4 Adams Street · Lexington

FOR SALE · MLS #73491482

$4,285,000

beds
6
baths
5.5
sqft
7,882

4 Adams Street

Lexington, MA 02420

LOCATION

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Hancock Street to Adams Street

Home type
Single Family Residence
Interior living area
7,882 sqft
Year built
1902
Lot size
36,115 sqft (about 0.83 acres)
Parking spaces
13
Price per sqft
$544/sqft

About this home

Flexible Purchase Terms Available: traditional 60-day closing, or up to 12 months of occupancy before closing at seller’s carrying costs (currently approx. $15,000/ month), with purchase price fixed at signing. Buyer obtains own financing. Seller’s mortgage not assumable. This turnkey luxury historic residence, meticulously restored and ideally situated on Meriam Hill just three blocks from Lexington’s town center, offers a rare opportunity to experience the grandeur of a distinguished historic home with the ease and sophistication of modern living. A comprehensive renovation brings a fresh, contemporary sensibility to the home, pairing original architectural details with beautifully curated interiors, elevated finishes, and thoughtfully integrated modern amenities. Designed by an award-winning Boston designer, the result is a sophisticated, cohesive aesthetic that feels both timeless and distinctly current. Natural light fills the gracious interiors, where the original staircase creates a striking focal point in the welcoming foyer. Formal living and dining rooms and a beautifully appointed study, each with its own fireplace, offer an elegant backdrop for entertaining and everyday living. A cozy library on the main level provides an intimate retreat for reading, relaxing, or quiet conversation. The expansive wraparound porch extends the home outdoors, creating a seamless setting for relaxed gatherings and spectacular sunset views. The heart of the home is a thoughtfully designed addition centered around a chef’s kitchen, complemented by a butler’s pantry, casual dining area, and dedicated office nook. Refined design and exceptional functionality come together in spaces equally suited to daily routines and sophisticated entertaining. The lower level extends the home’s versatility with a media room, game room, fitness center with direct backyard access, and an additional mudroom. An attached three-car garage and two mudrooms bring a level of practicality that complements the home’s elevated design. Set on coveted Meriam Hill, just moments from Lexington’s vibrant town center, the property offers exceptional access to acclaimed schools, local shops, restaurants, and community amenities. With its thoughtful renovation, sophisticated interiors, and rare combination of historic character and contemporary comfort, this is a distinctive opportunity to enjoy refined modern living in one of Lexington’s most desirable locations.

Listed by Andrea Jackson · Barrett Sotheby's International Realty
MLS PIN #73491482 · Updated 10/27/2026, 3:05:00 AM ET

Facts & features

Home overview
Property subtype
Single Family Residence
Property category
Residential
MLS status
Active
Bedrooms
6
Full bathrooms
5
Half bathrooms
1
Total bathrooms
5.5
Total rooms
18
Living area
7,882 sqft
Living area source
Other
Above grade finished area
6,200 sqft
Below grade finished area
1,682 sqft
Building area
7,882
Building area units
Square Feet
Building area source
Other
Area includes basement
Yes
Interior & systems
Heating
Baseboard · Radiant · Heat Pump · Humidity Control · Natural Gas · Fireplace(s) · Fireplace
Heating available
Yes
Heating zones
4
Cooling
Central Air
Cooling available
Yes
Cooling zones
4
Appliances
Gas Water Heater · Water Heater · Range · Dishwasher · Disposal · Microwave · Refrigerator · Freezer · Washer · Dryer · Range Hood · Plumbed For Ice Maker
Flooring
Tile · Hardwood · Stone / Slate · Engineered Hardwood · Flooring - Hardwood
Interior features
Bathroom - Half · Walk-In Closet(s) · Recessed Lighting · Bathroom - Full · Closet · Study · Home Office · Exercise Room · Media Room · Play Room · Wet Bar · High Speed Internet
Laundry
Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile · Recessed Lighting · Second Floor · Electric Dryer Hookup · Washer Hookup
Laundry dimensions
7'X12'
Basement
Full · Partially Finished · Walk-Out Access · Concrete
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplaces
7
Fireplace features
Dining Room · Living Room
Electrical service
Circuit Breakers
Security features
Security System
Accessibility
No
Windows
Storm Window(s) · Screens
Doors
Insulated Doors
Primary bathroom features
Yes
Room details

Primary bedroom

Level
Third
Area
384 sqft
Length
16 ft
Width
24 ft
Features
Bathroom - Full · Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink · Closet - Linen · Walk-In Closet(s) · Flooring - Hardwood · Hot Tub / Spa · Dressing Room · Recessed Lighting

Bedroom 2

Level
Second
Area
150 sqft
Length
15 ft
Width
10 ft
Features
Bathroom - Full · Walk-In Closet(s) · Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 3

Level
Second
Area
308 sqft
Length
22 ft
Width
14 ft
Features
Bathroom - Full · Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink · Walk-In Closet(s) · Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 4

Level
Second
Area
255 sqft
Length
15 ft
Width
17 ft
Features
Bathroom - Full · Closet · Flooring - Hardwood · Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bedroom 5

Level
Second
Area
225 sqft
Length
15 ft
Width
15 ft
Features
Bathroom - Full · Closet · Flooring - Hardwood

Living room

Level
Main,First
Area
555 sqft
Length
15 ft
Width
37 ft
Features
Flooring - Hardwood · Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box · Recessed Lighting · Archway · Crown Molding

Dining room

Level
Main,First
Area
336 sqft
Length
16 ft
Width
21 ft
Features
Flooring - Hardwood · Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box · Exterior Access · Lighting - Pendant · Crown Molding

Kitchen

Level
Main,First
Area
391 sqft
Length
23 ft
Width
17 ft
Features
Flooring - Hardwood · Dining Area · Pantry · Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid · Kitchen Island · Wet Bar · Exterior Access · Open Floorplan · Recessed Lighting · Stainless Steel Appliances · Storage · Gas Stove · Lighting - Pendant

Office

Level
Main
Area
96 sqft
Length
8 ft
Width
12 ft
Features
Flooring - Hardwood · Recessed Lighting

Bathroom 1

Level
First
Area
20 sqft
Length
4 ft
Width
5 ft
Features
Bathroom - Half

Price & tax details

Current asking price$4,285,000
Original asking price$4,750,000
Listed on2026-03-25
Days on market216
Tax record supplied by MLS
YearProperty taxAssessed value
2026$46,064$3,742,000

These records are supplied by the current listing. Assessed value is not market value; confirm taxes with the local assessor.

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SCHOOLS & EDUCATION

Schools & performance

2026 MA DESE

School names, grades and state-reported measures are listed below.

Schools named in the listing

84DESE percentile

MLS-listed elementary

Fiske

Grades K · 1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5

Progress toward targets 66%

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MLS-listed middle

Diamond

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99DESE percentile

MLS-listed high school

Lexington High

Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12

Progress toward targets 87%

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