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Home of the Week takes you beyond a real estate listing, giving you insight into a property on the market.
  All the charm of Lexington's rich past blended with stylish and contemporary designs. That winning design combination is what the fortunate new owners will receive with the purchase of this lovely nearly century old colonial. Located in picturesque Liberty Heights, this property has endured and shielded generations of Lexington residents within its resilient walls, and while it still proudly displays its timeless heritage, it has also been brought to the top of its residential game with updated and/or restored materials, premier appliances and modern conveniences. With three finished levels…
  A rare find is what prospective homebuyers will sense while viewing this shingle-style home in the legendary Nashawtuc Hill neighborhood in Concord. The exciting and seamless blend of an English country cottage laced with contemporary architectural flair is a unique constructive and decorative approach that cannot be paralleled anywhere on the market today. Within its warm and organically lit 3,600 square feet of living space is a resourceful design to not only offer a fluid floor plan but to create an inventive personal sculpture to each room. Natural sunlight is drawn from many floor-to-…
  This beautiful seven year-old Lexington colonial was designed perfectly to blend and reflect the town's rich residential roots with today's elegant decor. Within its spacious 16 rooms and 6,300 square feet of living space, visitors will find an eclectic combination of classic and contemporary architectural enhancements and features that result in a home that will appeal to a wide range of prospective homebuyers. It also offers incredible living and lodging flexibility within its versatile tri-level footprint that will comfortably accommodate families as their needs evolve. The first level …
  For prospective Concord homebuyers patiently waiting for the right home, the wait is over. While Concord is well known around the country for its rich history, it also offers a very unique and eclectic real estate market. This completely renovated and revived Victorian is a great testimony of its residential properties and pays homage to its esteemed heritage. Today’s new construction cannot compete with a tried and true original. There is no substitute for quality craftsmanship, quality materials, and an unrivaled location. Located in West Concord Village, this home is within walking …
Majestically sited on a picturesque country-like side street, this exquisitely appointed and impressive Colonial in vibrant Lexington offers the insightful layout, size, amenities and craftsmanship rarely properly executed in newer homes. The magnificent chef’s kitchen, which includes a cozy sitting room with a gas fireplace, a separate breakfast area and adjoining butler’s pantry, is a staple and inviting hub for gatherings of all sizes. Filled with premier accessories, residents and guests are greeted by walls of cherry cabinets, granite countertops, a 2-tier, L-shaped island with breakfast…
The home at 314 Thoreau St. can only be described as a Victorian masterpiece. With the perfect blend of understated timeless style and convenient open living spaces, this home meets every need and desire on a discerning buyer’s wish list. Its first and most noticeable attribute is its location: Only steps to Emerson Field, Alcott Elementary, CCHS, Main Street shops and the commuter rail, this home offers all this and more within walking distance. For prospective homebuyers searching for a "green" lifestyle, this is the neighborhood. Secondly, its traditional Victorian style is epitomized by …
This gorgeous 1920's colonial is a great opportunity to purchase and experience a slice of the country's rich past in historical Lexington. This property is offered to prospective homebuyers in exceptional move-in condition and comes with very comfortable living and leisure accommodations with 2,000 square feet of living space and a spectacular third of an acre fenced-in lush landscape. It has also received many energy-efficient upgrades, aesthetics updates and substantial remodeling yet still presents many period features as well as gleaming hardwood floors and elevated ceilings. In total, …
What an opportunity for the horse enthusiast. This equestrian paradise can easily service private ownership, boarding and/or lessons with the quality and quantity of its facilities within its ten acre grounds. This completely working farm is already fully equipped with a private entrance, large indoor ring with state-of-the-art footing, barns with 15 total stalls, two, two-bedroom apartments and ten indoor garage spaces. This Concord property's personal amenities are equally as impressive with its residential accommodations with many incredible lavish features and walls of glass to soak in …
Residents, guests, extended family. It will be difficult for anyone to leave this striking five-year young Lexington colonial on Wheeler Road. Virtually every facet was custom designed to offer a comfortable, lavish and entertaining lifestyle to all that walk through its magnificent doors. Throughout each of its 14 rooms, the attention to detail and use of upgraded materials was applied with impeccable taste while its 6,640 square foot interior dimensions encourages seamless traffic flow and a fluid floor plan that seamlessly unites each space for graceful entertaining and natural daily …
At only three-years old, this magnificent Concord colonial was skillfully designed and fabricated with all the features and luxuries today's homebuyers need and desire. It offers a fluid, open floor plan with generously-sized rooms, three levels of finished living space, a gourmet kitchen, five bedrooms and even viable options for future expansion. It also boasts a construction utilizing the finest materials and appliances available and in perfect harmony with the modern tastes of today's styles. The main level boasts five common rooms that effortlessly spill into one another for seamless …
