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Residential neighborhood across the river from downtown Lawrence
Once an industrial community near the banks of the Merrimack River, Mount Vernon is now a residential haven in Lawrence that nearly 6,800 people call home. “It’s very family-oriented,” says Realtor Jefri Liriano, head of the Liriano Team with Keller Williams, who grew up in Lawrence. “I still go there for trick-or-treating every Halloween.” He describes it as the kind of neighborhood where kids leave their bikes in the yard while they play together. Locals spend the afternoon at Mount Vernon Park and cross the river to enjoy dinner at one of the local restaurants in the city. It is about a 27-mile drive to Boston.
Ranch homes have more room to stretch out in Mount Vernon.
Home curve over hill in the Mount Vernon neighborhood.
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Well-maintained twentieth century homes
Oak trees and sidewalks line the hilly streets of Mount Vernon. “Everyone takes really good care of their properties,” says Liriano. “That’s reflected in the yards.” Many residents have decorated their manicured lawns with lush green shrubs and blossoming gardens. There are a variety of homes, ranging from early 20th-century Colonial Revivals and Foursquares to ranch styles and Cape Cods built in the mid-20th century. Several properties come with solar panels. Prices typically range from $475,000 to $625,000, with homes along Mount Vernon making up the more expensive properties. There are some condos in the neighborhood, with a two-bedroom costing around $250,000 to $275,000.
Mount Vernon home can range from small capes to large colonials.
Colonial homes vary in size in Mount Vernon.
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Downtown Lawrence filled with local restaurants
A few locally owned restaurants can be found in Mount Vernon, including Jim’s Original Subs and Pizza, known for its thin-crust pies, and Cavallo Restaurant, which serves Dominican food. There are many more options in Downtown Lawrence, across the Merrimack River. Terra Luna offers a variety of Latin American staples, and Liriano recommends Vaka, which serves a fusion of Dominican and Japanese dishes. The closest grocery store is Market Basket, and residents can find fresh produce at the Groundwork Farmers Market, held every Wednesday and Saturday from June to October. Target, Walmart and Home Depot are all within 5 miles.
Wait and watch with anticipation for your delicious tacos at El Vago Cantina near Mount Vernon.
Jim's Original Subs & Pizza is a staple for Mount Vernon residents.
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Semana Hispana is annual celebration of Hispanic culture
While Lawrence only has a few events throughout the year, there is one that sticks out in Liriano’s mind: Semana Hispana, or Hispanic Week. “When I was growing up, everyone was looking forward to Hispanic Week,” he says. The event started in 1979 after Isabel Melendez attended the Puerto Rican Festival in Boston and wanted a space for all Latin American countries to express their cultures and folklore. Today, the program includes live music, food, and fair rides that anyone can enjoy.
Lawrence High School split into academies
Lawrence Public Schools serve the community. Frost Elementary School teaches kindergarten through fourth grade, while Frost Middle School offers fifth through eighth grade; both schools receive a C from Niche. Lawrence High School, which earns a B-minus, is split into different academies. The “Lower” Academies are for ninth and 10th grade and are focused on transitioning into high school and developing academic skills, while the “Upper” Academies encompass 11th and 12th grade. These prepare students for life after graduation through internships, Early College classes through North Essex Community College and Merrimack College and capstone projects. The Abbott Lawrence Academy is an admissions-based academy within Lawrence High that offers a more advanced course load.
Mount Vernon students enjoy attending Frost Elementary and Middle School.
Mount Vernon students enjoy the lively marching band at Lawrence High School.
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Kids run around Mount Vernon Park
Mount Vernon Park sits at the bottom of the neighborhood, with a baseball field and playground for kids to run around. “I went to high school in Lawrence, and I remember going to the park to play basketball after school,” Liriano says. The nearby Den Rock Park is 120 acres of forest that offers residents an escape from city life, with four trails where they can hike among the oak and pine trees while keeping an eye out for herons and woodchucks. The Lawrence Public Library is across the river and lets patrons check out books or attend movie nights, craft classes and book clubs. Members of the Andover Country Club, about 3 miles away, can golf at the 18-hole championship golf course. The course was originally conceived by W.H. Follet, who passed away before it could be completed. Donald Ross finished the design.
The local concession stand at Mount Vernon Park.
Hike through the vast forest at Den Rock Park near Mount Vernon.
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Interstate 495 below the neighborhood
While most people rely on their cars, Interstate 495 is less than 1 mile away and makes the commute to Boston easy. The Merrimack Valley Transit has several bus stops along Mount Vernon Street. The Boston Logan International Airport is about 30 miles away, and the closest emergency room is at the Lawrence General Hospital, about 5 miles away.
Mount Vernon in Lawrence, Massachusetts, offers a blend of community and modern amenities.
Residence of Mount Vernon enjoy the close proximity of the the train staiton.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Mount Vernon
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
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Mount Vernon Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mount Vernon, Lawrence sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Mount Vernon, Lawrence over the last 12 months is $540,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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