$824,999
OPEN SAT 12PM - 1PM $24K PRICE DROP

42 Basset St Lynn, MA 01902

Diamond District Neighborhood

Estimated payment $4,990/month

Total Views 17,325
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,817 Sq Ft
$293 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Waterfront
  • Custom Closet System
  • Property is near public transit
  • Open Floorplan
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

Historic Charm, Modern Comfort – Move-In Ready! This beautifully updated 5-bed, 2.5-bath historic home is just minutes from the beach, close to the commuter rail, and the Lynn Ferry for easy access to Boston! Features include a chef’s kitchen with oversize range, large peninsula opening to a large dining room and a cozy butler's pantry w/wet bar and beverage fridge. Recent improvements include refinished hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, new roof/siding (4yo), and natural gas conversion for peace of mind and ease of upkeep. 4 spacious bedrooms on the second floor, updated baths, walkup attic with 5th BR (perfect for an office or flex space!). Sunlit living areas year-round blend timeless character with today’s conveniences. Outdoor space is ready for urban gardening with herbs abound and blueberry/raspberry bushes producing annually! Don't miss out on this coastal gem with historic elegance and modern style! Agent is owner.

Listing Agent

Jessica Murphy

Clements Realty Group Listed on: 07/21/2025

Open House Schedule

  • Saturday, September 13, 2025
    12:00 to 1:00 pm
    9/13/2025 12:00:00 PM +00:00
    9/13/2025 1:00:00 PM +00:00
    You don't want to miss this one! Price reduction, move in ready, tons of space, close to beach and commuter routes!
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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,125

Year Built

  • Built in 1928

Lot Details

  • 5,016 Sq Ft Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Shared Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Blown-In Insulation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,817 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wet Bar
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Bay Window
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Wine Cooler
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal
  • Instant Hot Water

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Custom Closet System
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry
  • Laundry Chute

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Bulkhead

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Brickett Elementary School
  • Marshall Middle School
  • English High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 220 Volts
  • 110 Volts
  • Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2001303

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Diamond District Subdivision

Recreation

  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,125

Year Built

Built in 1928

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Subdivision Name: Diamond District
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: OpenHouse

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Sun Room, Walk-up Attic, Laundry Chute, High Speed Internet
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Instant Hot Water
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 170
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 128
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Area: 112
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Room Bedroom5 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 234
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 238
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, Peninsula, Vestibule
  • Room Kitchen Area: 170
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Chute, Sink, In Basement
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Area: 336
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, French Doors, Vestibule, Window Seat
  • Basement: Full, Bulkhead
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2817
  • Living Area: 2817
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: C95263
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 292.86
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 292.86
  • Insulation: Blown In

Exterior Features

  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean, Walk to, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage YN: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s), None
  • Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Public School, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 2001303
  • Zoning: R1
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Size Area: 0.12
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5016
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 508

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7124.57
  • Tax Book Number: 33807

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: English
  • Elementary School: Brickett
  • Middle Or Junior School: Marshall

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $7,125 $687,700 $218,400 $469,300
2024 $6,894 $654,700 $231,500 $423,200
2023 $6,544 $586,900 $214,500 $372,400
2022 $6,227 $501,000 $170,700 $330,300
2021 $5,957 $457,200 $167,600 $289,600
2020 $5,726 $427,300 $150,100 $277,200
2019 $5,770 $403,500 $145,800 $257,700
2018 $5,465 $360,700 $136,100 $224,600
2017 $5,360 $343,600 $129,600 $214,000
2016 $5,310 $328,200 $126,900 $201,300
2015 $5,501 $328,400 $131,300 $197,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/27/2025 08/27/25 Price Changed $824,999 -2.8% $293 / Sq Ft
07/21/2025 07/21/25 For Sale $849,000 -- $301 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Not Resolvable $300,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $325,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $240,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $150,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $100,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $75,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73407561

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: LYNN-000093-000559-000095

Massachusetts Essex County Lynn 01902 Diamond District

42 Basset St, Lynn, MA

This home is located at 42 Basset St, Lynn, MA 01902 and is currently priced at $824,999, approximately $292 per square foot. This property was built in 1928. 42 Basset St is a home located in Essex County with nearby schools including Brickett Elementary School, William R. Fallon School, and Marshall Middle School.

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