Home of the Week: 5-Bedroom Colonial on Bedford Street

What could be more exciting than owning an historic Lexington residence? How about two residences? To be more specific, this is a unique prospect to purchase a 90 year-old, two-family home in Lexington Center's prestigious historic district. Even more appealing, is that this property has been lovingly maintained and updated by the same family for nearly a century, which is a promising residential opening that rarely materializes in today's real estate market.

Its curbside presentation is that of a quintessential Lexington colonial with all the distinctive architectural features of a single family home. Inside, glimpses of its mature roots quietly reveal themselves throughout each room, however, it has received many valuable constructive and utility updates and tasteful ascetic renovations that sincerely complement its vintage character.

The two side-by-side units boast two floors and generous dimensions with slightly differing amenities. The first residence features seven rooms, with a living room, dining room, family room, eat-in kitchen, three bedrooms and one and a half baths. The family room has a fireplace and wood vaulted ceiling and two sets of French doors that lead to a lovely deck and the bright kitchen. The dining area offers a charming built-in china cabinet and also opens to the patio to encourage al fresco dining.

The second residence contains four rooms, with a living room, eat-in kitchen, sunroom, two bedrooms and two full baths. The eat-in kitchen serves up a rustic scene with exposed ceiling beams and a deck provides direct access to the private backyard for outdoor enjoyment.

Both units contain hardwood floors throughout and are designed with separate utilities and driveways. As mentioned, this entire home has received many significant renewals, including new electrical and plumbing systems and modernized kitchens and baths.

Located just steps from public transportation, Lexington Green, shopping and restaurants and just minutes to Rte. 128, this property offers great rental potential or the ideal solution to accommodate extended families. It also yields great historical significance to the town and its future owners with its age, location and established record. This is not your ordinary two family home as Lexington is not just some ordinary Massachusetts town. This is a home that stamps its presence in local history.

Location: 26 Bedford St.

Price: $739,900

Rooms: 11

Bedrooms: 5

Baths: 3 full, 1 half

Living Area: 3,081 sq. ft.

Lot Size: 12,450 sq. ft. (.29 acre)

Listing Agent: Dawn Burnham, The Higgins Group Realtors, 978-807-6303

 

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