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$1,068,112$779 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $365,000 on Dec 7, 1999

5 WARD ST

LEXINGTON, MA 02421
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,372 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1983
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.1M
$915K low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$365,000 · Dec 7, 1999
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$705,112
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$564,090
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.33%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$230,000
LEADER MORTGAGE CO · recorded Oct 28, 2002
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$133,000
LEADER MORTGAGE CO

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,983 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$898,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$591,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$307,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,098,960

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(9)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
William Diamond Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
E
Joseph Estabrook Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
H
Lexingon High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Lexington School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02421These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.80

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,851
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,009 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$178,785
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$233,901
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5 Ward St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 88% of homes in Lexington 02421
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Lexington 02421
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Lexington 02421
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Lexington 02421

What homes are worth in Lexington 02421

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$836K$3.4M

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Lexington 02421.

How it measures up in Lexington 02421

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lexington 02421.

Estimated value$1,068,112
CheaperTypical $1,538,221Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$779
CheaperTypical $688Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area1,372 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,220 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1983
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 5 Ward St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLexington 02421Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,068,11212% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$77973% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than1,372 ft²13% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac5% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than198375% of homes74% of homes

About 5 Ward St

How much is 5 Ward St, Lexington, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Ward St, Lexington, MA is $1,068,112 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $915,177 to $1,221,047. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Ward St, Lexington, MA last sell?

5 Ward St, Lexington, MA last sold on Dec 7, 1999 for $365,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5 Ward St, Lexington, MA?

5 Ward St, Lexington, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,372 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 5 Ward St, Lexington, MA built?

5 Ward St, Lexington, MA was built in 1983, making it 43 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Ward St, Lexington, MA?

5 Ward St, Lexington, MA is assigned to William Diamond Middle School (middle), rated A; Joseph Estabrook Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Lexingon High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Lexington School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Ward St, Lexington, MA compare to other homes in Lexington 02421?

Among the 5,257 homes in Lexington 02421, it is worth more than 12% of them ($1,068,112 against a typical $1,538,221), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($779 against a typical $688), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,372 ft² against a typical 2,220 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (1983 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 74% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5 Ward St, Lexington, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Ward St, Lexington, MA was $10,983. The county assessed it at $898,000.

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