One of Merriam Hill's most admired properties beautifully sited on over 3/4 of an acre. This special home has a large 1st floor suite, grand living areas, amazing built-ins, beautiful grounds and is in a sought after location convenient to town center, schools, the Minuteman Bikeway, conservation and recreation areas and major routes. This carefully maintained and updated home will meet your needs and more. There's a recently renovated cathedral ceilinged kitchen with quartz counters, wine cooler, induction cooktop, hardwood floors, breakfast island and eating area with a bay window providing neighborhood views. A heart of the home combination DR and family room with cathedral ceilings, gorgeous built-in cabinetry and access to a private bluestone patio. The skylit primary suite has a walk-in closet, double closets, built-in bookcases, sitting area and a spacious bath with shower and soaking tub. This 1st level also has a lovely fireplaced formal living room w/ arched display cabinets.
For sale
Price cut: $130K (3/19)
$2,750,000
3 Franklin Rd, Lexington, MA 02420
3beds
3,903sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
0.87 Acres Lot
$2,698,100 Zestimate®
$705/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautiful groundsHardwood floorsAmazing built-insSkylit primary suiteBreakfast islandBuilt-in bookcasesInduction cooktop
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 23, 2026 at 07:49am
Listed by:
Lester Savage 781-504-6856,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate 781-862-0202
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73485566
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Skylight, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet - Linen, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Dressing Room, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Closet - Double, Pocket Door
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 378.39
- Dimensions: 23.17 x 16.33
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Balcony - Exterior, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
- Level: Second
- Area: 342.56
- Dimensions: 20.25 x 16.92
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
- Level: Second
- Area: 177.83
- Dimensions: 16.17 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Soaking Tub
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 88.83
- Dimensions: 13 x 6.83
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 53.75
- Dimensions: 7.5 x 7.17
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
- Area: 55
- Dimensions: 7.5 x 7.33
Dining room
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
- Level: First
- Area: 277.67
- Dimensions: 17 x 16.33
Family room
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 216.2
- Dimensions: 15.92 x 13.58
Kitchen
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Country Kitchen, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Wine Chiller, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 270.89
- Dimensions: 17.67 x 15.33
Living room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 320.21
- Dimensions: 24.17 x 13.25
Office
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Basement
- Area: 124.17
- Dimensions: 12.42 x 10
Heating
- Central, Baseboard, Electric Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling
- Central Air, 3 or More, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Laundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Open Floorplan, Bathroom - Half, Den, Home Office, Play Room, Mud Room, Walk-up Attic, Internet Available - Unknown
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Doors: Storm Door(s), French Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Partial,Partially Finished,Interior Entry,Radon Remediation System,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,903
- Total interior livable area: 3,903 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,258
- Finished area below ground: 645
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck - Roof, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck - Roof, Patio, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Stone Wall
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s)
- Frontage length: 205.00
Lot
- Size: 0.87 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Gentle Sloping
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Foundation area: 1
- Parcel number: M:0056 L:00131B,554613
- Zoning: RS
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block
- Roof: Shingle,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
- Subdivision: Merriam Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lexington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $705/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,426,000
- Annual tax amount: $29,864
- Date on market: 3/11/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$2,698,100
$2.56M - $2.83M
$7,029/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/19/2026 | Price change | $2,750,000-4.5%$705/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73485566 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,880,000+380%$738/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73485566 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/1992 | Sold | $600,000$154/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $27,982 +1.1% | $2,288,000 +1.2% |
| 2024 | $27,685 +5.1% | $2,260,000 +11.5% |
| 2023 | $26,338 +4.5% | $2,026,000 +10.9% |
| 2022 | $25,213 -0.1% | $1,827,000 +4.2% |
| 2021 | $25,240 +2.4% | $1,754,000 |
| 2020 | $24,644 +5.3% | $1,754,000 +5.8% |
| 2019 | $23,411 +4.7% | $1,658,000 +6% |
| 2018 | $22,365 +1.9% | $1,564,000 +3.2% |
| 2017 | $21,952 +12.9% | $1,515,000 +13.7% |
| 2016 | $19,447 +7.6% | $1,332,000 +9.5% |
| 2015 | $18,070 +0.5% | $1,216,000 +4.9% |
| 2014 | $17,976 +4.1% | $1,159,000 +2% |
| 2013 | $17,267 +2% | $1,136,000 +0.4% |
| 2012 | $16,931 +3.3% | $1,131,000 -0.6% |
| 2011 | $16,387 +3.9% | $1,138,000 |
| 2010 | $15,773 +4.1% | $1,138,000 -2.6% |
| 2009 | $15,149 +1.9% | $1,168,000 -1.6% |
| 2008 | $14,861 +3.8% | $1,187,000 -6% |
| 2007 | $14,322 +5.7% | $1,263,000 +3.5% |
| 2006 | $13,554 +5.6% | $1,220,000 +7.8% |
| 2005 | $12,837 +10.1% | $1,132,000 +1.6% |
| 2004 | $11,664 +5.9% | $1,114,000 +10.7% |
| 2003 | $11,016 +1.5% | $1,006,000 +4.6% |
| 2002 | $10,851 +17.6% | $962,000 +27.8% |
| 2000 | $9,224 +7.2% | $753,000 +11.9% |
| 1999 | $8,608 | $673,000 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$16,523/mo
Principal & interest
$14208
Property taxes
$2315
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Neighborhood: 02420
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Fiske Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Wm Diamond Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Lexington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Fiske
- Middle: Diamond
- High: Lhs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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