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$609,123$353 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $124,000 on Feb 26, 1999

17 WARDWELL AVE

LYNN, MA 01902
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,725 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3,629 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1850
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$609K
$578K low$640K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$124,000 · Feb 26, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,046 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$487,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$183,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$303,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$540,740

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyESSEX
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1887
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Brickett Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Thurgood Marshall Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Fecteau-Leary Junior/Senior High SchoolF
High · Grades 6–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Lynn School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01902These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.80

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.48,733
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.19,747 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,832
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,553
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

17 Wardwell Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 83% of homes in Lynn 01902
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Lynn 01902
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Essex County
  • Among the oldest homes in Lynn 01902

What homes are worth in Lynn 01902

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$224K$899K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Lynn 01902.

How it measures up in Lynn 01902

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lynn 01902.

Estimated value$609,123
CheaperTypical $501,245Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$353
CheaperTypical $395Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area1,725 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,528 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size3,629 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1850
OlderTypical 1904Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 17 Wardwell Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLynn 01902Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$609,12383% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35328% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,725 ft²56% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,629 ft²25% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than1850almost no homes4% of homes

About 17 Wardwell Ave

How much is 17 Wardwell Ave, Lynn, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17 Wardwell Ave, Lynn, MA is $609,123 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $577,948 to $640,298. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17 Wardwell Ave, Lynn, MA last sell?

17 Wardwell Ave, Lynn, MA last sold on Feb 26, 1999 for $124,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17 Wardwell Ave, Lynn, MA?

17 Wardwell Ave, Lynn, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,725 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 17 Wardwell Ave, Lynn, MA built?

17 Wardwell Ave, Lynn, MA was built in 1850, making it 176 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 17 Wardwell Ave, Lynn, MA?

17 Wardwell Ave, Lynn, MA is assigned to Brickett Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Thurgood Marshall Middle School (middle), rated F; Fecteau-Leary Junior/Senior High School (high), rated F. All sit in Lynn School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17 Wardwell Ave, Lynn, MA compare to other homes in Lynn 01902?

Among the 8,423 homes in Lynn 01902, it is worth more than 83% of them ($609,123 against a typical $501,245), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($353 against a typical $395), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,725 ft² against a typical 1,528 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (3,629 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1850 against a typical 1904). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 37% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 17 Wardwell Ave, Lynn, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17 Wardwell Ave, Lynn, MA was $5,046. The county assessed it at $487,100.

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