This charming Cape style home centrally located in Lynnfield is waiting for you! Nestled on a spacious corner flat lot with brand new paver patio, the property boasts hardwood flooring throughout, a cozy sunroom with built-ins, a large dining area, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and a 1-car garage. The updated kitchen (2016) with quartz counters is perfect for cooking, while the pellet insert fireplace in the living room offers a warm, inviting space. The large basement has been professionally waterproofed and is ready to be finished for extra living space. Enjoy peace of mind with gas heating system (Weil-Mclain), newer windows, and a new roof (2023) and fall in love with the original charm of glass door knobs, built ins, high ceilings and beautiful wood moldings. Centrally located in town, this gem has it all—just unpack and settle in!
Sold for $961,000
$961,000
159 Forest Hill Ave, Lynnfield, MA 01940
3beds
1,708sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1928
0.34 Acres Lot
$985,500 Zestimate®
$563/sqft
$4,339 Estimated rent
Home value
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$897,000 - $1.08M
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Pellet insert fireplaceBrand new paver patioCozy sunroom with built-insCorner flat lotLarge dining area
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Listed by:
Hixon + Bevilacqua Home Group 781-910-2427,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lynnfield 781-334-5700,
Christina Hixon 781-367-8584
Bought with:
Hixon + Bevilacqua Home Group
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lynnfield
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73332199
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 249.55
- Dimensions: 16.1 x 15.5
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 198.4
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 12.8
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 120.99
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 10.9
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 147.63
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 13.3
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 151.1
- Dimensions: 11.11 x 13.6
Living room
- Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 256.69
- Dimensions: 19.3 x 13.3
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Overhead, Sun Room, Entry Hall, Internet Available - Unknown
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Sump Pump,Radon Remediation System,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,708
- Total interior livable area: 1,708 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,708
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Features
- Patio & porch: Screened, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: M:0024 B:0000 L:2026,1981039
- Zoning: RA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lynnfield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $563/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $789,800
- Annual tax amount: $8,301
- Date on market: 1/6/2026
- Listing terms: Seller W/Participate
- Exclusions: Staging
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/7/2025 | Sold | $961,000+13.1%$563/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73332199 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2025 | Contingent | $849,900$498/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73332199 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $849,900+81.8%$498/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73332199 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2003 | Sold | $467,500+118.5%$274/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/1992 | Sold | $214,000+22.3%$125/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/1992 | Sold | $175,000$102/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,674 +4.5% | $821,400 +4% |
| 2024 | $8,301 -0.4% | $789,800 +7.1% |
| 2023 | $8,336 | $737,700 |
| 2022 | $8,336 +16.7% | $737,700 +37% |
| 2021 | $7,146 +6.5% | $538,500 +11.7% |
| 2020 | $6,711 +3.1% | $482,100 +3% |
| 2019 | $6,511 +1.1% | $468,100 |
| 2018 | $6,441 -0.1% | $468,100 |
| 2017 | $6,450 +1.9% | $468,100 +7.2% |
| 2016 | $6,332 +0.1% | $436,700 |
| 2015 | $6,328 +4.4% | $436,700 +6.4% |
| 2014 | $6,060 +5% | $410,300 +5.4% |
| 2013 | $5,769 -1.2% | $389,300 -4.9% |
| 2012 | $5,837 +3.5% | $409,300 -2.1% |
| 2011 | $5,640 +1.5% | $418,100 -3.4% |
| 2010 | $5,556 +5.8% | $432,700 -7.4% |
| 2009 | $5,252 +10.7% | $467,300 -1.2% |
| 2008 | $4,744 -0.4% | $473,000 -5.6% |
| 2007 | $4,765 +1.3% | $501,100 +6.1% |
| 2006 | $4,704 +3.8% | $472,300 +6.3% |
| 2005 | $4,532 +12.8% | $444,300 +34.4% |
| 2004 | $4,017 -1.5% | $330,600 +2.4% |
| 2003 | $4,079 -2% | $322,700 +6.5% |
| 2001 | $4,162 +48.1% | $302,900 +53.7% |
| 1998 | $2,810 | $197,030 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01940
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Summer Street SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Lynnfield Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Lynnfield High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sss
- Middle: Lms
- High: Lhs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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