26 Lawrence Ave, Boston MA 02121
Boston, MA 02121 • Roxbury - Grove Hall section of Roxbury
$700,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$759,900
Final Sale Price:
$700,000
Difference:
$59,900 (-7.9%)
Performance Metrics
92.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
12
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$120
Sale $/sq ft:
$110
This property sold for $110 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 7.9% below the original asking price.
With only 12 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 3 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$110/sq ft
Area Median
$255/sq ft
Difference
56.9%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
DEVELOPMENT/REHAB OPPORTUNITY. This gorgeous, large 1920's property in the Grove Hall section of Roxbury. Over 6,320SF of living space, incl. Living room, Dining Room, older kitchen, sunroom, 7 bedrooms - some with bedroom suites, 2.5 baths in the main house. A separate entrance leads to several offices, conference rooms, and a 1/2 bath. Stunning period detail throughout, with amazing original craftsmanship including inlaid Hardwood flooring, decorative woodwork, fireplaces, and stained glass windows. There is parking for 5-6 cars, including a detached one car garage. This is a great opportunity, though updating is needed. Newer oil heating system. Walkability score of 98/Bikeability score of 79 - close to bus line, shops and restaurants in Grove Hall. This is a great space with amazing potential.
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Price & Status History
Market Insights
30%
Price Range
120
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73592393
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Oct 19, 2026
$1,000,000
MLS #73592393 - Active
Current Active Listing - MLS #73592381
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Oct 19, 2026
$1,000,000
MLS #73592381 - Active
Sold
Jan 14, 2019
$700,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 120
Listed for Sale
Sep 26, 2018
$759,900
Original listing
Agent: Michael Foley
Office: Conway - S. Boston
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/19/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $1,000,000 | - | - | MLS #73592393 - Active |
| 10/19/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $1,000,000 | - | - | MLS #73592381 - Active |
| 01/14/2019 | ✓ Sold | $700,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 09/26/2018 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $759,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $0 | $594,500 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$0
Tax Year 2017
Assessed Value
$594,500
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1920
Living Area
6,344 sq ft
Lot Size
0.20 acres
Bedrooms
7
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
2
Total Rooms
17
Interior
Heating
Central, Steam
Cooling
None
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
2
Basement
Full, Walk-out Access
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Victorian
Roof
Shingle
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Off Street
Total Spaces
5
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
0.00
Assessed Value
$594,500
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
120 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
7
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
6,344 sq ft
Total Rooms
17
Floor Layout
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Tile
Appliances:
Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Walk-Out Access
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Victorian
Year Built:
1920
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Utilities & Systems
Heating:
Central, Steam
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Total Parking Spaces:
5
Parking Features:
Detached, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Laundromat, House of Worship, Public School
Nearby Schools
School District
Boston School District local
C-
Where Graduates Go
Class of 2021
52%
attend college
38%
4-Year
14%
2-Year
7%
Out of State
7%
Working
School Safety
2024-25
3.7%
Above Average
3.2%
Suspensions
0.3%
In-School
0.5%
Emergency
1.8% below state avg
Elementary Schools
10 schools
F
King Elementary School
0.2 mi
|
#824 of 825
|
Score: 21.4
Dropped 4 spots from last year
-36.8 below state avg
454 students
Diverse
Grades PK-06
C-
Winthrop Elementary School
0.3 mi
|
#670 of 825
|
Score: 37.4
Dropped 176 spots from last year
-20.8 below state avg
256 students
Diverse
Grades PK-06
C+
Bridge Boston Charter School
0.4 mi
|
#238 of 352
|
Score: 37.3
Dropped 77 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
347 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
C+
Conservatory Lab Charter School
0.5 mi
|
#246 of 352
|
Score: 36.7
Improved 11 spots from last year
-21.5 below state avg
467 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
D
Trotter Elementary School
0.5 mi
|
#788 of 825
|
Score: 29.5
Same rank as last year
-28.7 below state avg
360 students
Diverse
Grades PK-06
C-
UP Academy Holland School
0.5 mi
|
#731 of 825
|
Score: 33.6
Improved 88 spots from last year
-24.6 below state avg
628 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
Compass School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-12
F
Ellis Elementary School
0.8 mi
|
#818 of 825
|
Score: 24.8
Dropped 58 spots from last year
-33.4 below state avg
418 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
C-
Everett Elementary School
1.0 mi
|
#733 of 825
|
Score: 33.5
Dropped 58 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
283 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Mather Elementary School
1.0 mi
|
#752 of 825
|
Score: 32.3
Dropped 255 spots from last year
-25.9 below state avg
479 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
0.3 mi
|
#4 of 16
|
Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
0.4 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
0.5 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
0.7 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
1.3 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
1.5 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
2.0 mi
C
Ohrenberger School
5.1 mi
|
#266 of 352
|
Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Frederick Pilot Middle
0.3 mi
Timilty Middle
1.4 mi
High Schools
10 schools
A+
Boston Latin Academy
0.4 mi
|
#2 of 25
|
Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
0.9 mi
|
#13 of 25
|
Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students
Moderate
10 sports
• 242 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
1.3 mi
Grades 06-09
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.4 mi
|
#90 of 346
|
Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
D
English High School
1.6 mi
|
#328 of 346
|
Score: 28.9
Improved 30 spots from last year
-29.3 below state avg
653 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 332 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
1.8 mi
|
#20 of 25
|
Score: 29.1
Improved 345 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
584 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 128 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
1.9 mi
|
#14 of 25
|
Score: 31.6
Improved 349 spots from last year
-26.7 below state avg
480 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
B+
TechBoston Academy
1.9 mi
|
#10 of 25
|
Score: 34.9
Improved 350 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
869 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
2.0 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
2.1 mi
|
#20 of 346
|
Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 students
Very Diverse
18 sports
• 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
Roxbury - Grove Hall section of Roxbury
26 Lawrence Ave, Boston MA 02121
Boston, MA 02121
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Michael Foley
Listing Office
Conway - S. Boston
Office Phone
617-269-8310
Agent MLS ID
BB903654
Office MLS ID
AN3830
Listing Data Updated
Jan 15, 2019 10:10 AM 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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