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Pine Hill

Pine Hill

Neighborhood in Lynn, Massachusetts

Essex County 01904, 01905

$617,469 Average Value
$391 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

Close-knit community for over 100 years

Tucked in a northwestern corner of suburban Lynn, Massachusetts, is Pine Hill, a small, charming neighborhood with a big, long-standing community spirit. "Everybody knows everybody and looks out for each other in Pine Hill," says Maura Cronin, a 15-year Pine Hill resident and vice president of the Pine Hill Neighborhood Civic Association, which has been fostering the friendly neighborhood vibe since 1915. "It's the kind of place where neighbors shovel each other's driveways and kids are safe to play and ride bikes around the neighborhood because there are trustworthy and caring eyes on them at all times." Cronin adds that her fellow neighbors are as welcoming as they are supportive. "It's a group of people that have really pulled in the same direction to keep that feeling of connection and inclusivity."

Charming vintage homes for putting down roots

Homes in Pine Hill include single-family colonials, shingle and ranch-style homes, and larger multi-unit properties situated on modest lots and sidewalk-lined streets. Many homes date back to the late 19th and early 20th century, producing a sense of living history throughout the neighborhood. "You're starting to see a lot of people adding to the smaller, older homes because once people move here, they don't want to leave," Cronin says. "That's what we did. We didn't want to move from Pine Hill, so we added a second story to our home and turned it from a one-level ranch to a two-level colonial." Cronin's family aren't the only neighborhood residents who choose to plant deep roots in Pine Hill. "It can be hard to get in this neighborhood," Cronin says. "There's not a lot of turnover. Some people have been here for 30, 40, 50 years." Pine Hill home sizes range from around 900 to 3,400 square feet, and prices span from $390,000 for a two-bed single family needing some TLC to $920,000 for a triplex with a renovated owner's unit.

Pine Hill has multifamily homes in many areas of the neighborhood.
Pine Hill has multifamily homes in many areas of the neighborhood.
Traditional New England home styles are prevalent throughout Pine Hill.
Traditional New England home styles are prevalent throughout Pine Hill.
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Well-regarded neighborhood elementary school

Students in the Pine Hill neighborhood attend Lynn Public Schools, including Sewell Anderson Elementary, rated a C by Niche, and Breed Middle, also given a C rating. Older students head to Classical High School, which earns a B-minus. "Sewell Anderson Elementary is a draw to Pine Hill for people with children," Cronin says. "It's one of the top elementary schools in Lynn."

Breed Middle School has a student to teacher ratio of 14 to 1.
Breed Middle School has a student to teacher ratio of 14 to 1.
Lynn Classical High School is nestled in the heart of Lower O'Callahan Way, Lynn, MA.
Lynn Classical High School is nestled in the heart of Lower O'Callahan Way, Lynn, MA.
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Neighborhood park where neighbors gather

In addition to the nearby Lynn Woods Reservation, a 2,200-acre forest park crisscrossed by over 30 miles of multi-use trails, Pine Hill residents also enjoy outdoor time at Gallagher Park, a neighborhood green space with a playground, baseball and multi-use fields, and basketball courts. The park is home to the Pine Hill Little League and, according to Cronin, is a popular spot with the neighbors, and as the League Information Officer and spouse of the league's president, she should know. "Everybody gathers at the park every spring, especially for the baseball games. If the kids are looking for someone to play with, they go to Gallagher. There's always someone there." Not to be left out of the outdoor fun, Pine Hill's four-legged friends have Barkland Avenue Dog Park, a fenced bit of green space with separate sections for small and large dogs.

