Set in the heart of Lexington's prestigious Merriam Hill this bucolic location is convenient to conservation land trails, the Minuteman Bikeway, Fiske Elementary, Diamond Middle School & LHS, town center and Cary Library. Fantastic walkability! Built in 1928, expanded in 1998 and thoughtfully updated since, this impressive Dutch Colonial features high ceilings, great detail, light, charm and a gracious layout. You'll love the cook's kitchen with an induction stove (2023), double ovens and eating bar with patio and backyard views. Other features of note include- a cathedral ceilinged primary BR with walk-in closets and grand bath; renovated family bath; a 400 bottle wine cellar; New boiler and indirect hot water heater (2024); HVAC with heat pumps w/ dedicated units for primary and 3rd floor (2025); refinished basement adding 1/2 bath and tons of closets; redesigned driveway and rear yard landscape (2024); new driveway (2025); painted exterior (2025); replaced 17 original windows (2022)
Sold for $2,730,000 on 08/01/25
$2,730,000
8 Berwick Rd, Lexington, MA 02420
5beds
4,668sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1928
0.33 Acres Lot
$2,713,200 Zestimate®
$585/sqft
$6,681 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,713,200
$2.52M - $2.93M
$6,681/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 05, 2025 at 02:00pm
Listed by:
Lester Savage 781-504-6856,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate 781-862-0202
Bought with:
Julie Gibson
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73390184
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet - Linen, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Sconce, Window Seat
- Level: Second
- Area: 256.42
- Dimensions: 17 x 15.08
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
- Level: Second
- Area: 217.52
- Dimensions: 16.42 x 13.25
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
- Level: Second
- Area: 175.56
- Dimensions: 13.25 x 13.25
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
- Level: Second
- Area: 145.75
- Dimensions: 17.67 x 8.25
Bedroom 5
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Third
- Area: 205
- Dimensions: 17.08 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Beadboard
- Level: First
- Area: 21.25
- Dimensions: 7.08 x 3
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
- Area: 105
- Dimensions: 11.67 x 9
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding
- Level: Second
- Area: 73.61
- Dimensions: 8.83 x 8.33
Dining room
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 175
- Dimensions: 14 x 12.5
Family room
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Sunken, Crown Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 460.42
- Dimensions: 27.08 x 17
Kitchen
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Chair Rail, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Pendant, Beadboard, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 307.5
- Dimensions: 20.5 x 15
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 443.52
- Dimensions: 29.08 x 15.25
Office
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 86.25
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 7.5
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Radiant, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Electric, Hydro Air, Ductless
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump, 3 or More
Appliances
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Open Floorplan, Bathroom - 1/4, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Office, 3/4 Bath, Bonus Room, Play Room, Bathroom, Wine Cellar, Walk-up Attic, Internet Available - Unknown
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Finished,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,668
- Total interior livable area: 4,668 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,025
- Finished area below ground: 643
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Garden, Stone Wall
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
- Frontage length: 90.00
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Foundation area: 1
- Parcel number: M:0063 L:000063,555674
- Zoning: RS
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle,Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
Location
- Region: Lexington
- Subdivision: Merriam Hill
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/1/2025 | Sold | $2,730,000-4.2%$585/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73390184 | ||
| 6/28/2025 | Contingent | $2,850,000$611/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73390184 | ||
| 6/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,850,000+75.9%$611/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73390184 | ||
| 9/19/2014 | Sold | $1,620,000+8.8%$347/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 6/17/2014 | Listed for sale | $1,489,000+231.6%$319/sqft |
Source: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services #71700263 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $28,374 +0.3% | $2,320,000 +0.5% |
| 2024 | $28,285 +5.4% | $2,309,000 +11.9% |
| 2023 | $26,832 -2.5% | $2,064,000 +3.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02420
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Fiske Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Wm Diamond Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Lexington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 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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