285 Lynn Shore Dr # 202, Lynn MA 01902

Lynn, MA 01902 • Diamond District
$125,000
2
Beds
1
Baths
764
Sq Ft
$164
Price/Sq Ft
0.27
Acres
1893
Year Built
0
Days on Market
Sold 2015 Listed Jan 7, 2015 • MLS# 71781541 Copied! • Updated Feb 19, 2015

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $129,900
Final Sale Price: $125,000
Difference: $4,900 (-3.8%)
Performance Metrics
96.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $170
Sale $/sq ft: $164
This property sold for $164 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.8% below the original asking price.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 21 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$164/sq ft
Area Median
$247/sq ft
Difference
33.7%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

The most RARE, rare as "hens teeth", this magnificent 2 bedroom condo is located just a "hairs breath" away from heaven. The Breakers, which was built during the Victorian Era, features a very prestigious location and address. This Brownstone, with is direct ocean views from every room, presents impressive architecture, interior brass railings, European rose-colored marble staircase, along w/ exterior pedimentary structures of "the time". This unit, located in the heart of this beautiful Brownstone, features fully remodeled kitchen & bath, gleaming oak hdwd. floors, plus granite counter tops in both kitchen and bath. Kitchen features a stainless steel floating island, marble floors, huge 3X5X8.5 walk-in pantry, stained cabinetry w/ newer appliances. Included in the amenities are smoothly plastered walls and ceilings--no popcorn here, encapsulated FIOS, newer deep tub, big box seating bay windows in both bedrooms, plus ceiling fans in all rooms. HEAT & HOT WATER INCLUDED IN CONDO FEE.

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

98.8%
Price Range
12
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73599477
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Nov 5, 2026
$2,100
MLS #73599477 - Active
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Sold
Feb 18, 2015
$125,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 12
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Listed for Sale
Jan 7, 2015
$129,900
Original listing
Agent: Marianne D. James Office: Marianne James Real Estate
Previous Transaction - MLS #70537670
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Aug 2, 2007
$170,000
MLS #70537670
Previous Transaction - MLS #70200661
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Nov 30, 2005
$165,000
MLS #70200661

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2014 $1,927 $112,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$1,927
Tax Year 2014
HOA Fee
$503
Monthly
Assessed Value
$112,500

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1893
Living Area 764 sq ft
Lot Size 0.27 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Steam, Oil, Natural Gas, Individual
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Tile, Marble, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Common Area, In Building
Features Entrance Foyer

Exterior

Construction Frame, Brick, Stone, Block
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Decorative Lighting, City View(s), Garden, Professional Landscaping, Stone Wall
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features On Street
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven
Annual Tax $1,927
Assessed Value $112,500

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $503 Monthly
Fee Includes Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities Hot Water, Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes None
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Seller Disclosures ***special Financing With At Least 5% Down & Your Good Credit, You Can Call This Victorian Brick Beauty Home. Embrace & Savor The Spectacular Ocean Views With Its Brilliantly Colored Sunrises & Sunsets, A True Vision To Behold. Double Wide Closet In Liv. Rm. For Potential 3 Bdrm Guest, Bike/kayak.
Exclusions Fha & Va. Complex Name A.K.A. Oceanside Condominiums. View The Silver-Rich Sands Of Kings Beach!
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type ["High-Rise","Brownstone"]
Unit/Building 202
Sq Ft Source Field Card
Sq Ft Disclosures Grand open concept w/ocean views from every room. Much of the Victorian character in tact.
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Association Financial Statements, Certificate Of Insurance (5)
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 12 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1893
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
764 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
2
Main Level Bedrooms
2

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Marble, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Security: Intercom, TV Monitor, Security System

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1893
Effective Year (Renovated): 1987
Structure Type: High-Rise, Brownstone
Exterior Materials: Frame, Brick, Stone, Block
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Steam, Oil, Natural Gas, Individual
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Decorative Lighting, City View(s), Garden, Professional Landscaping, Stone Wall
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Type: Waterfront, Navigable Water, Ocean, Sound, Bay, Harbor, Frontage, Walk to, Access, Deep Water Access, Direct Access, Marina, Public, Beach Access, Bay, Harbor, Ocean, Direct Access, Frontage, Sound, Walk to, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
View: Yes
View Type: City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
B-
KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School
1.0 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
1.1 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
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
St. Pius V Elementary School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Sacred Heart Elementary School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-08
North Shore Christian School
2.2 mi
Grades PK-08
TEAMS Academy at Virginia Barton Center
2.9 mi
27 students Diverse
Grades PK-12
C-
Brickett Elementary School
0.4 mi | #667 of 825 | Score: 37.5
Improved 122 spots from last year
-20.7 below state avg
330 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades K-05
C-
E. J. Harrington Elementary School
0.4 mi | #721 of 825 | Score: 34.3
Improved 72 spots from last year
-23.9 below state avg
685 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-05
C-
Ingalls School
0.8 mi | #672 of 825 | Score: 37.2
Improved 126 spots from last year
-21 below state avg
620 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
C-
Thurgood Marshall Middle School
0.7 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
C+
Pickering Middle School
2.2 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
H

High Schools

6 schools
B+
Fredrick Douglass Collegiate Academy
0.5 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
St. Mary's High School
0.9 mi
Grades 07-12
City Arts & Sciences Academy at Fecteau-Leary
1.1 mi
259 students Moderate
Grades 06-12
B-
Harold Durgin Success Academy
1.1 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
D
Lynn English High School
1.3 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
2.7 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
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Diamond District

285 Lynn Shore Dr # 202, Lynn MA 01902

Lynn, MA 01902

Listing Information

Listing Agent Marianne D. James
Listing Office Marianne James Real Estate
Office Phone 781-289-0286
Agent MLS ID C9500346
Office MLS ID C95052
Listing Data Updated Feb 19, 2015 2:05 PM EST
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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