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Lawrence Estates

Lawrence Estates

$1,014,480 Average Value
$494 Average Price per Sq Ft
7 Homes For Sale
Residents can stroll along pleasent neighborhood sidewalks all around the Lawrence Estates area.
Residents can stroll along pleasent neighborhood sidewalks all around the Lawrence Estates area.

Desirable sidewalk-lined Boston suburb

In the suburban town of Medford, about 7 miles northwest of downtown Boston, lies Lawrence Estates, a sought-after enclave of peaceful, leafy sidewalk-lined streets and charming vintage homes. “Lawrence Estates is one of the nicer neighborhoods in town,” says Jennifer Keenan, a longtime Medford resident and Realtor with Keller Williams Realty Boston-Northwest. “It’s a popular homes that’s easily accessible to Medford Square, either by foot or by car.” Keenan adds, “It’s a lovely spot. A lovely place to live.”

Vintage colonials of all shapes and sizes

Lawrence Estates has a mix of single-family homes, mostly built in the early-to-mid 20th century. Colonial is the predominant home style, but home seekers will also find other styles sprinkled in, including gambrel-roofed Dutch Colonials and Tudor Revivals with pitched roof-covered doorways. “The single-family homes in Lawrence Hills feel grander than houses in other parts of town. There are a lot of center entrance colonials that have a real stately feel and are solidly built,” Keenan says. “And the homes are on what we would consider large lots.” Home sizes range from 1,200 to 4,500 square feet with two to five bedrooms, and prices span from $640,000 to over $1.6 million. “When homes in Lawrence Estates go on the market, they typically sell within a week,” Keenan says. “People tend to stay in those homes for 20 years or more, so there’s not always a lot of inventory. As soon as a house hits the market, there are usually a lot of people waiting and eager to see it.”

A Colonial Revival styled home in the Lawrence Estates neighborhood of Medford, MA.
A Colonial Revival styled home in the Lawrence Estates neighborhood of Medford, MA.
A row of traditional homes found in the Lawrence Estates neighborhood of Medford, MA.
A row of traditional homes found in the Lawrence Estates neighborhood of Medford, MA.
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Highly-rated school choices

With Massachusetts’ school choice program, families can take their pick from the eight schools that make up the Medford Public Schools district, including Roberts Elementary, rated a B-minus by Niche, Andrews Middle and Medford High School, which both receive a B Niche rating and boast a student-teacher ratio of 10 to one.

For a great view of the Boston Skyline visit Wrights Tower in the Middlesex Fells Reservation.
For a great view of the Boston Skyline visit Wrights Tower in the Middlesex Fells Reservation.

One hundred miles of hiking trails

With nearby green spaces aplenty, Lawrence Estates is a prime spot for outdoorsy folks. One such place, Victory Park, features a playground with swings for the kids, tennis and basketball courts for the sports-minded and a path for a leisurely afternoon stroll. Serious hikers can enjoy the nearby Middlesex Fells Reservation, where they’ll find 100 miles of trails with interesting spots to stop along the way, including the rock formation known as Panther Cave and Wright’s Tower, which offers a picturesque view of Boston’s skyline. During the summer months, Wright’s Pond, located about 2 miles from Lawrence Estates, is staffed with lifeguards and open Medford residents for freshwater swimming or sunbathing on its small sand beach.

Local Italian-American pastry institution

For a much-deserved treat after the Fells, weary hikers can head to Modern Pastry Shop on nearby Salem Street, the Medford location of a family-owned Italian-American bakery serving cannoli, cookies, cakes, pies and more since 1930. Only slightly further afield is another Salem Street culinary experience: FiorItaly Trattoria, where Chef Gabriele Ascione crafts authentic southern Italian dishes inspired by his homeland. For those who want to make a pasta feast at home, ingredients are easy to come by at the Wegman’s in the nearby Meadow Glen shopping center, where additional stores, like Petco and Kohl’s, simplify weekly errand runs.

Front porch jam sessions

Lawrence Estates residents have the good fortune to be within minutes of all that Medford has to offer, including the city’s weekly Farmer’s Market, which runs from June to October and features local produce, meat, flowers, baked goods, and more. Other Medford events include Porchfest, a lively summertime festival where folks offer up their front porches to local musicians for some free city-wide live entertainment, and an annual Pumpkin Smash in the fall, where residents, according to the city’s website, can enjoy “some family-friendly destruction” of their leftover Halloween jack-o-lantern.

Easy Boston commute

With easy access to Interstate 93, commuters can make the 6.5-mile journey into downtown Boston in about 10 minutes, depending, of course, on traffic. Those who prefer public transportation can hop on a Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority bus at one of the stops along Winthrop Street or catch a train at the West Medford station to be in town in about 20 minutes. Whether commuting to Boston, hiking the Fells or shopping for groceries, residents look forward to returning home to Lawrence Estates.

Lawrence Estates residents can utilize the MBTA bus transportation system.
Lawrence Estates residents can utilize the MBTA bus transportation system.
An aerial overview of the Lawrence Estates neighborhood of Medford, MA.
An aerial overview of the Lawrence Estates neighborhood of Medford, MA.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Edward Lawrence Logan International

15 min drive

Bus

Winthrop St & Woodside Rd

Bus

Winthrop St & Lawrence Rd

Bus

High St & Rural Ave - Winthrop Circle

Bus

Fellsway W & S Border Rd

Lawrence Estates Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$939,500
Median Sale Price
$975,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$980,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$749,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$715,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
37
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$494

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,354
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1930
Months of Supply
2.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,903
On par with the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,517
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
884
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
634
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Sep 21
    12:30 - 2pm

    40 Woodland Ave, Medford, MA 02155

    $1,195,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,789 Sq Ft
    • 40 Woodland Ave
    • New 1 day ago

    Desirable Lawrence Estates SF on a large corner lot with a 2-car garage and saltwater pool. The home features a gracious formal dining room and a versatile first-floor space that is staged with a bed. The kitchen is a true hub, ready to accommodate multiple cooks with space to keep your eyes on little ones, while the expansive deck, sparkling saltwater pool, and patio invite seamless

    Robin Miller RE/MAX Real Estate Center

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  • Saturday, Sep 20
    10am - 12pm

    153 Ashcroft Rd, Medford, MA 02155

    $965,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,716 Sq Ft
    • 153 Ashcroft Rd
    • New 3 days ago

    PREPARE TO FALL IN LOVE – located in the highly desired LAWRENCE ESTATES neighborhood of Medford, this classic Colonial home checks ALL THE BOXES! Relocating executive seller & spouse have meticulously maintained this home, loaded with updates & charm throughout. Enter through the homes Foyer, and into the living room, complete with cozy fireplace and built-in shelves. A RENOVATED gourmet

    The Tabassi Team RE/MAX Partners Relocation

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  • Saturday, Sep 20
    10:30am - 12pm

    203 Ashcroft Rd, Medford, MA 02155

    $680,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,852 Sq Ft
    • 203 Ashcroft Rd
    • New 7 days ago

    This charming 1945 Cape-style home located in the highly desired LAWRENCE ESTATES neighborhood of Medford is a fantastic opportunity. On a 0.14-acre lot, it offers 1,276 sq ft of living space, and 576sqft partially finished basement that the town is noting as a 3rd bedroom, a wonderful sun room, and lastley a one-car garage. This home's location is a commuter's dream, with easy access to Route 93

    Bart Foster Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
4,134
Median Age
47
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.5%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$144,601
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$173,803

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.3%
College Graduates
55.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.4%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
12''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

26 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

2 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

24 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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Lawrence Estates
Jamie Thompson
Thompson Realty
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