53 Weare, Lawrence MA 01843
Lawrence, MA 01843 • South Lawrence
$949,700
$839,700
Est. $5,006/month
About this home
Exceptional Mt. Vernon/Andover line 2 family home with a possible opportunity for an additional house lot! This property has been lovingly cared for by the same owners for over 60 years! The first floor owner unit features a flexible floor plan, hardwood floors, large country kitchen, pantry, formal dining room, California Closet and the feel of a single family. The second floor features plenty of storage, flexible floor plan, food pantry, 2 large bedrooms and an oversized kitchen. 2 car detached garage. Level lot and nicely landscaped. Separate utilities with newer gas heating systems 2018. Hot water tanks 2018. Easy access to interstates for an easy commute to the City of Boston or the local coastline. Sprawling landscaped grounds for outdoor enjoyment. Perfect for the owner occupied or savvy investor. Easy to show and ready to go!
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Price Changes
11.6%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Showing Instructions Updated
Jul 28, 2026
New showing requirements
Price Reduced
Jul 27, 2026
$839,700
$110,000
(-11.58%)
From $949,700 to $839,700 (-11.6%)
Back On Market
Jul 21, 2026
Active
Status: Active under contract
Jul 18, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Listed for Sale
Jul 10, 2026
$949,700
Original listing
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/28/2026 | 👁️ Showing Instructions Updated | - | - | - | New showing requirements |
| 07/27/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $839,700 | $110,000 | - | From $949,700 to $839,700 (-11.6%) |
| 07/21/2026 | • Back On Market | - | - | - | Active |
| 07/18/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 07/10/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $949,700 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $6,718 | $777,500 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,718
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$777,500
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Year Built
1900
Living Area
2,179 sq ft
Lot Size
0.32 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
9
Investment Metrics
Units
2
Unit 1 Rent
— · N
Unit 2 Rent
— · N
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
Wall Unit(s), None
Flooring
Wood, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances
Range
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
Pantry, Bathroom With Tub, Country Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Storage, Walk-in Closet(s), Dining Room, Kitchen, Office/den, Living Room
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
Professional Landscaping
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced
Patio/Porch
Porch
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
10
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,718
Assessed Value
$777,500
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Listing Agent Shares A Financial Interest In The Property. Do Not Walk The Property.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Green
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
21 days
Property Overview
Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,179 sq ft
Total Rooms
9
Stories
2
Levels
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,179 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch
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, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range
Interior Features:
Pantry, Bathroom With Tub, Country Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Dining Room, Kitchen, Office/Den, Living Room
Windows:
Picture Window, Insulated Windows
Basement:
Full, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry:
Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1900
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Stories:
2
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Wall Unit(s), None
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Natural Gas
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch:
Porch
Fencing:
Fenced
Other Structures:
Shed(s)
Lot Features:
Cleared
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
10
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
3 schools
C
Robert Frost School
0.6 mi
|
#602 of 824
|
Score: 40.8
Improved 56 spots from last year
-17.4 below state avg
568 students
Less Diverse
Grades K-04
C
South Lawrence East Elementary School
1.0 mi
|
#627 of 824
|
Score: 39.4
Improved 85 spots from last year
-18.8 below state avg
666 students
Less Diverse
Grades 01-05
C+
Emily G Wetherbee School
1.0 mi
|
#235 of 352
|
Score: 37.5
Improved 1 spots from last year
-20.7 below state avg
480 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-08
Middle Schools
3 schools
C-
Frost Middle School
0.6 mi
|
#297 of 352
|
Score: 31.7
Improved 21 spots from last year
-26.5 below state avg
508 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 05-08
B+
Spark Academy
1.0 mi
|
#6 of 16
|
Score: 35.8
Improved 245 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
443 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 05-08
C-
Guilmette Middle School
1.6 mi
|
#294 of 352
|
Score: 31.8
Improved 4 spots from last year
-26.4 below state avg
457 students
Less Diverse
Grades 05-08
High Schools
3 schools
C
Lawrence High School
0.7 mi
|
#270 of 346
|
Score: 44.4
Improved 39 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
B
High School Learning Center
1.2 mi
|
#172 of 346
|
Score: 71.1
Dropped 128 spots from 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
Dropped 160 spots from last year
140 students
Moderate
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
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South Lawrence
53 Weare, Lawrence MA 01843
Lawrence, MA 01843
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Steven Thornhill
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
978-255-3569
Agent MLS ID
G0002547
Office MLS ID
AN7944
Listing Data Updated
Jul 31, 2026 9:49 AM EDT
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