Real Estate
Take a Tour of Jon Lester's Newton Mansion For Sale
The former Red Sox ace recently put the home on the market—dimming hope that he will return to Boston.
Former Red Sox ace Jon Lester recently put his Newton mansion up for sale.
The news discouraged fans hoping he will return to Boston.
The home at 7 Bernard St. was listed for $1.85 million. It has four bedrooms, five bathrooms, a wine cellar, and workshop. Here are some photos from rexwaltham.com:
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Lester, who led the Red Sox to two World Series titles, was traded to the Oakland Athletics earlier this season. The Red Sox missed the playoffs, while the A’s clinched a wild card berth but lost in a one-game playoff that Lester started in.
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After the trade, Lester said he may be open to a return to the Red Sox, but the real estate move suggests otherwise. He will be a free agent after this season.
Lester is said to be keeping his options open and could take the home off the market if he signs with the Red Sox.
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