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Lexington Home of the Week: 21 Winthrop Road

Gorgeous 100-year-old property on the market in the desirable Munroe Hill neighborhood.

This stately turn-of-the-century English Revival with Arts & Crafts influences proudly backs Lexington's historical credentials, thanks greatly to the home's designer, renowned architect Willard D. Brown. What makes this home even more special is that it has also been beautifully and authentically renovated, expanded and meticulously cared for to preserve its period essence yet updated with modern conveniences and decor. The result? A property that represents its rich past and bright future. This exquisite home offers 15 versatile rooms so personal preferences and distinctive family accommodations are no worry here. It boasts over 5,000 square feet of living space throughout four finished levels of living space, but each area has been …

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Lexington Home of the Week: 6 Summer St.

Custom-built architect's contemporary home has sleek dimensions inside and out.

Potential Lexington homebuyers will not see anything that even comes close to this unique contemporary on Summer Street on the local real estate market. In fact, unless invited, not many people will be aware of its existence due to its exclusive private setting. This architect's custom-built home was constructed in 2007 in a high-style modern design with an open layout that has continually grown in popularity to accommodate today's busy lifestyles. Its sleek architectural lines, outdoor alcoves and wood exterior are distinctive features that immediately draw intrigue as to what lies inside of this magnificent property. What awaits is a floor plan that boasts over 3,500 square feet of living space with many exposed spaces for streamlined …

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Lexington Home of the Week: 12 Coolidge Ave.

This elegant colonial only needs an appreciative owner who values the Lexington's rich historical legacy.

Cozy, quiet moments and effortless entertaining are easy lifestyles to imagine in this handsome 92-year-old colonial on Coolidge Avenue. Its vintage details launch these contented scenes with coffered ceilings, wainscoting, arches, French doors, newly refinished wood floors and so much more. It's actually difficult to describe in words the architectural magnetism this home holds, but with accompanying photos, an introduction is possible, but a personal tour will sure be necessary to fully absorb its enchantment. Its brick front dimensions already initiate its remarkable originality with its unique exterior dimensions, distinctive roof and charming front portico. Inside, visitors will not be disappointed with its many layers of period …

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Lexington Home of the Week: 33A Sylvia St.

No monthly fees required for this newly upgraded, low maintenance townhome.

If there were any question, the answer is yes, there are still great realty options in Lexington. For example, this 5-year-young condominium/coop is an amazing value with three-plus bedrooms, two full and two half baths, an upgraded kitchen, deck, fresh paint and efficient zone heating. It is also within walking distance for public transportation, a bike path, excellent schools, shopping and restaurants. This two-unit building is just as attractive on the inside as the outside. Just repainted, it offers six perfectly-modeled rooms to harmonize with any design preferences, spacious room dimensions, a flowing floor plan and a state-of-the-art kitchen for any level of cook to create their culinary masterpieces (or even just a delicious …

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Lexington Home of the Week: 207 Wood St.

This Cape/Dutch Gambrel brings the benefits of both designs into one beautiful home.

This lovely home on Wood St. is like purchasing two homes for the price of one. It offers all the charm of a New England Cape and the space and interesting architecture of a Dutch Gambrel. Its interior boasts almost 1,800 square feet of living space circulated through three levels of finished living space and nine rooms to offer an assortment of room functions for an evolving family. The spacious 23 x 13 square foot living room warmly welcomes guests and residents from the front entry with a brick fireplace and a bay window drenching the neutral palette with natural sunlight. The 14 x 12 square foot formal dining area exhibits its distinctive design with designer windows and a built-in corner china cabinet. The 16 x 12 square foot inviting…

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Lexington Home of the Week: 29 Liberty Ave.

This colonial is the perfect blend of Lexington's past, present and future.

This young, six year-old colonial represents the historical spirit of Lexington and its classic architecture, but it also symbolizes the progressive contemporary designs of New England real estate. This home was built by experienced, well-known and respected builders who created this bright jewel with their signature care and quality materials found in many estate properties. Their realty vision will soon turn into another fortunate homeowner's dream. Located in the highly sought after Manor area, this home is nestled within a magnificently manicured parcel of fenced-in land with mature plantings and trees. Inside, there is over 4,000 square feet of living space spread throughout three levels, including four bedrooms, three and a half …

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Open Houses in Lexington This Weekend

Photos and information in this article are uploaded by local realtors and Lexington Patch.

Realtors, this is your space. Upload photos of the houses you're showing this weekend and enter the property's details in the caption. Selling your Lexington place without a realtor? Consider yourself invited to add your photos and details into the mix. Please upload one photo per open house listing and include the following information in the captions of all photos: Click on the big green "Upload Photos & Videos" button to get started. If you have any trouble getting the message out, send an email to lexington@patch.com. About this column: "House Hunt" is a weekly column featuring real estate open houses in the city of Lexington.

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Lexington Home of the Week: 24 Adams St.

This colonial can effortlessly accommodate the changing needs of its residents.

This exceptional colonial is the model of the timeless classic. In addition to its warm, secure and comforting characteristics, its previous owners have truly appreciated its personal and residential value and have meticulously maintained and updated all its structural and aesthetic components with such thoroughness down to the smallest details. The significance of its preservation, in conjunction with its Adams St. location, is especially significant as residents will find just as much pleasure approaching their home as living in it as it stands proudly nestled behind beautiful, mature plantings on a picturesque, tree-lined street in desirable Meriam Hill. Each room has been flawlessly decorated in soft, muted tones to reflect the home's …

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Open Houses in Lexington This Weekend

Photos and information in this article are uploaded by local realtors and Lexington Patch.

Realtors, this is your space. Upload photos of the houses you're showing this weekend and enter the property's details in the caption. Selling your Lexington place without a realtor? Consider yourself invited to add your photos and details into the mix. Please upload one photo per open house listing and include the following information in the captions of all photos: Click on the big green "Upload Photos & Videos" button to get started. If you have any trouble getting the message out, send an email to lexington@patch.com. About this column: "House Hunt" is a weekly column featuring real estate open houses in the city of Lexington.

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Lexington Home of the Week: 32 Whipple Road

This new home abutting Whipple Hill Conservation offers sights and the ultimate in comfort and amenities.

This new-construction colonial, although still in the building process, is already an impressive property through its introductive description, leaving anxious prospective homebuyers on the edge of their seats for the end result next year. 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 that enhance its style and elegance with crown moldings, raised paneling, oversized windows and custom built-ins throughout. No stone was left unturned in the initial planning and construction of this fantastic home to offer not only the finest materials and innovative designs, but to …

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