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Highlights
- Washer and dryer
- Hardwood floors throughout
- Recessed lighting
- All new double pane windows
- Shared outdoor space
Location
42 Forest St #2, Lexington, MA 02421, USA|Lexington Town Center
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Amenities for 42 Forest St #2, Lexington Town Center
Apartment Amenities
| Ceramic Tiles | Eat-in Kitchen |
| Hardwood Floor | Large Rooms |
| Office - Den - Bonus Room | Quartz Countertops |
| Two Living Levels |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Range |
Building
| Free Laundry | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Off-Street Parking Included |
| Storage |
Other
| Dog Negotiable/Breed Restrictions |
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 42 Forest St #2
Unbeatable location close to all that Lexington Center has to offer! This historic, light filled, two bedroom, six room apartment has a bonus room off the Primary bedroom. The beautifully updated kitchen features a quartz counter top and ceramic tile back splash. With hardwood floors throughout, recessed lighting in living and dining rooms, and delightful period details, this special home must be seen. Two large bedrooms and bonus room are on second floor. Lots of dedicated storage in the basement with units own washer and dryer. All new double pane windows. All freshly painted. 2 car parking and shared outdoor space. Pets considered. No smokers please. Move-In Costs Fees: Broker Fee: $3,100 Last Month Rent: $3,100 First Month Rent: $3,100 Disclaimer: Please note that some photos used in this listing may depict model units and may not reflect the exact apartment available. Pricing, availability, features, finishes, layout, and amenities are subject to change without notice. For
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Address details
| Neighborhood | Lexington Town Center |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02421 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Lexington Town Center
2-bedroom apartments at 42 Forest St #2 cost about 3% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Lexington Town Center.
Median rents as of Sep 26 2026.
Lexington Town Center
Lexington
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $4,000 |
| November 2024 | $3,444 |
| December 2024 | $3,219 |
| January 2025 | $3,159 |
| February 2025 | $3,305 |
| March 2025 | $3,424 |
| April 2025 | $3,500 |
| May 2025 | $3,428 |
| June 2025 | $3,334 |
| July 2025 | $3,372 |
| August 2025 | $3,295 |
| September 2025 | $3,436 |
| October 2025 | $3,503 |
| November 2025 | $3,253 |
| December 2025 | $3,377 |
| January 2026 | $3,294 |
| February 2026 | $3,214 |
| March 2026 | $3,136 |
| April 2026 | $3,185 |
| May 2026 | $3,352 |
| June 2026 | $3,287 |
| July 2026 | $3,329 |
| August 2026 | $3,244 |
| September 2026 | $3,159 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2024 | $3,112 |
| January 2025 | $3,100 |
| February 2025 | $3,100 |
| March 2025 | $3,131 |
| April 2025 | $3,225 |
| May 2025 | $3,137 |
| August 2025 | $3,293 |
| February 2026 | $3,068 |
| March 2026 | $3,106 |
| April 2026 | $3,150 |
| May 2026 | $3,130 |
| June 2026 | $3,156 |
| July 2026 | $3,231 |
| August 2026 | $3,130 |
| September 2026 | $3,012 |
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2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 42 Forest St #2
Fiske Elementary School
55 adams st
lexington, MA, 2420
K-5Public
A
Lexington Children's Place
328 lowell st
lexington, MA, 2420
PKPublic
Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program
510 moody st
waltham, MA, 2453
K-5Public
C
ABCD Allston - Brighton Head Start
478 western ave
brighton, MA, 2135
PKPublic
Carlisle School
83 school st
carlisle, MA, 1741
PK, K-8Public
A
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Getting around Lexington near 42 Forest St #2
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 42 Forest St #2, Lexington
Groceries
7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive
Cafes
7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
3/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within a short drive
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