West Lynn
Neighborhood in Lynn, Massachusetts
Essex County 01905
New England-style single-family homes
Residential streets are dotted with small businesses and shops in West Lynn. “There are pockets of independent retailers, but the neighborhood is mostly residential,” Toner says, adding that architectural styles reflect the New England setting. “It’s mostly a mix of New England colonial-styles and Cape Cods, though multifamily and apartment complexes are in the mix.” Condos and townhouses typically range in price from around $225,000 to $780,000, while vernacular single-family homes cost between $348,000 and $870,000. Multifamily investment properties can fetch between $900,000 and $1.4 million.
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Playgrounds close by and recreation at Lynn Woods Reservation
The Community Path of Lynn bisects the neighborhood and is part of the Northern Strand Community Trail, a 10-mile network stretching from Everett through Lynn. As locals meander down the paved community path, they come upon Northern Strand Linear Park, which features playground equipment — including slides, climbing walls and swings — along a part of the trail. Also along the trail sits the G.E.A.A. Field and adjacent Battery Park, which is a cluster of baseball fields and open space. Additional nearby recreational tracts include Breed Park and Hood Playground. One of the largest recreational attractions in Lynn is the Lynn Woods Reservation, a municipal forest park with several hiking trails. The park also features a stone observation tower, a golf course and scenic ponds.
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School zoning and top-rated athletics at Lynn Classical
West Lynn students may attend schools within the Lynn Public School District, which earns a C-plus overall grade from Niche. Depending on zoning, kids can start at Drewicz Elementary or William P. Connery Elementary, which both receive C-minus ratings. Students may continue to the C-rated Breed Middle School and Lynn Classical High School, which earns a B-minus. Home of the Rams, the high school boasts a top-rated athletics program with sports including boys and girls basketball teams that competed in the MIAA state tournament. North Shore Community College is located in Lynn and is an option for higher education.
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Easy access to public transportation
While Western Avenue is Lynn’s major artery, the community also sits close to US Route 1, which connects drivers to Interstate 95, as well as to the heart of Boston, which sits about 13 miles south of Lynn. Lynn’s train station links commuters to Boston via the Newburyport/Rockport Line in about 23 minutes. Boston Logan International Airport sits approximately 13 miles from West Lynn.West Lynn restaurant staples and nearby shopping
A handful of local eateries keep the supportive community feeling alive. “Tony’s Pub is a staple for West Lynners,” Toner says. “It’s really good food and enjoyable for sports outings because they have lots of big screens and pub-style food.” Along with Tony’s, other long-standing community stalwarts include The Lido Café and Old Tyme Italian Cuisine. “All of these restaurants are family-owned and have been in business for over 40 years, which is rare,” Toner says. “They’re generous to the community and well-loved by all.”While convenient businesses and stores are scattered around Lynn, most West Lynn residents head to Square One Mall off US Route 1 for bigger retailers. The mall features brand-name shops and big-box department stores including Macy’s, T.J. Maxx and Dick’s. Nearby grocery options include Market Basket and Stop & Shop.
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Christina von Claparede-Crola
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Albeiro Lopera
Albeiro Lopera
Responds QuicklyUnited Brokers
(351) 666-4589
91 Total Sales
2 in West Lynn
$558K - $650K Price Range
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Nicholas Silvestri
Nicholas Silvestri
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Evolution
(781) 905-8104
48 Total Sales
1 in West Lynn
$365,000 Price
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Saul Sanchez
Saul Sanchez
Citylight Homes LLC
(857) 297-3387
59 Total Sales
3 in West Lynn
$330K - $465K Price Range
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Juan Lopera-Martinez
Juan Lopera-Martinez
eXp Realty
(339) 338-4961
92 Total Sales
3 in West Lynn
$118K - $631K Price Range
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Jorge Betancur
Jorge Betancur
Century 21 Mario Real Estate
(401) 903-3931
100 Total Sales
1 in West Lynn
$357,000 Price
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Diane Amato
Diane Amato
Vylla Home
(781) 516-8266
37 Total Sales
3 in West Lynn
$235K - $563K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 12th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Barry Park
GEAA Field
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Tennis
Lynn Woods Reservation
Transit
West Lynn Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Lynn, Lynn sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in West Lynn, Lynn over the last 12 months is $420,500, down 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$425,000
Median Sale Price
$420,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$470,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$355,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
33
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-14%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$397
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
826
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1905
Months of Supply
0.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,356
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,803
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
937
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
589
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920
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 Renters
Demographics
Total Population
7,077
Median Age
33
Population under 18
30.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$61,162
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$83,447
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
69%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
9%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.8%
% Population in Labor Force
76.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
26''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
63
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
84
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
51
/ 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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