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$399,000$373 / ft²
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Last sold for $138,000 on Apr 18, 2000

39 LAWRENCE AVE

DORCHESTER, MA 02121
Building report
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,069 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.
1,564 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$399K
$359K low$439K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$138,000 · Apr 18, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,343 (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.$375,000 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$375,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$369,075

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountySUFFOLK
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.2001
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

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
Martin Luther Jr. King K-8 SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.1 mi
H
Jeremiah E. Burke High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02121These 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.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.73

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.94%
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.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,076
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.22,114 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,811
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,928
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

39 Lawrence 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 less than 93% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Dorchester 02121
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Dorchester 02121
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Dorchester

What homes are worth in Dorchester 02121

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

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$234K$926K

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Dorchester 02121.

How it measures up in Dorchester 02121

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dorchester 02121.

Estimated value$399,000
CheaperTypical $515,182Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$373
CheaperTypical $355Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area1,069 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,268 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size1,564 ft²
SmallerTypical 4,269 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 39 Lawrence Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorchesterDorchester 02121Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$399,00011% of homes23% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37325% of homes58% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,069 ft²15% of homes7% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,564 ft²20% of homes10% of homes39% of homes
Year builtnewer than198887% of homes87% of homes84% of homes

About 39 Lawrence Ave

How much is 39 Lawrence Ave, Dorchester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 39 Lawrence Ave, Dorchester, MA is $399,000 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $359,266 to $438,734. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 39 Lawrence Ave, Dorchester, MA last sell?

39 Lawrence Ave, Dorchester, MA last sold on Apr 18, 2000 for $138,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 39 Lawrence Ave, Dorchester, MA?

39 Lawrence Ave, Dorchester, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,069 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 39 Lawrence Ave, Dorchester, MA built?

39 Lawrence Ave, Dorchester, MA was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 39 Lawrence Ave, Dorchester, MA?

39 Lawrence Ave, Dorchester, MA is assigned to Martin Luther Jr. King K-8 School (elementary), rated F; Jeremiah E. Burke High School (high), rated F. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 39 Lawrence Ave, Dorchester, MA compare to other homes in Dorchester 02121?

Among the 2,911 homes in Dorchester 02121, it is worth more than 23% of them ($399,000 against a typical $515,182), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($373 against a typical $355), it is bigger than 7% of them (1,069 ft² against a typical 3,268 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (1,564 ft² against a typical 4,269 ft²) and it is newer than 87% of them (1988 against a typical 1905). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 7% 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 39 Lawrence Ave, Dorchester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 39 Lawrence Ave, Dorchester, MA was $4,343. The county assessed it at $375,000.

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