A suburban enclave on the cusp of two Essex County cities
Right on the border of Andover, the predominantly Latino community of Colonial Heights offers well-kept, single-family properties in a prime location of Lawrence, Massachusetts. “There are three places you want to be in Lawrence, and Colonial Heights is one of them,” says Jefri Liriano, president of Keller Williams’ Liriano Team and top-producing agent in New England. Liriano has sold in the area for 10 years and concludes, “People that buy here, stay here.” With shopping plazas along Route 114 and Union Street, the Merrimack River flowing nearby and Andover parks and amenities just south, Colonial Heights emanates accessibility. Moving to a home here also means joining a friendly, caring group of residents. “You will see people outside, socializing with their neighbors,” Liriano says. “I specifically saw how supportive the community was in 2018 during the Columbia Gas explosion. Colonial Heights was at the center, and people really came together when homes were destroyed, electricity was out, and some were injured.” In Colonial Heights, residents can enjoy a well-maintained landscape, comradery and convenience.
The village of Colonial Heights offers a quiet suburb life with a lot of greenery.
The Shawsheen River flows through the village of Colonial Heights.
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Staying active throughout all four seasons
Situated within the Merrimack Valley’s diverse terrain, Colonial Heights provides plenty of opportunities to get outdoors. Den Rock Park has miles of trails, which also lead toward the Shawsheen River Bird Sanctuary. Visitors utilize the conservation land for a variety of recreation, including hiking, snowshoeing in the winter or climbing the granite rock cliffs. The Shawsheen and Merrimack rivers flow nearby, where locals swim, boat and fish, often from public access points and parks. Just south, Andover features numerous outdoor spaces, like the Sacred Heart Reservation, home to Penguin Park’s playground and multiuse athletic fields. The Andover Country Club has a champion golf course, as well as a fine-dining restaurant overlooking its driving range. When temperatures drop in the winter, residents can find indoor activities at venues like Valley Forum Ice Arena, open for public skating sessions, lessons and hockey leagues.
Enjoy a stroll through the Den Rock Park in Colonial Heights.
Penguin Park near Colonial Heights offers kids a fenced playground where they can play.
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Colonial Heights’ shopping plazas and nearby restaurants
The neighborhood’s busiest thoroughfares, such as Route 114 and Union Street, house many shopping centers and restaurants. Plaza 114 features fast-food spots, shops and services, as well as America’s Food Basket of Lawrence. Just outside the area, shoppers can stop at the Market Basket or big-box department stores, like T.J. Maxx at the North Andover Mall. The neighborhood’s Latino influence is evident in its cuisine, with spots like TerraMar Mexican Grill and the Bocao Latin American restaurant. CocoRay’s blends Mexican and Puerto Rican recipes into one Borinquen taqueria. For a fine-dining experience, residents can head across the river to Eleven Kitchen & Bar, known for its steaks and specialty cocktails.
Enjoy a night out at Bocao Restaurant in Colonial Heights.
Residents of Colonial Heights shop for groceries at the Market Basket nearby.
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Many cultures to celebrate in Lawrence
Lawrence’s largest gatherings are also cultural events. “There are always plenty of activities going on here,” Liriano says. “We have Semana Hispana, where each nation, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, etc., has a week to showcase its culture.” The celebration, also known as Latin Week, offers a taste of the unique music, dance and food of each participating country. For the past 102 years, the city has also honored its many Italian immigrants through the annual Feast of The Three Saints festival. Hosted by the nonprofit Italian American organization, the St. Alfio Society, the event consists of carnival rides, cooking demonstrations and torchlight processions.
Exclusively single-family builds in Colonial Heights
Colonial Heights is an R1 residential zone, so the market consists only of single-family housing. Capes, ranch styles and colonials sit on sizeable lots, spacious enough for front and back lawns or gardens. “It’s a neighborhood of owner-occupants that truly care about their properties; you can tell by looking at their front yards and the kids playing outside,” Liriano says. Private garages and driveways often accompany the homes, as well, keeping cars out of the street. “You’ll see a lot of residents walking by, since there aren’t a lot of cars, and people drive slowly,” he says. Housing prices often fall between $450,000 to about $650,000, depending on square footage, age and condition.
You can find a variety of homes ranging in price and size in Colonial Heights.
Homes in Colonial Heights include ranch styles with detached garages.
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Lawrence Public Schools and private options in Andover
Prekindergarten and kindergarten students can attend the John Breen School, which earns a B-minus grade on Niche. Students can then head to C-rated South Lawrence East Elementary, then Spark Academy for middle school, which scores a C-minus. Lawrence High earns a B-minus and has a variety of curriculums, including STEM courses, humanities pathways in law or JROTC, and an Early College Program. The school also offers 19 sports, from coed football to ice hockey. Families may opt for private education, with some of the most highly rated options about 3 miles away in Andover. Prekindergarten through eighth graders can enroll in St. Augustine School, which earns an A-minus on Niche. Phillips Academy Andover scores an A-plus and ranks as the second best private high school in America, according to Niche.
Lawrence High School is part of the North Common Educational Complex in Lawrence, MA.
South Lawrence East Elementary School provides education for students in Lawrence, MA.
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Colonial Heights transportation options
With access to Interstate 495, commuters can reach Interstate 93 within about 4 miles, which then leads to Boston, 27 miles away. Local public transportation is available via the Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority buses, while the closest commuter rail runs out of the Lawrence station, under 2 miles north. While private planes can take off from Lawrence Municipal Airport, about 4 miles away, commercial flights leave from Boston Logan and Manchester-Boston Regional airports, which both are around 30 miles away from Colonial Heights in opposite directions.
Commuters in Colonial Heights have access to the T and can enjoy a scenic route during the fall.
You can find unique plants and flowers during a walk through the village of Colonial Heights.
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Parks in this Area
Penguin Park
Den Rock Park
Shawsheen River Trail
Sacred Heart Reservation
Shawsheen River Bird Sanctuary
Transit
Airport
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
38 min drive
Bus
Marlboro Street & Colonial Road
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S Union Street & Lynn Street
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Winthrop Avenue & North Andover Mall
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Winthrop Avenue & Sullivan Park
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Durso Avenue & Cutler Street
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S Union Street & Kent Street
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Colonial Heights, Lawrence sell after 14 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The average sale price for homes in Colonial Heights, Lawrence over the last 12 months is $555,375, up 23% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,784
Median Age
36
Population under 18
22.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$109,947
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$117,608
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.8%
College Graduates
32.7%
Advanced Degrees
11%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.7%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
16/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
49/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
34/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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