Mount Vernon Homes for Sale

Mount Vernon in Lawrence, Massachusetts, is a residential neighborhood with a population of nearly 6,800. Once an industrial area, it now features a family-oriented atmosphere. The neighborhood has hilly streets lined with oak trees and sidewalks, with homes ranging from early 20th-century Colonial Revivals and Foursquares to mid-20th-century ranch styles and Cape Cods. Outdoor activities include Mount Vernon Park, which has a baseball field and playground, and Den Rock Park, a 120-acre forest with hiking trails. The annual Semana Hispana event has run for nearly 50 years and offers live music, food and carnival rides. Residents head to neighborhood restaurants like Jim’s Original Subs and Pizza and Cavallo Restaurant, with more choices available in downtown Lawrence, such as El Vago Cantina and Vaka. The closest grocery store is Market Basket, and fresh produce can be found at the Groundwork Farmers Market. More retail options like Target, Walmart and Home Depot are within 5 miles. Interstate 495 provides easy access to Boston, which is about 27 miles away. Public transportation is available via Merrimack Valley Transit bus stops along Mount Vernon Street. The Boston Logan International Airport is approximately 30 miles away, and Lawrence General Hospital is about 5 miles from the neighborhood.