Lower Broadway
Neighborhood in Lynn, Massachusetts
Essex County 01904
Cottages and bungalows in a central Lynn neighborhood
Much of the residential properties in Lower Broadway are concentrated along the north side of the community. Housing styles run the gamut from bungalows and cottages to ranch-styles and Colonial Revivals. Built throughout the 1900s, single-family homes here can list between $450,000 and $650,000, with remodeled homes in the higher price range. Properties are about 1,000 to 2,000 square feet in size, and lots average around 5,000 square feet. The neighborhood’s overall landscape can be winding, and some houses either have porticos with staircases that connect to sidewalks or are built with elevated foundations. Front porches and picket fenced-in yards are also common, and the streets are usually tree-lined and connected by sidewalks.
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Outdoor opportunities around Flax Pond
Lower Broadway is near several bodies of water, including Flax, Sluice and Breeds Pond, all popular outdoor areas for residents to walk and relax. Locals are often spotted feeding ducks or walking their dogs at Flax Pond Rest Area. The namesake park also has public tennis courts and playgrounds. The Agganis Athletic Complex, which includes both Frasier Baseball Field and Manning Field, has a walking track that is open to the public. Those who like water activities or jogging along the beachside boardwalk can head 2 or 3 miles south to Nahant Bay and Lynn Beach, and hiking enthusiasts can go north to Lynn Woods Reservation, which is the second-largest municipal park in the country with over 30 miles of trails.
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Lynn Public Schools
The neighborhood’s elementary and middle schools are next to each other on the north side, near the 6-acre Magnolia Avenue Playground. Edward Sisson Elementary School serves students from kindergarten through fourth grade. Pickering Middle School has a 10-to-1 student-teacher ratio, and Lynn English High School has about 60% of the student population speaking English as a second language. The local high school offers an English Learner Program, AP courses as well as curriculums in applied technology and computer science. All three schools have a C Niche grade.
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City-wide events in Lynn
Each summer, the Lynn Arts & Culture Festival takes place in Downtown Lynn Historic District with trolley rides, live music and fun activities such as face-painting for children. Local vendors set up tent booths to showcase their crafted goods. Also occurring on the last Friday of May through September, Final Fridays is a public art event featuring workshops and exhibits by local artists, complimentary food and drinks and live performances.Proximity to Boston
While Lower Broadway is largely connected by sidewalks, people still rely on their cars as the primary means of transportation. Those who work in the city can easily access Massachusetts Route 1A, which is several miles west of the neighborhood, and get to Boston and Cambridge in 10 to 15 miles. Commuters can also take advantage of the city’s MBTA commuter rail station in downtown; the Newburyport/Rockport Line can get to Boston’s North Station in three stops. MBTA bus routes are also available throughout the city, making it easy to access neighboring towns in the Greater Boston Area. The Boston Logan International Airport is about 10 miles south, and Salem Hospital is 4 miles northeast of the community.Restaurants along Boston Street
Boston Street is home to many eateries, small businesses and places to run errands, including CVS and Stop & Shop. Restaurants are concentrated around a pocket area on the north end, including Lynnapesaukee Four Winds Pub & Grill, a staple establishment serving wood-fired burgers and steaks. The pub’s outdoor deck area offers views of Sluice Pond and a relaxing atmosphere. Down the street, Mino’s Roast Beef provides hearty sandwiches and pizza rolls. Lower Broadway’s south side is mostly commercial and is home to Lynngate Plaza and Brookside Square, two shopping centers in the neighborhood. Lynngate Plaza has several big-box stores, including Big Lots and Dollar General, while Brookside Square has more local restaurants and service shops. Andy’s Breakfast & Lunch is a popular diner known for American comfort food.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Donna DeRosa
Donna DeRosa
eXp Realty
(781) 633-6279
63 Total Sales
2 in Lower Broadway
$409K - $447K Price Range
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Juan Lopera-Martinez
Juan Lopera-Martinez
eXp Realty
(339) 338-4961
92 Total Sales
1 in Lower Broadway
$505,000 Price
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Hien Lieu
Hien Lieu
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX 360
(781) 780-6882
59 Total Sales
2 in Lower Broadway
$443K - $550K Price Range
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Rich Powers
Rich Powers
Responds QuicklyToner Real Estate, LLC
(781) 776-1319
112 Total Sales
1 in Lower Broadway
$460,000 Price
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Peggy Pratt
Peggy Pratt
Responds QuicklyCentury 21 North East
(351) 666-4826
158 Total Sales
2 in Lower Broadway
$505K - $560K Price Range
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Jeanna Alimonti
Jeanna Alimonti
Responds QuicklyClements Realty Group
(833) 436-7818
16 Total Sales
1 in Lower Broadway
$447,000 Price
Schools
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- 6th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Manning Field
Barkland Avenue Dog Park
Red Rock Park
Jenkins Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
Flax Pond Park
Magnolia Park
Lynn Shore Reservation
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Lower Broadway | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lower Broadway Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lower Broadway, Lynn sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Lower Broadway, Lynn over the last 12 months is $613,000, up 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$588,800
Median Sale Price
$613,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$615,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
14%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$366
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
243
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1930
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,457
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,322
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791
Open Houses
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Thursday, Jun 194 - 6pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,001
Median Age
41
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$86,494
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$91,264
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
63.8%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
22.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0%
% Population in Labor Force
66.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
26''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
72
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Highlands
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Agganis AC
Tight-knit historic community north of Boston
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Pine Hill
Charming, close-knit suburban Boston neighborhood where folks choose to stay put
Lynn English
Where tradition meets diversity at every corner
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