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From the moment you arrive, this exceptional custom-built Follen Hill residence makes a striking impression. A grand staircase, soaring ceilings, beautiful millwork, and oversized windows create an elegant entrance, while thoughtfully designed interiors offer a warm and inviting sense of refinement. Across three finished levels, the home features graciously proportioned spaces for both everyday living and entertaining. The chef’s kitchen is beautifully appointed with an oversized island, abundant cabinetry, walk-in pantry, double ovens, and premium built-in appliances. French doors from the breakfast nook open to a covered bluestone patio with a coffered cedar ceiling, recessed lighting, and ceiling fan, an inviting setting for morning coffee or dining alfresco. The formal dining room and fireplaced family room offer elegant spaces for entertaining, with double pocket doors separating the family room from the living room and a pocket door connecting the kitchen and dining room. French doors from the family room open to an additional patio and the beautifully landscaped, fenced-in yard. The luxurious fireplaced primary suite features a beautifully appointed bath and exceptional walk-in closet. Four additional bedrooms offer wonderful flexibility, including a secondary primary suite with a walk-in closet. The upper-level playroom is filled with natural light from skylights in the vaulted ceiling, while a separate bonus room can easily adapt to a home office, recreation room, or studio. The high-ceilinged unfinished basement offers excellent potential for a home gym or future finished space. Mature landscaping, charming gardens, and multiple outdoor living areas complement the architecture and create an inviting setting throughout the warmer months. A backup generator provides added comfort and peace of mind. Set on a picturesque, tree-lined street near Wilson Farm, the Minuteman Bikeway, and Lexington Center, this distinctive Follen Hill residence combines exceptional architectural character with refined interiors and a highly desirable location, offering easy access to the town’s coffee shops, boutiques, restaurants, and everyday conveniences.
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
7,800 sq ftLot Size
$469Price/Sq.Ft.
7 spacesParking
Listed by Cil Cangiano• Barrett Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by • Barrett Sotheby's International Realty
Follen Heights, located between Massachusetts Avenue and the Minuteman Bikeway, is a residential and commuter-friendly Lexington neighborhood with mid-century ranch streetscapes and a leafy, low-rise feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Massachusetts Ave corridor near Waltham Street, where small storefronts, cafés, and everyday services set a steady, walk-and-stop rhythm. Nearby pillars include Cary Memorial Library, Lexington Venue, and the Lexington Farmers Market on the Town Green. Side streets read as tidy postwar blocks with occasional Colonials, while the bikeway adds a linear, car-free route for daily routines. Pocket parks and school grounds shape the open-space pattern, and the town center’s civic buildings give the area a polished New England backdrop.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
11 total rooms
Insulated and French doors
Insulated windows with screens
Bathroom, bedroom, play room, bonus room, walk-up attic, and other finished spaces
Two fireplaces
Bedrooms
Master bedroom on the second floor
Additional bedrooms on the second floor
One bedroom on the third floor
Bathrooms
Four full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Master bathroom present
Kitchen
Range
Oven
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Refrigerator
Range hood
Gas water heater
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Laundry located on the second floor
Sump pump and radon remediation system in the basement
Flooring
Tile flooring
Hardwood flooring
Heating & cooling
Radiant heating
Natural gas heating
Hydro air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Fenced and enclosed yard
Porch, covered patio/deck, and covered porch
Patio
Storage
Professional landscaping with sprinkler system
Stone wall
Screens
Home design
Single family residence
Sage exterior color
Parking
Off-street paved parking
Seven open parking spaces
Security
Security system
Construction
Frame construction
Shingle roof
Concrete perimeter foundation
Built year per public records
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
200+ amp electric service with generator and generator connection
HOA & community
Community amenities nearby: public transportation, shopping, pool, tennis courts, parks, walk/jog trails, golf, medical facility, bike path, conservation area, highway access, house of worship, private and public schools
Other
All appliances included, including basement refrigerator and generator
Electricity and solar
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Built in 2005, this home has the charm of a turn of the century brownstone in Boston...turned bannister, oversized windows, and exquisite molding around windows, door frames and ceilings. Combine that with a modern layout, a dramatic color scheme and you are wowed by the beauty and uniqueness of this home. For the chef, an incredible amount of counter and storage space with a walk-in pantry, a work sink in the oversized island, double ovens, built-in fridge and stove with griddle feature. Double pocket doors allow front living room to open to family room area with fireplace and french doors to bluestone patio. Breakfast area also has sliders out to oversized and covered patio, extending your entertaining, eating space to double the size. Second floor, magnificent master suite with one of a kind master bath and oversized master closet. A front garden from a magazine and a vegetable garden in the fenced yard. Plus a Follen hill address. WOW - leave the cookie cutter home on this one!
MLS PIN #71101876
Aug 28, 2010
Sold
$1,240,000
$247/sq ft
Jul 19, 2010
Contingent
—
Jun 26, 2010
Listed
$1,290,000
$257/sq ft
Huge price adjustment for this custom built home! European elegance & warmth capture the essence of this lovely home situated in Follen Hill just steps from the bike path and Wilson Farm. Turn of the century details rarely found in newer construction include sweeping grand staircase, handsome crown moldings, oversized windows & french doors leading to a beautiful landscaped covered patio.The designer kitchen, fireplaced family room & breakfast area make this the perfect home for entertaining!
MLS PIN #30706410
Jun 30, 2003
Sold
$605,000
$121/sq ft
Apr 21, 2003
Listing Removed
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Apr 4, 2003
Listed
$499,900
$100/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$29,630 (+3.7%)
$917,000 + $1,490,000
$2,407,000
2025
$28,582 (+1.7%)
$874,000 + $1,463,000
$2,337,000
2024
$28,102 (+1.5%)
$832,000 + $1,462,000
$2,294,000
2023
$27,677 (+7.1%)
$756,000 + $1,373,000
$2,129,000
2022
$25,847 (+3.3%)
$688,000 + $1,185,000
$1,873,000
2021
$25,024 (+3.8%)
$655,000 + $1,084,000
$1,739,000
2020
$24,110 (+4.1%)
$655,000 + $1,061,000
$1,716,000
2019
$23,157 (+11.0%)
$624,000 + $1,016,000
$1,640,000
2018
$20,864 (+4.6%)
$462,000 + $997,000
$1,459,000
2017
$19,938 (+0.9%)
$452,000 + $924,000
$1,376,000
2016
$19,768 (+6.8%)
$412,000 + $942,000
$1,354,000
2014
$18,503 (+2.7%)
$340,000 + $853,000
$1,193,000
2013
$18,012 (+3.1%)
$340,000 + $845,000
$1,185,000
2012
$17,470 (−1.2%)
$340,000 + $827,000
$1,167,000
2011
$17,683 (+3.1%)
$340,000 + $888,000
$1,228,000
2010
$17,145 (+4.6%)
$340,000 + $897,000
$1,237,000
2009
$16,394
$358,000 + $906,000
$1,264,000
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
4,234
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
4,234
Year built
2005
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Middlesex County
APN
2573686S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
50% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Lexington, MA • 02421
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Lexington. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
5.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 7 Locust Ave
$2,371,060
$22K over list price of $2.35M
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.4M to $2.4M.