Burlington Road Area
A spacious residential area in northern Lexington — larger lots, mid-century homes, and a quieter, more suburban feel.
About Burlington Road Area
The Burlington Road area covers a broad swath of northern Lexington, stretching from Route 2A toward the Burlington border. This is where Lexington starts to feel genuinely spacious — lots of a half-acre or more are common, and the homes sit back from the road with deep yards and mature trees. The housing stock is predominantly mid-century: Colonials, split-levels, and ranches built in the 1950s and 1960s for the families of the electronics-industry boom along Route 128. Many have been renovated and expanded over the decades, and a growing number are being torn down for new construction. The area is car-dependent but peaceful, and the trade-off for being farther from the center is significantly more house and land for the money.
Property Character
Mid-century Colonials, splits, and ranches on half-acre-plus lots. Growing number of teardown/new construction projects. Generous setbacks, mature landscaping, and a rural-suburban feel that's increasingly rare this close to Boston.
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Local Highlights
- •Among the largest residential lots in Lexington
- •Quiet, spacious character with a semi-rural feel
- •Strong new construction activity for buyers who want modern amenities
- •Proximity to Lexington conservation land and trail networks
Getting Around
Car-dependent. Route 2A provides highway access. Lexpress bus service connects to the center. Most residents drive to Alewife for Red Line access — 15-20 min drive.
Schools
Feeds into Hastings Elementary (rated 9/10) or Fiske Elementary (rated 9/10) depending on address. Both are among the top elementary schools in the district.
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