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5 Walnut St, Lexington, MA, 02421

5beds
5baths
5,198sqft
$2,498,000
$481price/sqft
$16,537/moest. monthly cost
$661,480/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to 5 Walnut St, a refined young Arts & Crafts Colonial blending European elegance with modern luxury. Offering 5,200 sq ft, this thoughtfully designed home features five spacious bedrooms and five full baths, ideal for comfortable, flexible living. Sunlit interiors showcase hardwood floors, custom millwork, 9' ceilings, and an open layout. The chef’s kitchen includes Thermador appliances, a Sub-Zero paneled fridge, induction cooktop, large island, and walk-in pantry, flowing into inviting living and dining spaces with a wood-burning fireplace. The main level offers an office and guest suite; upstairs includes three bedrooms, laundry, and a luxurious primary suite with spa bath and dual closets. A finished walkout lower level adds versatile space. Set on a beautifully landscaped ¾-acre lot abutting conservation land with a deep backyard, two-car garage, and expansion potential in the walk-up attic. Just about 1 mile to Lexington Center with easy access to Boston, Routes 2 and 95

Getting Around

18
WalkingCar-Dependent
29
TransitSome Transit
19
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

9/10
Bowman Elementary SchoolGrades K-50.6 mi
9/10
10/10
Lexington High SchoolGrades 9-122.0 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2006

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Frame

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Colonial,Contemporary
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Water Heater,Oven,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer,ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer,Vacuum System,Range Hood,Cooktop,Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Laundry features: Dryer Hookup - Electric,Washer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Garage Access,Radon Remediation System

Bathroom1

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Marble, Pedestal Sink
  • Level: First
  • Area: 81

Bathroom2

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Double Vanity, Pedestal Sink
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 192

Bathroom3

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Double Vanity, Pedestal Sink
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 120

Bedroom2

  • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup, Lighting - Overhead
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 180

Bedroom3

  • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup, Lighting - Overhead
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 216

Bedroom4

  • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup, Lighting - Overhead
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 289

Bedroom5

  • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup, Lighting - Overhead
  • Level: First
  • Area: 192

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 5
  • Full bathrooms: 5

Dining Room

  • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant
  • Level: First
  • Area: 266

Features

  • Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Closet - Linen,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead,Closet,High Speed Internet Hookup,Chair Rail,Open Floorplan,Slider,Wainscoting,Bathroom,Home Office,Game Room,Media Room,Entry Hall,Central Vacuum,Walk-up Attic,Wired for Sound,Internet Available - Unknown
  • Door features: Insulated Doors
  • Window features: Picture,Insulated Windows
  • Flooring: Wood,Tile,Stone / Slate,Engineered Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 1,200
  • Finished area above ground: 3,998

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Oil
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 5,198
  • Total interior livable area: 5,198 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Level: First
  • Area: 240

Living Room

  • Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
  • Level: First
  • Area: 360

Master Bathroom

  • Features: Yes

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Tray Ceiling(s)
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 270

Office

  • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup, Lighting - Overhead
  • Level: First
  • Area: 192

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 547161
  • Zoning: RES
  • Exclusions: See Attached.

Features

  • Patio & porch: Deck - Wood
  • Exterior features: Deck - Wood,Rain Gutters,Professional Landscaping,Sprinkler System,Decorative Lighting,Fenced Yard
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.75 Acres
  • Features: Wooded,Sloped

Parking

  • Total spaces: 8
  • Parking features: Under,Garage Door Opener,Storage,Garage Faces Side,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 6

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Ice Storm
Hurricane
Inland Flooding
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties

Hurricane

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $12,631$151,572
Home Insurance *$325$3,900
Property Taxes $2,556$30,672
Electricity $1,025$12,300
Total$16,537$198,444
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$566,982/yr
40% on housing$496,110/yr
45% on housing$440,986/yr

Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs

Massachusetts Property Insurance Underwriting Association

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Current Policies
Residential: 213,928Commercial: 230
Total Premiums$400.85M
Total Exposure$115.57B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.6%
7.6%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.9%
7.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.5%
0.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$481This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 02421$578
Middlesex County$437

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 02421$582
Middlesex County$413

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-05-06Listed for sale$2,575,000
2025-07-23Listing removed$2,648,000
2025-06-25Price change$2,648,000
2025-05-28Listed for sale$2,748,000
2018-09-20Listing removed$8,500
2018-07-02Price change$8,500
2018-06-13Price change$9,000
2018-05-16Listed for rent$9,500
2012-06-30Sold$1,541,000
2012-04-03Listed for sale$1,549,000
2007-08-01Sold$1,584,000
2005-09-30Sold$550,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentThe Carter Team
BrokerageBarrett Sotheby's International Realty

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