Country kitchen layout with dining area
Stone/granite countertops
Range, oven, microwave, range hood
Plumbed for ice maker
Exterior access to deck
Laundry & utility
Main-level laundry with washer hookup
Countertops and custom cabinets in laundry
Washer and dryer included
Exterior access from laundry
Flooring
Hardwood flooring in main living areas and bedrooms
Stone / ceramic tile in bathrooms
Wood and slate details
Heating & cooling
Central heating (forced air, natural gas)
Central air conditioning
Fireplaces
Two fireplaces located in dining room, family room or living room areas
Basement
Full unfinished basement with interior entry, bulkhead and concrete floor
Appliances
Dishwasher
Disposal
Trash compactor
Refrigerator
Freezer
Range (gas)
Oven
Microwave
Range hood
Washer
Dryer
Gas water heater
Exterior features
1.7-acre level lot with scenic views
Inground private pool with cabana
Screened porch, exterior deck and patio
Professional landscaping with sprinkler system and decorative lighting
Fenced yard with fruit trees, garden and stone wall
Barn/stable, paddock and other outbuildings
Storage and rain gutters
Horses permitted; paddocks available
Home design
Single family residence
Frame construction
Yellow exterior
Shingle roof
Public road frontage on paved, public-maintained road
Security system installed
Parking
Attached garage facing side with 2 garage spaces
Garage includes garage door opener, storage and workshop space; oversized
2 covered spaces
8 open/off-street parking spaces on stone/gravel/unpaved surface
Total of 10 parking spaces
Security
Security system
Construction
Built (year per public records)
Concrete perimeter and stone foundation
Utilities
Public water and public sewer
Electric with generator and generator connection; circuit breakers
Washer hookup and icemaker connection
Generator connection available
Gas available for range and heating
HOA & community
Community features include public transportation, shopping, pool, tennis courts, parks, trails, stables, golf, medical facility, bike paths, conservation area, highway access, sidewalks and schools
Other
Property contains cabana and barn/stable as additional structures
No accessory dwelling unit (ADU)
Electricity and solar
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Lexington continues to be a competitive Seller's market driven by its historic appeal & location. With buildable land exhausted, true inventory growth is very constrained; development mostly replaces existing homes. New zoning laws will eventually...