Pine Hill is home to the Lynn Woods Reservation with lots of hiking trails.
Pine Hill is home to the Lynn Woods Reservation with lots of hiking trails.
The golf course at Lynn Woods in Pine Hill, MA is popular among golfers.
The golf course at Lynn Woods in Pine Hill, MA is popular among golfers.
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Long-standing local hang-outs

For a bite to eat and a drink with friends, locals enjoy snagging a booth or cozying up to the bar at The Lido Café, a popular neighborhood hang-out specializing in pizza and seafood. Residents looking for a caffeine pick-me-up, a poetry reading or some live music will find it all at the Walnut Street Coffee Café, and Tony's Pub & Grill is a neighborhood staple and a top spot to catch a Red Sox or Patriots game while enjoying a cold beer and tender steak tips, a New England favorite. "Tony's was started by a Pine Hill resident over 50 years ago," Cronin says. "They have the very best French onion soup around." Pine Hill-area residents needing to pick up ingredients for dinner at home or do a weekly pantry restock will find what they're looking for at the neighborhood Stop & Shop or nearby Market Basket grocery stores.

Tony's Pub & Grill in Pine Hill is a friendly place to grab a burger and drink.
Tony's Pub & Grill in Pine Hill is a friendly place to grab a burger and drink.
Swing by the Lido Cafe in Pine Hill for a personal pizza made fresh.
Swing by the Lido Cafe in Pine Hill for a personal pizza made fresh.
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Annual community festivities

The Pine Hill Neighborhood Civic Association has a long history of bringing neighbors together through events like a Fourth of July parade, a Halloween costume parade and trunk-or-treat, and a lively fall craft fair. In November, Pine Hill residents join the wider Lynn community in Central Square for the town's Festival of Lights, a tree and menorah lighting ceremony featuring student performances, hot chocolate, and lots of holiday cheer.

Accessible transport links to Boston

Many Pine Hill residents own cars and commute to work, some making the 13-mile drive along Route 1 into downtown Boston. For those who prefer to leave the driving to others, there are several Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority bus stops across Lynn, and the Market Square at Western Avenue light rail station is about a half-mile from Pine Hill.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Edward Lawrence Logan International

19 min drive

Bus

Boston St & Grove St

Bus

Boston St & Moulton St

Bus

Boston St Opp Stetson St

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Pine Hill US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$613,750
Median Single Family Price
$615,000
Median Townhouse Price
$488,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$488,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$391
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Months of Supply
4.00
Median List Price
$599,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
645
Median Year Built
1920
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,514
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,763
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,508
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Apr 26
    10 - 11:30am

    30 Tapley St, Lynn, MA 01904

    $519,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,402 Sq Ft
    • 30 Tapley St
    • New 15 days ago

    Pine Hill Victorian! Picture this: family BBQs on the composite deck, kids playing in the yard, and room for everyone’s car (parking for 4!). This sunny home offers 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, tall ceilings, and big windows that fill the space with light and energy. Central A/C keeps you cool during the Summer months, and a new water heater means hot showers stay on tap. With a little TLC, this home

    Bill Butler Leading Edge Real Estate

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  • Sunday, Apr 27
    12 - 1:30pm

    1 1/2 Forest Hill Ave, Lynn, MA 01904

    $599,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,464 Sq Ft
    • 1 1/2 Forest Hill Ave
    • New 15 days ago

    BOM due to buyer financing. Seize this outstanding investment opportunity in a prime location. Whether you're looking to owner occupy or invest in a rental, this Mansard Victorian is a perfect project for building equity. Both units offer spacious rooms with two bedrooms, soaring ceilings, and beautiful hardwood floors. Morning sunlight streams through generous windows, creating bright, welcoming

    Kim Perrotti Leading Edge Real Estate

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  • Sunday, Apr 27
    11am - 1pm

    37 Ontario St, Lynn, MA 01905

    $629,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,492 Sq Ft
    • 37 Ontario St
    • New 30 days ago

    Classic Comfortable Inviting move in condition 4 bedroom home with many options; 4th bedroom could be used as a family room or a den or dining room or maybe for a private office with the convenience of working from home. Close to school and shopping. Hardwood floors throughout, crawl space in attic for storage, updated kitchen, large fenced in yard for family fun. A gift to new owners, Seller

    Gloria Coleman Coleman Real Estate

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
4,101
Median Age
33
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.9%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$82,250
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$107,173

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
83.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
29.2%
Advanced Degrees
11.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.2%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
35''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

22 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

58 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

37 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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