157 May St, Lawrence, MA 01841
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157 May St
Lawrence, MA 01841

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,374 sqft

$521,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,097/mo*
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$521,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,097/mo*
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3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,374 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Just what you’ve been searching for! This beautifully updated single-family home in the heart of Tower Hill is packed with modern touches and move-in ready. Step into a stylish kitchen featuring custom cabinets, soft-close drawers, quartz countertops, crown molding, and recessed lighting. The first floor offers water-resistant vinyl flooring, a primary bedroom with a large closet and full bathroom—perfect for flexible living. Upstairs, you’ll find two spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom with a relaxing Jacuzzi tub, and plenty of closet space. The finished basement adds bonus living space with a half bath, ideal for a game room, home gym, or guest suite. Enjoy a private driveway, one-car garage, and a location that can’t be beat—just 5 minutes to I-93, I-495, The Loop, tax-free New Hampshire shopping, and only 15 minutes from UMass Lowell. Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or investor, this home has everything you need. Open House 5/3 and 5/4 10-12.
157 May St, Lawrence, MA 01841 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,374 sqft single-family home built in 1900. It last sold for $510,000 on Jun 16, 2025 (11% above the $459,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $521,500, with a rent estimate of $3,453/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 157 May St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Partial,Finished,Interior Entry,BulkheadNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Master Bathroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1374 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer HookupAppliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified DishwasherDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Ceiling Fan(s),First Floor,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer HookupMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
No FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Wood, Tile, Laminate
Security
Security: Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShingleFencing: Fenced/EnclosedFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Detached,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
Frontage
Road Frontage: PublicNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1374

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Not Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: M:0212 B:0000 L:0027, 4211610

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $459,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon May 19 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Lawrence

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1374 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public SchoolNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2589 sqft

Offer

Contingencies: Pending P&S

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73367594Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1374

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingWalk/Jog TrailsLaundromatHighway AccessHouse of WorshipPublic School
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listed by Carolina Flores, (857) 413-0627
EVO Real Estate Group, LLC, (617) 517-9755
Carolina Flores, (857) 413-0627
Bought with: Emmanuel Frias, (978) 390-8637, Home Realty Group LLC, (978) 377-1884
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73367594

Price History for 157 May St

DatePriceEventSource
06/16/2025$510,000Sold
MLS PIN #73367594
05/06/2025$459,900ContingentMLS PIN #73367594
05/01/2025$459,900Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73367594
08/28/2020$325,000Sold
N/A
07/05/2020$324,900PendingAgent Provided
06/23/2020$324,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/13/2018$275,000Sold
N/A
06/13/2018$249,900PendingAgent Provided
06/04/2018$249,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/25/2008$112,000Sold
N/A
04/07/2008$237,669Sold
N/A
01/25/2008$149,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/30/2004$250,000Sold
N/A
04/28/2000$107,900Sold
N/A
04/12/1988$75,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Lawrence

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,692
Assessment$419,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 157 May St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
5 Blakelin St, Lawrence, MA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$435,000
09/22/25
2
2
1,816
139 West St, Lawrence, MA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$329,900
12/12/25
3
1
1,292
40-42 Holly St, Lawrence, MA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$440,000
06/29/26
3
1
1,115
4 Bicknell Ter, Lawrence, MA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$560,000
06/25/26
4
2.5
1,709
5 Magnolia St, Lawrence, MA
0.62
Single-Family Home
$530,000
11/07/25
3
1.5
1,111
10 Yale St, Lawrence, MA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$650,000
05/22/26
4
2
2,196
50 Shawmut St, Lawrence, MA
0.53
Single-Family Home
$550,000
11/25/25
4
1.5
1,688
2 Maurice Ave, Lawrence, MA
0.51
Single-Family Home
$570,000
02/06/26
4
2
1,536
24 Yale St, Lawrence, MA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$549,000
09/23/25
4
2
2,822
70 Butler St, Lawrence, MA
0.55
Single-Family Home
$480,000
04/10/26
4
2
1,581

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What Locals Say about Lawrence

At least 1029 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 70 % Say car is needed

  • 69 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 67 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 66 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 62 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say parking is easy

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 56 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say it's quiet

  • 42 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 38 % Say there are community events

  • 34 % Say there's wildlife

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    "The commute is average due to the ready access of interstate highways. Public transportation is readily available at McGovern transportation station which is a nice alternative. "
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    "Great commute anywhere. Fast food restaurants near by are really good. I lived here 34 years and it has been improving "
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    "Been in this neighborhood for 20 years it has been establishing to raise a family and crime has been down in the last decade "
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    "To expensive the rent and mortgages, I don't know why if the city is not one of the best communities on the area."
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    "Is a good neighborhood to live in , a variety of places and variety foods … great people and nice parks "
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    "I don’t see dogs that much, because not every apartments like they rentals have one, i wish i can have one "
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    "good neighborhood, lots of parking space close to all kind of grocery store gas station etc , street clean all seasoned good for pets "
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    "Dogs are always seen, but at times dog owners don’t clean up after them! But overall welcoming to pets "
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    "I live in a good area where people are nice and we don’t have a lot crime I wish we see police more "
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    "Is a very diverse city and everything is accesible. The cost of living is extremely expensive but Lawrence is a great city."
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    "Everything about Lawrence is important to know. As years has passed , our kids generations are not the same .. Schools are important and parks . Crime rates has gone down a good rate !! "
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    "Dog owners would like this area. It could get very busy, traffic wise. So gotta make sure dog is on leash"
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    "Nothing in this city feels like home. The streets are dirty. Lonely and unfriendly. I’m going to be home with my kids. "
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    "Lawrence is a great town but it could be dangerous to live in it. Parents should be careful raising their children in Lawrence. "
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  • Maryleger42
    "The commute is hectic on pick time between 8am and 10am is horrible to cross any of the bridges. And later between 3pm and 5pm. "
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  • Sarai C.
    "Unfortunately no safe parks for kids or for adults that would like to go and spend time reading a book or just time for yourself "
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    "I work Monday-Friday 9-5pm, right now the commute is great. On a normal day the commute to work in Wilmington takes 30 mins min to get there And back. "
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    "Particularly the neighborhood ha deteriorated in the last 3-4 years . Is unsafe to walk due that there is illicit drugs selling and shooting."
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    "Not to move to Lawrence it’s not a good place to live it’s to much violence not a place to raise a child"
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    "People who walk there dogs don’t pick up after them and the street have trash cause people don’t know how to stop littering in the streets "
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    "semana hispana goes on for about 2 or 3 weeks in a year. Celebration of many different countries. Also there's is an event alike for Italian community. "
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    "I’m not a dog owner, but if I were would like to be able to walk my dog or have a dog park. Animal and owner will be and feels safe "
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