Prospective homebuyers will find it difficult to specify which of the many appealing features that 'sealed the deal' on this fantastic 99 year-old Lexington colonial revival. First, it is located in the highly sought after Meriam Hill, where residential turnover is a rare and unique opportunity. It also boasts period details both inside and out that reflect and reveal its nearly century-old roots with distinctive architectural touches and designs. The floor plan? Fluid, versatile and imaginative, with inviting, entertainment-sized rooms filled with built-ins, decorative windows and natural …
This is the last opportunity to be one of the first residents to occupy one of the 13 detached homes that make up the picturesque neighborhood of the Concord Riverwalk. This brand new, innovative community was designed to address the evolving needs of today's homeowner where quality is now defined by a blend of life, home and surroundings. The landscape and design of Riverwalk encourages social interaction and functions as a close-nit neighborhood with walkable streets and serene surroundings. Considerable thought was given to the physical layout of its roads, drives, yards and homes which …
The distinctiveness of this lovely 24 year-young colonial is immediately recognized curbside with its unique hipped-roof design and impeccably manicured nearly one acre lot. Inside, those expectations are fulfilled and exceeded with a warm, welcoming residence with spacious inviting rooms and luxurious features. An elegant marble foyer introduces guests into the main level that includes four banquet-sized common spaces. The 24 x 14 square foot living room draws warmth from the fireplace and two French doors that drench the area with natural sunlight while the 14 x 12 square foot dining area …
Editor's Note: This week begins a slightly different approach to our Home of the Week feature. We'll still highlight a gorgeous local home on the market, but they featured real estate will alternate between Lexington and Concord properties. Advantageous residential purchases such as this do not appear on the real estate market very often. This fantastic family home has been under the loving care of its original owners for over 40 years and has been meticulously maintained and updated to greatly serve its new title holders for many equally fulfilling years. Its upgrades include central air …
 This brand new colonial was resourcefully designed and skillfully crafted to yield all the features that today's homebuyers desire. As just a sampling, it offers elevated ceilings, a fluid, open floor plan, premier materials, oversized windows, a gourmet kitchen and incredibly flexible accommodations. It was also very tastefully decorated in soothing neutrals and stylish enhancements that will compliment personal designs. Two finished levels boast 4,383 square feet of living space within 11 rooms resulting in extremely generous room dimensions. The first level consists of a 15 x 15 square …
What better way to glide into 2013 that with a brand new home? This captivating Gambrel-accented colonial is currently under construction but has a completion date quickly approaching to offer its first owners with a skillfully built home from a meticulous local craftsman. A few examples of its well-appointed features include a gourmet kitchen, coffered ceilings, en-suite bedrooms and a private lot with bonus amenities. This home's exterior quickly displays its unique style with its blend of architectural designs that extends to its interior accommodations. The first level consists of a …
Unique and unexpected surprises are revealed throughout this custom-designed colonial on Williams Road. At only seven years young, this contemporary home boasts all of the features today's homebuyer is looking for in a versatile residence, and even some bonus enhancements that add comfort and convenience to every day living. This spacious 4,312-square-foot home offer 13 generously-scaled rooms within three levels of living space. An elegant entry foyer with a turned staircase presents a fitting introduction into a fluid floor plan where seamless traffic flow and welcoming spaces were …
Almost 2,000 square feet of living space may sound like plenty of room when evaluating this wonderful Cape on Justin Street, but this purchase can ultimately deliver much more with expanded accommodations. This property boasts more than half an acre of land, which provides ample background for growth and approvals are already in hand from the trustees of the bordering Justin/Bernard conservation land to add an additional 1,600 square feet. This already beautiful home now has the viable possibility of boasting almost 4,000 square feet of finished space. This home currently offers versatile …
The town of Lexington offers prospective homebuyers a wide range of price points in its diverse real estate market. This magnificent 57-year-old colonial on Lincoln St. set on a sprawling half acre lot falls almost midpoint of the 58 available properties listed at press time. This translates into a great opportunity to obtain a solid residential investment with the purchase of this fabulous eight-room, five bedroom home. This classically-designed 2,352-square-foot home spreads its living space throughout two levels and eight generously-sized, versatile rooms. The first floor includes a lovely…
Early 2013 will be an exciting time for one prospective homebuyer. That's because this spectacular new colonial is in its finishing building phases and will be ready for occupancy. This Energy-Star rated home is specifically designed not only to offer residents the ultimate in luxury and comfort within its airy and spacious design, but also boasts an abundance of aesthetic and architectural details such as crown moldings, raised paneling, oversized windows and custom built-ins that will provide the perfect canvas for a stylish home. No stone was left unturned in the initial planning and …

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