Parkland Avenue
Recreation for adults, kids and canines
With Lynn Woods Reservation’s 2,200 acres on the west side of town, nature enthusiasts will find plenty to get excited about, from rocks for bouldering to more than 30 miles of designation pathways. A popular tourist destination here includes Dungeon Rock, a formation thought to be an old pirate grave. Panoramic views of the forest can be seen from the 48-foot Stone Tower, built in 1936. The park’s three reservoirs provide drinking water for Lynn residents, so swimming and boating are not permitted. “There are mountain biking trails from novice to expert, some of the nicest and cleanest waterways in the state, and great walking and hiking trails,” says Albert DiVirgilio, a lifelong Lynn resident and broker/owner with RE/MAX 360. Pups know Parkland as “Barkland,” due to the Barkland Avenue Dog Park, a play area for friendly canines registered with the city. Frey Playground and Gallagher Park’s jungle gyms, athletic fields and courts provide more outdoor community gathering spaces right outside of the neighborhood.Eateries and stores around Parkland Avenue
While Downtown Lynn features a thriving food scene under 2 miles away, a few spots lie within walking distance of Parkland Avenue. Walnut Street Café offers coffee, breakfast and club sandwiches, accompanied by the occasional live music performance. Nickey’s and Fauci’s pizzerias off of Lynnfield Street have collectively served Lynn with Italian fare for almost 100 years. To catch a game or grab a drink, Lazy Dog Sports Bar and Rolly’s Tavern on the Square are off Broadway. Groceries can be purchased under 2 miles away at Stop & Shop, while Target and Walmart are also within 5 miles.Residences dominate Parkland Avenue landscape
Houses built in the late 1800s and early 1900s make up most of Parkland Avenue’s market. Split levels, ranch styles and Capes are most common, along with other single-family builds with vinyl siding and shingle roofs. Home prices often fall between $500,000 and $650,000, while large multifamily properties can climb into the $700,000 to $800,000 threshold. While sidewalks line some residential streets, modest front lawns typically fan out all the way to the road. Off-street parking is common, as most properties have driveways or garages.Public and private education near Parkland Avenue
Public schools close to Parkland Avenue include William R. Fallon Elementary, Breed Middle and Lynn Classical High School, which all have C grades on Niche. These three public institutions sit within a few miles of most residences. Private options like North Shore Christian School, which earns an A-plus, and St. Mary’s Lynn, with a B-plus, are also popular for primary and secondary years. “Massachusetts is known for private education, and the North Shore certainly does not skimp,” DiVirgilio says.Transportation and accessibility to other facilities
Parkland Avenue is within 5 miles of major thoroughfares, including Routes 1 and 107 into Boston, as well as Interstate 95. Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (T) buses stop along Lynnfield Street and Broadway, and the Lynn station is about 3 miles away. The 13-mile ride into Boston’s North Station on the commuter rail can take under 30 minutes to an hour. Boston Logan International Airport sits about 10 miles south via Route 107. Trips outside of town are not necessary for houses of worship, as Christian churches and the Congregation Ahabat Sholom are within about 3 miles, while the Masjid Alsalam-Islamic Society of the North Shore lies within the neighborhood. Salem Hospital serves as the closest major health care facility, about 4.5 miles up Route 107.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Herman Davis
Herman Davis
Responds QuicklyMetro North Realty, LLC
(339) 338-4449
8 Total Sales
1 in Parkland Avenue
$722,500 Price
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Julie Tsakirgis
Julie Tsakirgis
RE/MAX Property Shoppe, Inc.
(781) 776-5137
133 Total Sales
1 in Parkland Avenue
$409,000 Price
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Adam Marchand
Adam Marchand
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
(978) 747-5397
23 Total Sales
1 in Parkland Avenue
$465,000 Price
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Michael Connor
Michael Connor
Responds QuicklyConnor Real Estate
(351) 666-5664
96 Total Sales
1 in Parkland Avenue
$525,000 Price
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Jeanna Alimonti
Jeanna Alimonti
Responds QuicklyClements Realty Group
(833) 436-7818
19 Total Sales
1 in Parkland Avenue
$485,000 Price
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Kristin Weekley
Kristin Weekley
Responds QuicklyLeading Edge Real Estate
(351) 666-8379
252 Total Sales
1 in Parkland Avenue
$491,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Barkland Avenue Dog Park
Jenkins Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
Flax Pond Park
Magnolia Park
Lynn Woods Reservation
Frey Playground
Lynn Shore Reservation
Gallagher Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Parkland Avenue | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Parkland Avenue Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Parkland Avenue, Lynn sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Parkland Avenue, Lynn over the last 12 months is $269,000, down 34% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$284,750
Median Sale Price
$269,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$330,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$210,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$210,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-34%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$189
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
626
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1940
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,510
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,322
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,100
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Open Houses
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Sunday, Aug 311:30am - 12:30pm
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
2,061
Median Age
41
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$107,056
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$111,714
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85%
College Graduates
27.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.3%
% Population in Labor Force
80.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
26''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
16
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
13
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
22
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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