Median Price
$1,931,000
$562/sqft
Schools
9.2/10
Excellent
Appreciation
4/10
Growth Potential
Commute
25 min
to Boston
Live Market Snapshot
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View all 28 sales$1,974,500
Curated Median
28
Total Sales on Record
$1,050,000–3,450,000
Price Range
Well Under Median
$1,240,000
3 Chase Ave
3bd2ba2,452 sqft
$506/sqftInvalid Date
Well Under Median
$1,050,000
780 Waltham St
3bd2ba2,330 sqft
$451/sqftInvalid Date
Under Median
$1,450,000
29 Dewey Rd
4bd3ba2,984 sqft
$486/sqftInvalid Date
Under Median
$1,450,000
847 Massachusetts Ave
4bd3ba2,618 sqft
$554/sqftInvalid Date
At Median
$2,120,000
43 Hayes Ave
4bd4ba3,477 sqft
$610/sqftInvalid Date
At Median
$1,755,000
30 Wachusett Dr
4bd3ba3,185 sqft
$551/sqftInvalid Date
What Drives Prices in Lexington
Full breakdownDecomposition of the $1,931,000 median price into its underlying components.
Land Value$234,061 (12%)
Structure & Quality$783,594 (41%)
School Premium$325,650 (17%)
Access & Commute Premium$201,496 (10%)
Prestige & Stability Premium$386,200 (20%)
480
School Value Score
500
Overall Value Score
The Lexington Vibe
Revolutionary war reenactors meet Tiger Moms
Moving to Lexington, MA? This historic town (ZIP 02420) combines Revolutionary War heritage with some of the highest-ranked public schools in Massachusetts — consistently rated 9.2/10. Average home price in Lexington MA hovers around $1.49M, reflecting demand from families who specifically relocate to this suburb for its school district. Affluent, tight-knit, and remarkably safe.
Highlights
📚 Best public schools in Massachusetts
🎭 Revolutionary War history everywhere
🏃 Minute Man National Park access
💼 High-achieving professional community
Who It's For
✓ Great for
- •Education-focused families
- •Historic preservation enthusiasts
- •Luxury home buyers
- •Heritage seekers
- •Moving to Massachusetts from out of state
⚠ Consider elsewhere if
- •You want diversity
- •You hate HOA rules
- •You're not into perfection
Demographics
Population34,186
Median Age46.5
Median Household Income$285,965
Work from Home28.1%
Professional Sector79.4%
Safety & Crime
Lexington is safer than 96% of Massachusetts communities. One of the lowest crime rates in the state — a direct reflection of its affluent, tight-knit character. Violent crime is nearly non-existent; property crime is among the lowest in Greater Boston.
Safety Ranking
0.4
Violent Crime / 1,000
5.2
Property Crime / 1,000
Insider Tips
- 1.Battle Green area commands premium prices
- 2.Asian food scene is surprisingly excellent
- 3.Town meetings are serious business here