FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelSecond
42 Thistle Street, Lynn MA 01905
Lynn, MA 01905
$749,900
$739,900
Est. $4,530/month
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20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.
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About this home
Welcome to 42 Thistle Street, a charming Colonial offering comfortable living, thoughtful updates & TONS of potential! Step through the front door into an inviting open concept dining area and gourmet kitchen featuring recessed lighting, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and a convenient half bath with laundry. The spacious front-to-back living room includes great natural light and a cozy fireplace with a slider leading to the outdoor deck. An outdoor space perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs, you’ll find a generous primary suite complete with an updated full bathroom, along with two additional bedrooms and a second full bathroom. The unfinished basement offers excellent potential for future finished living space, whether you’re looking for a home office, recreation room, or additional storage. Large driveway provides parking for 4+ cars. TWO storage sheds. Ideally located near shopping & restaurants with major highway access and close proximity to walking path of Gannon Golf Course. This home combines comfort and convenience in a great Lynn location.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
1.3%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Sep 16, 2026
$739,900
$10,000
(-1.33%)
From $749,900 to $739,900 (-1.3%)
Listed for Sale
Aug 27, 2026
$749,900
Original listing
Agent: Katie Billingsley
Office: Century 21 North East
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/16/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $739,900 | $10,000 | - | From $749,900 to $739,900 (-1.3%) |
| 08/27/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $749,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $7,067 | $686,100 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,067
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$686,100
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1983
Living Area
1,825 sq ft
Lot Size
0.33 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Oil
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Partially Finished
Laundry
First Floor
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Features
Deck, Storage
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
5
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range, For Electric Oven
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,067
Assessed Value
$686,100
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
*there Is A Drainage Easement For The City On The Property Near Storage Sheds* *property Being Sold As Is*
Exclusions
Sellers Personal Property, Washer And Dryer Are Negotiable
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Gray
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Room measurements and floor plans provided by photographer.
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
37 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1983
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,825 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,825 sq ft above grade
FeaturesFlooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full
LevelSecond
FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, Slider
LevelSecond
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances
LevelFirst
FeaturesBathroom - Half
LevelFirst
FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
LevelFirst
FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Slider
LevelFirst
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck
Room Markers
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (3)
BABathroom (3)
DDining (1)
LLiving (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:
Appliances:
Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Partially Finished
Laundry:
First Floor
Security:
Security System
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1983
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Oil
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck, Storage
Patio & Porch:
Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
5
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access
Nearby Schools
School District
Lynn School District local
D
School Safety
2024-25
3.5%
Above Average
3.0%
Suspensions
0.3%
In-School
0.1%
Expulsions
0.4%
Emergency
2.0% below state avg
Elementary Schools
10 schools
TEAMS Academy at Virginia Barton Center
0.7 mi
27 students
Diverse
Grades PK-12
North Shore Christian School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
St. Pius V Elementary School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
Sacred Heart Elementary School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School
1.5 mi
|
#203 of 346
|
Score: 52.0
Improved 58 spots from last year
-6.2 below state avg
1,629 students
Moderate
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades K-12
C-
Lynn Vocational Technical Institute
1.8 mi
|
#292 of 346
|
Score: 41.8
Improved 42 spots from last year
-16.4 below state avg
1,566 students
Moderate
Early College Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades PK-12
The Hathaway School
2.2 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Sewell-Anderson School
0.7 mi
|
#571 of 825
|
Score: 42.3
Dropped 9 spots from last year
-15.9 below state avg
256 students
Diverse
Grades K-05
C+
Edward A Sisson School
0.7 mi
|
#574 of 825
|
Score: 42.1
Improved 144 spots from last year
-16.1 below state avg
414 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-05
B-
Lynn Woods School
0.9 mi
|
#472 of 825
|
Score: 45.4
Improved 41 spots from last year
-12.8 below state avg
172 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
2 schools
C+
Pickering Middle School
0.7 mi
|
#229 of 352
|
Score: 38.5
Improved 78 spots from last year
-19.7 below state avg
539 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades 06-08
C-
Thurgood Marshall Middle School
2.2 mi
|
#311 of 352
|
Score: 30.7
Improved 40 spots from last year
-27.5 below state avg
1,190 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades 06-08
High Schools
6 schools
City Arts & Sciences Academy at Fecteau-Leary
1.5 mi
259 students
Moderate
Grades 06-12
St. Mary's High School
1.7 mi
Grades 07-12
B+
Fredrick Douglass Collegiate Academy
2.1 mi
|
#11 of 25
|
Score: 34.7
Improved 331 spots from last year
-23.5 below state avg
364 students
Moderate
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 06-12
D
Lynn English High School
1.4 mi
|
#315 of 346
|
Score: 35.5
Improved 40 spots from last year
-22.7 below state avg
1,727 students
Moderate
18 sports
• 1,425 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
C-
Classical High School
1.4 mi
|
#304 of 346
|
Score: 37.5
Improved 49 spots from last year
-20.8 below state avg
1,513 students
Moderate
Early College Program
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
B-
Harold Durgin Success Academy
1.5 mi
|
#16 of 25
|
Score: 30.4
Improved 329 spots from last year
-27.8 below state avg
98 students
Moderate
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Strong Attendance
Grades 09-12
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42 Thistle Street, Lynn MA 01905
Lynn, MA 01905
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Katie Billingsley
Listing Office
Century 21 North East
Office Phone
781-730-3977
Agent MLS ID
CN229682
Office MLS ID
AN5111
Listing Data Updated
Oct 3, 2026 9:27 AM EDT
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