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Lexington

25 min to Boston
"Where the Revolution started and every kid goes to MIT"
Median Price
$1,490,000
$620/sqft
School Rating
9.8/10
Excellent
Appreciation
4%
per year
Commute
25 min
to downtown

Financing Considerations

Properties in Lexington typically require jumbo financing with stricter underwriting, larger down payments (20โ€“25%+), and higher reserve requirements.

Learn about loan thresholds, property condition impact, flood/wind insurance, and how vintage homes (common in many MA towns) affect mortgage approval.

โœจThe Vibe

Revolutionary war reenactors meet Tiger Moms

What It's Really Like

Historic town with revolutionary war heritage, top-tier schools, and affluent suburban character

Best For

  • โœ“Education-focused families
  • โœ“Historic preservation enthusiasts
  • โœ“Luxury home buyers
  • โœ“Heritage seekers

Avoid If

  • โœ—You want diversity
  • โœ—You hate HOA rules
  • โœ—You're not into perfection

๐ŸŒŸHighlights

๐Ÿ“šBest public schools in Massachusetts
๐ŸŽญRevolutionary War history everywhere
๐ŸƒMinute Man National Park access
๐Ÿ’ผHigh-achieving professional community

Insider Tips

  • ๐Ÿ’กBattle Green area commands premium prices
  • ๐Ÿ’กAsian food scene is surprisingly excellent
  • ๐Ÿ’กTown meetings are serious business here

Demographics

Population
34,186
Median Age
46.5
Median Income
$285,965

Economic Profile

Remote Work
28.1%
work from home
Professional Workers
79.4%
knowledge economy
Broadband Access
97.1%
digital infrastructure
Median Commute
31 min
to work
Rental Cost Burden
43.5%
pay >30% on rent
Homeownership
82.7%
owner-occupied
Poverty Rate
4.2%
below poverty line
Unemployment
3.7%
of labor force
Median Home Value
$1085K
Census estimate
Data source: Census ACS 2022 5-year

Religious Community

Places of Worship
14
Churches
11
Synagogues
3
๐ŸŒŸ Multi-faith community with diverse religious traditions(Diversity Score: 47/100)
Historical Context: Oldest establishment dates to 1833โ€ข 6 established before 1900
Data Source: MassGIS 2025 (Updated 2025-02-03)

Housing Stock Age

Median Year Built
1966
59 years old
Pre-1940 Construction
8%
Lower risk
Post-2000 Construction
11.6%
Modern housing stock
Est. Annual Insurance
$2,200
Based on housing age

Moderate Insurance Risk

Median home built in 1966. Insurance premiums estimated at $2,200/year. Some older homes may require system updates (electrical, plumbing, HVAC).

Insurance Cost Calculator

Estimate your annual homeowners insurance premium

$745,000$1,490,000$2,980,000

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Annual Premium
$2,200
$183/month
vs. State Average
+10%
MA avg: $2,008/year
Risk Category
HIGH
Based on home age

30-Year Mortgage Impact

$66,000

Total insurance cost over 30-year mortgage (equivalent to 0.1% of home value)

Age Penalty

This home costs $589 more per year to insure than a newly built home. Over 30 years, that's $17,670 in additional insurance costs.

Ways to Lower Your Premium

  • Bundle home + auto insurance with same carrier (10-25% discount)
  • Increase deductible from $500 to $2,500 (save 15-30%)
  • Install monitored security system (5-20% discount)
  • Update electrical panel and remove knob-and-tube wiring
  • Replace roof with impact-resistant materials (save 5-15%)
  • Upgrade plumbing to PEX or copper
  • Complete full home inspection and address major issues
  • Consider MAPFRE or Chubb for historic home coverage

* Estimates based on Massachusetts state averages and typical underwriting criteria. Actual premiums vary by carrier, coverage limits, deductible, claims history, and credit score. For accurate quotes, contact a licensed insurance agent.

Construction Era Distribution

2020+
45 units
2010-2019
412 units
2000-2009
8.2%
1,089 units
1990-1999
11.5%
1,523 units
1980-1989
14.2%
1,876 units
1970-1979
16.9%
2,234 units
1960-1969
16.2%
2,145 units
1950-1959
15%
1,987 units
1940-1949
6.6%
876 units
Pre-1940
8%
1,060 units
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