Rare opportunity to own a well-cared-for two-family home, proudly held by the same family for decades. Offering over 2,400 square feet of living space, this property features spacious layouts in both units, hardwood floors throughout, and great natural flow. The second unit offers a bonus room that could become a third bedroom or home office, an enclosed porch, and a walk-up partially finished third level, creating potential for a bi-level unit with added space and value. Additional highlights include separate entrances, a full basement with ample storage, a two-car garage, and plenty of off-street parking. Ideal for owner-occupants, investors, or multi-generational living, this property offers flexibility to fit a variety of needs. Conveniently located with easy access to major highways, public transportation, shopping, and dining, and just minutes to Boston, the MBTA, and local beaches. A prime chance to own a versatile multi-family in a highly accessible and growing Lynn market.
Sold for $883,000
$883,000
78 Western Ave, Lynn, MA 01904
4beds
2,432sqft
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Built in 1920
-- sqft lot
$882,700 Zestimate®
$363/sqft
$4,652 Estimated rent
Home value
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$812,000 - $953,000
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Separate entrancesEnclosed porchTwo-car garageBonus roomGreat natural flowHardwood floors throughoutPlenty of off-street parking
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Listed by:
Reserve Team 781-342-0052,
Reference Real Estate 781-342-0052,
Eric Bourgea 781-864-7474
Bought with:
Anderson De Andrade
Invest Realty Group
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73502565
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Microwave
Features
- Pantry, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Walk-Up Attic, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Sunroom, Office/Den
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,432
- Total interior livable area: 2,432 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,432
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony/Deck, Professional Landscaping
Lot
- Size: 5,110 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: M:098 B:440 L:006,1997935
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Location
- Region: Lynn
HOA & financial
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026 | Sold | $883,000+3.9%$363/sqft |
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| 5/21/2026 | Pending sale | $850,000$350/sqft |
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| 4/23/2026 | Contingent | $850,000$350/sqft |
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| 4/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $850,000$350/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,013 +5.7% | $869,957 +7.5% |
| 2024 | $8,525 +0.5% | $809,600 +6.4% |
| 2023 | $8,485 | $761,000 |
| 2022 | $8,485 +7.2% | $761,000 +25.3% |
| 2021 | $7,913 +8% | $607,300 +11% |
| 2020 | $7,330 +3.5% | $547,000 +10.5% |
| 2019 | $7,079 +8.2% | $495,000 +14.6% |
| 2018 | $6,543 +3.6% | $431,900 +6.7% |
| 2017 | $6,313 +9.3% | $404,700 +13.4% |
| 2016 | $5,775 +8.4% | $356,900 +12.2% |
| 2015 | $5,327 +9.7% | $318,000 +12.1% |
| 2014 | $4,858 +7.1% | $283,600 +5.9% |
| 2013 | $4,536 +4.2% | $267,900 +0.2% |
| 2012 | $4,353 +9.5% | $267,400 +9.1% |
| 2011 | $3,976 +11.3% | $245,100 +6.6% |
| 2010 | $3,572 -5% | $230,000 -22.1% |
| 2009 | $3,761 -16.9% | $295,200 -28.4% |
| 2008 | $4,526 +6.4% | $412,200 +0.8% |
| 2007 | $4,254 +6.4% | $409,000 +1.7% |
| 2006 | $3,998 +2.4% | $402,200 +4.9% |
| 2005 | $3,903 -2.4% | $383,400 +9.6% |
| 2004 | $3,997 +10% | $349,700 +27.1% |
| 2003 | $3,634 +35.3% | $275,100 +68.7% |
| 2001 | $2,685 +23.4% | $163,100 +32.9% |
| 1999 | $2,175 -2.1% | $122,700 -7.5% |
| 1995 | $2,222 | $132,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01904
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10HoodGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Thurgood Marshall Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 1/10Lynn English High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hood
- Middle: Pickering
- High: Lynn English
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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