Rare opporutnity to own in sought after Fay Estate.This cherished ranch-style home, loved by the same family for decades, is ready to begin its next chapter. Experience the best of one-level living with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths & more! At the heart of the home is a spacious eat-in kitchen that opens to a large living room with fireplace & flexible layout options. You’ll find 3 comfortable bedrooms with great closets, including a primary with 1/2 bath and the rear bedroom with sliders leading to a large, elevated deck overlooking the private, wooded backyard. The unfinished walk-out basement is a blank slate with wide-open space and walk out sliders to the yard, offering tremendous potential to nearly double your living area. Create long term value in the desirable Fay Estate neighborhood with quick access to Swampscott Commuter Rail, Salem, Boston, Logan Airport, beaches, parks & local amenities. This gem is ready to welcome it's next proud owner—don’t miss your chance to make it yours
Sold for $550,000
$550,000
38 Fays Ave, Lynn, MA 01904
3beds
1,152sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
5,602 Square Feet Lot
$549,900 Zestimate®
$477/sqft
$3,272 Estimated rent
Home value
$549,900
$511,000 - $594,000
$3,272/mo
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Ranch-style homeLarge elevated deckOne-level livingPrivate wooded backyardSpacious eat-in kitchenFlexible layout options
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Listed by:
Eileen Jonah 781-718-7665,
Century 21 North East 781-231-2236
Bought with:
Cheryl McCormick
McLaw, P.C.
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73532937
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 16 x 9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Balcony - Exterior, Deck - Exterior, Slider
- Level: First
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
- Area: 45
- Dimensions: 9 x 5
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
- Area: 20
- Dimensions: 4 x 5
Dining room
- Area: 98
- Dimensions: 14 x 7
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
- Area: 98
- Dimensions: 14 x 7
Living room
- Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: First
- Area: 216
- Dimensions: 18 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Doors: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,152
- Total interior livable area: 1,152 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,152
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Rain Gutters
- Waterfront features: Ocean, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 5,602 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:099 B:154 L:018,1990050
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Private School, Public School, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Fay Estate
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lynn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $477/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $480,200
- Annual tax amount: $4,975
- Date on market: 7/10/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2026 | Sold | $550,000+10%$477/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73532937 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2026 | Pending sale | $499,900$434/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73532937 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2026 | Contingent | $499,900$434/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73532937 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,900$434/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73532937 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,706 | $446,900 |
| 2024 | $4,706 +3.1% | $446,900 +9.1% |
| 2023 | $4,566 | $409,500 |
| 2022 | $4,566 +11.4% | $409,500 +30.2% |
| 2021 | $4,098 -2.1% | $314,500 +0.7% |
| 2020 | $4,186 0% | $312,400 +6.7% |
| 2019 | $4,188 +2.1% | $292,900 +8.2% |
| 2018 | $4,100 +2% | $270,600 +5% |
| 2017 | $4,019 +8.3% | $257,600 +12.3% |
| 2016 | $3,710 +3.5% | $229,300 +7.1% |
| 2015 | $3,585 +2.9% | $214,000 +5.2% |
| 2014 | $3,484 +1.3% | $203,400 +0.1% |
| 2013 | $3,440 +0.4% | $203,200 -3.5% |
| 2012 | $3,427 -1.2% | $210,500 -1.5% |
| 2011 | $3,468 +5.3% | $213,800 +0.8% |
| 2010 | $3,294 +1.7% | $212,100 -16.6% |
| 2009 | $3,239 +8.4% | $254,200 -6.5% |
| 2008 | $2,987 +10.9% | $272,000 +5.1% |
| 2007 | $2,693 +5.7% | $258,900 +1.1% |
| 2006 | $2,547 +4.1% | $256,200 +6.6% |
| 2005 | $2,447 -2.1% | $240,400 +10% |
| 2004 | $2,499 +1% | $218,600 +16.7% |
| 2003 | $2,474 +3.9% | $187,300 +29.5% |
| 2001 | $2,380 +17.6% | $144,600 +26.7% |
| 1999 | $2,023 +7.1% | $114,100 +1.2% |
| 1995 | $1,889 | $112,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01904
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10AbornGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Pickering Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 1/10Fecteau-Leary Junior/Senior High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sisson
- Middle: Pickering
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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- Massachusetts
- Essex County
- Lynn
- 01904
- 38 Fays Ave
