Why Live in Lynn Woods
Lynn Woods neighborhood, adjacent to the expansive 2,200-acre Lynn Woods Reservation, offers a blend of urban and rural amenities. The area features a mix of contemporary colonials, custom-built homes, Cape Cods, and ranch-style properties, often situated on larger lots with backyard pools and garages. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, with a crime score lower than the national average. Lynn Woods Elementary School, centrally located within the neighborhood, is a sought-after public school. The reservation itself is a hub for things to do, with 30 miles of trails for hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing, as well as bodies of water like Walden Pond and Birch Pond for rowing and kayaking. Dungeon Rock, a cave rumored to hold pirate treasure, adds a touch of local lore. Residents can enjoy the nearby Gannon Municipal Golf Course, and the neighborhood is less than 2 miles from the oceanfront. Dining options include Superior Roast Beef-Pizza-Seafood and Four Winds Pub & Grill, with more choices in Downtown Lynn, just 2 miles away. The area is well-connected, with Interstate 95 and U.S. Route 1 providing access to Boston, 12 miles away, and a commuter rail in Downtown Lynn. Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center offers primary care services within the neighborhood.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lynn Woods a good place to live?
Lynn Woods is a good place to live. Lynn Woods is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Lynn Woods is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Lynn Woods has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.4 people per acre and a median age of 45. The average household income is $141,722 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 36.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Lynn Woods are home owners, with 5% of residents renting and 95% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Lynn Woods can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Lynn Woods neighborhood guide.
Is Lynn Woods, MA a safe neighborhood?
Lynn Woods, MA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Lynn Woods?
The median home price in Lynn Woods is $464,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $93,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,410 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $103K a year to afford the median home price in Lynn Woods. The average household income in Lynn Woods is $142K.
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Home Trends in Lynn Woods, MA
On average, homes in Lynn Woods, Lynn sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Lynn Woods, Lynn over the last 12 months is $460,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$460,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$475,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$3,450,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$164,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$315,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$310
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
41
Median List Price
$464,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%