FeaturesBathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Enclosed Shower - Plastic, Soaking Tub
LevelSecond
159 Olive Ave, Lawrence MA 01841
Lawrence, MA 01841 • North Lawrence - Tower Hill
$509,900
Est. $3,127/month
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About this home
They don't make lots like this anymore. At 10,000+ SF, notably large for the neighborhood, this 1920 classic gives you what most listings can't: real land, in a desirable neighborhood, just minutes from Route 93. Lovingly maintained, with roof, heating, and electrical all in good shape. Inside, hardwood gleams throughout, a pellet stove keeps the living room warm all winter, and a sun-drenched bonus room is the seat everyone will fight over. Upstairs you’ll find three well-sized bedrooms, each offering huge closets and sharing a full bathroom. The walk-out lower level adds a half-bath and opens straight onto a level, fully fenced private backyard, with raised garden beds. Rooftop solar panels help keep energy costs impressively low and out front you’ll find a covered front porch, paved driveway and on-street parking. Lots like this rarely come up here, see it before someone else does!
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Property History
Market Insights
Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
Jul 30, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Back On Market
Jul 29, 2026
Active
Pending Sale
Jul 29, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Status: Active under contract
Jul 28, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Listed for Sale
Jul 22, 2026
$509,900
Original listing
Office: Century 21 McLennan & Company
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/30/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 07/29/2026 | • Back On Market | - | - | - | Active |
| 07/29/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 07/28/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 07/22/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $509,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $4,181 | $483,900 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$4,181
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$483,900
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1920
Living Area
1,178 sq ft
Lot Size
0.23 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Hot Water, Steam, Oil, Pellet Stove
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Hardwood
Appliances
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry
None
Features
Sun Room, Finish - Sheetrock, Internet Available - Unknown
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Craftsman
Roof
Asphalt/composition Shingles, Solar Shingles
Features
Porch, Patio, Covered Patio/deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden, Lighting, Stone Wall
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch
Porch, Patio, Covered
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven
Financial
Annual Tax
$4,181
Assessed Value
$483,900
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
Sellers Have Never Occupied The Property, This Is An Estate Sale. May Be Subject To License To Sell. Solar Panels Are Leased Through Sunstrong And Buyer Will Have To Apply And Qualify With Sunstrong Or Pay Off The Balance To Transfer Ownership/lease. Monthly Payment Is Around $82/mo.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Estate Sale
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Blue
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
22 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,178 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,178 sq ft above grade
Dimensions10 x 11
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions11 x 12
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions11 x 12
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions11 x 15
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
LevelMain,First
Dimensions10 x 12
FeaturesFlooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Exterior Access, Gas Stove
LevelMain,First
Dimensions12 x 18
FeaturesWood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Wood
LevelMain,First
FeaturesBathroom - Half
LevelBasement
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Patio, Covered
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Tile, Hardwood
Appliances:
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Sun Room, Finish - Sheetrock, Internet Available - Unknown
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Craftsman
Year Built:
1920
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Asphalt/Composition Shingles, Solar Shingles
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Hot Water, Steam, Oil, Pellet Stove
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden, Lighting, Stone Wall
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Patio, Covered
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Cleared, Gentle Sloping, Level
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Nearby Schools
School District
Lawrence School District local
D
Where Graduates Go
Class of 2021
36%
attend college
14%
4-Year
23%
2-Year
3%
Out of State
2%
Working
School Safety
2024-25
2.2%
Average
2.2%
Suspensions
1.1%
In-School
3.3% below state avg
Elementary Schools
10 schools
C
Lawrence Family Development Charter School
0.9 mi
|
#254 of 352
|
Score: 36.0
Dropped 53 spots from last year
-22.3 below state avg
899 students
Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
C+
Emily G Wetherbee School
1.2 mi
|
#235 of 352
|
Score: 37.5
Improved 66 spots from last year
-20.7 below state avg
480 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-08
F
School for Exceptional Studies
1.4 mi
|
#343 of 346
|
Score: 17.7
Improved 40 spots from last year
-40.5 below state avg
118 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
CLASS, Inc.
1.4 mi
Grades K-12
Lawrence Catholic Academy
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
B+
Community Day Charter Public School
2.1 mi
|
#125 of 352
|
Score: 46.9
Dropped 12 spots from last year
-11.3 below state avg
1,200 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-08
Lawrence Family Public Academy
0.3 mi
202 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-K
D
Gerard A. Guilmette School
0.6 mi
|
#756 of 824
|
Score: 32.1
Improved 31 spots from last year
-26.1 below state avg
485 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 01-04
James F Hennessey School
0.6 mi
300 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-02
Lawrence Early Childhood Center
1.3 mi
205 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-K
Middle Schools
9 schools
D
Alexander B Bruce School
0.4 mi
|
#331 of 352
|
Score: 27.7
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-30.5 below state avg
462 students
Less Diverse
Grades 03-08
C-
Guilmette Middle School
0.6 mi
|
#294 of 352
|
Score: 31.8
Dropped 12 spots from last year
-26.4 below state avg
457 students
Less Diverse
Grades 05-08
Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.S.A. Academy
1.1 mi
Grades 05-08
D
Arlington Middle School
1.3 mi
|
#325 of 352
|
Score: 28.8
Improved 24 spots from last year
-29.4 below state avg
543 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 05-08
C-
Frost Middle School
1.5 mi
|
#297 of 352
|
Score: 31.7
Improved 28 spots from last year
-26.5 below state avg
508 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 05-08
F
Oliver Middle School
1.5 mi
|
#346 of 352
|
Score: 24.3
Dropped 28 spots from last year
-33.9 below state avg
348 students
Less Diverse
Grades 05-08
Esperanza Academy
1.6 mi
Grades 05-06
B+
Spark Academy
2.1 mi
|
#6 of 16
|
Score: 35.8
Improved 270 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
443 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 05-08
C-
Parthum Middle School
2.6 mi
|
#285 of 352
|
Score: 32.8
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
585 students
Less Diverse
Grades 05-08
High Schools
5 schools
B-
RISE Academy
1.9 mi
|
#223 of 346
|
Score: 66.7
Same rank as last year
74 students
Less Diverse
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
Central Catholic High School
1.2 mi
21 sports
• 2,718 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
B
High School Learning Center
1.4 mi
|
#172 of 346
|
Score: 71.1
Same rank as last year
198 students
Less Diverse
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
B
Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School, Lawrence
1.8 mi
|
#182 of 346
|
Score: 69.9
Same rank as last year
140 students
Moderate
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
C
Lawrence High School
2.1 mi
|
#270 of 346
|
Score: 44.4
Improved 37 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
3,453 students
Less Diverse
13 sports
• 1,440 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
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North Lawrence - Tower Hill
159 Olive Ave, Lawrence MA 01841
Lawrence, MA 01841
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Nick Fisette
Listing Office
Century 21 McLennan & Company
Office Phone
978-683-8008
Agent MLS ID
CN260627
Office MLS ID
G46000
Listing Data Updated
Aug 13, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
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