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🌱 Patch AM: 'Beautifully Updated New England Antique Colonial' For Sale In Lexington

Also, don't miss It's a Bloch Party! Grand Opening on the Lexington Patch calendar

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Hi Lexington! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Updated Antique Colonial near Minuteman Bikeway hits Lexington market
  • How would Question 7 reshape Lexington's neighborhoods and housing prices?
  • Could you qualify for Lexington's new six-month rental assistance?

Also on today's calendar: It's a Bloch Party! Grand Opening and 12 more events.

Today's riddle: How do billboards talk? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Sun through high clouds, with a high of 64 and low of 42 degrees.
  • Sunday: Increasing cloudiness, temps: high: 63, low: 53.
  • Monday: Some rain in the morning, with a high of 65 and low of 51 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 'Beautifully Updated New England Antique Colonial' For Sale In Lexington (patch.com) — Homebuyers in Lexington may be interested in a four-bedroom New England Antique Colonial at 5 Maple St., listed for $1,098,000. The updated home offers 2,526 square feet, a first-floor primary or in-law suite, office space, and a spacious backyard, all just steps from the Minuteman Bikeway and local bus stops.
   

2. Smaller lots, cheaper homes? Lexington weighs Ballot Question 7 (lexobserver.org) — Lexington voters face statewide Ballot Question 7, which could slash the town's minimum lot size from up to 30,000 square feet to 5,000 in areas with water and sewer, potentially allowing many more homes per parcel. Supporters argue this would revive modest starter homes, while local officials and the Massachusetts Municipal Association doubt it will meaningfully improve affordability in Lexington's high-priced market.
   

3. Lexington Affordable Housing Trust Pilot Rental Assistant Program (Lex PRAP) (lexingtontimesmagazine.com) — Low- to moderate-income renters in Lexington can now apply for up to six months of rental assistance through the town's Affordable Housing Trust Pilot Rental Assistance Program, administered by Metro West Collaborative Development. Applications are open until November 1, 2026, with awards made on a first-come, first-served basis, and updated maximum rent limits may help more households qualify.
   

4. Best Small Cities to Visit in USA 2026: Explore Lexington, Apex, Saratoga and More (travelandtourworld.com) — Lexington is spotlighted as the top small city to visit in 2026, praised for safety, education, and strong residential conditions alongside its Revolutionary War history. Visitors are encouraged to explore Lexington Battle Green, Minute Man National Historical Park, and nearby heritage sites in Concord and Boston while planning transport and seasonal schedules in advance.
   

5. Lexington Sustainabilty Fair – Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (lexingtontimesmagazine.com) — Lexington residents are invited to a free Sustainability Fair at Lexington High School on Saturday, October 24, featuring electric vehicle test drives, electronics and textile recycling, and family-friendly activities. Local groups and town programs will offer advice on home electrification, sustainable gardening, waste reduction, and greener transportation options, making it a hands-on way to explore climate action close to home.
   

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Ok Lexington! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "How do billboards talk?" — Sign language (Thank you Ellen S. for sending it in!)
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