About Lawrence
Lawrence is a City in Essex County, Massachusetts. It is bordered to the north by the City of Methuen, on the west and southwest by the Town of Andover, and on the east and southeast by the Town of North Andover. Situated 25 miles north of Boston and 5 miles south of the state of New Hampshire. Lawrence is truly a city of immigrants and industry.
Lawrence, also known as "Immigrant City," has traditionally been a multi-ethnic and multicultural gateway city with a large percentage of foreign-born residents.
Things To Do in Lawrence
This paved, multi-use trail takes you through attractive residential neighborhoods and is bookended by grand old mill districts, now enjoying a new lease of life.
North Canal Historic District
For those transfixed by Lawrence’s immense mill buildings, one of the best things to do is hit the streets and see every inch of this one-of-a-kind cityscape. It is centered on the North Canal and the Great Stone Dam, which provided the waterpower for its many mill complexes.
The Farmer’s Market in Lawrence occurs every Wednesday and Saturday, April through October. The Lawrence Farmer’s Market is a great opportunity to shop local and support small businesses. And there are plenty, with upwards of 70 vendors each week.
Lawrence Public Schools
There are 31 public schools in Lawrence. Community Day Charter Public School - Gateway, Community Day Charter Public School - R. Kingman Webster, and Community Day Charter Public School - Prospect are the top ranked public schools in Lawrence.
To visit the school webpage, click HERE.
Parks and Recreation
The Lawrence Recreation department is committed to offering affordable sports and recreation programs for youth, teens, and adults throughout the year.
Transportation
Lawrence lies along Interstate 495, which passes through the eastern portion of the city. There are three exits that are totally within the city, while two more provide access from a small area just beyond the city. The town is also served by Route 28, which runs through it from south to north, and Route 110, which runs through the northern portion of the city from east to west. Route 114 also has its western terminus at Route 28 at the Merrimack River. Lawrence is the site of four road crossings and a railroad crossing over the Merrimack, including the O'Leary Bridge (Route 28), a railroad bridge, the Casey Bridge (bringing Parker Street and access to Route 114 and the Lawrence MBTA station to the north shore), the Duck Bridge (which brings Union Street across the river), and the double-decked O'Reilly Bridge, bringing I-495 across the river.
Lawrence is the western hub of the Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority's bus service. It is also home to the Senator Patricia McGovern Transportation Center, home to regional bus service and the Lawrence stop along the Haverhill/Reading Line of the MBTA Commuter Rail system, providing service from Haverhill to Boston's North Station. Amtrak's Downeaster service to Maine is available eight miles to the northeast in Haverhill. Lawrence Municipal Airport provides small plane service, though it is actually in neighboring North Andover. Lawrence is approximately equidistant from Manchester-Boston Regional Airport and Logan International Airport.
Popular Local Restaurants
You'll find a wide array of restaurants in Lawrence. Here are some of our top picks.
Terra Luna Cafe is home to a wide variety of culinary delights, each using a distinctive combination of spices and fresh ingredients.
Salvatore's Italian Restaurant is one of Lawrence's most popular. It's not just pizza. You can also find pasta, sandwiches, and other side dishes at independent pizzerias in Lawrence.
Vaka’s tapas style menu features a delectable array of Dominican-Japanese fusion cuisine mastered by the world-famous chef, El Ninja. The fun and electric menu complement Vaka’s décor, inspired by Dominican Republic’s rich history.
Latin artwork is on display at this brick-walled, casual operation specializing in Mexican dishes.
See the latest housing market report to get the most up-to-date statistics. You'll find here the current and historical market data for single-family and condo/townhouse home sales.
Contact us now for the most detailed market data and to hear our perspective on what the latest buying and selling trends mean for you. We are always happy to help and can send you a free home valuation.
Sell Your Home in Lawrence, MA
Lawrence is a desirable community, so selling your Lawrence home to move into a bigger house or relocate isn't as difficult as you think. Using John Woodman's service can help lessen the stress and worry of selling a home. John may also assist you in getting the most out of your house sale while making the process easier for you.
Buying a Home in Lawrence, MA
If you're thinking about moving to Lawrence, you have several residential options to choose from. Whether you're looking for single-family homes or condos/townhomes, John Woodman can help. John has years of expertise in this town and can inform you about everything the town has to offer as well as find you your dream home.
For additional information, including sales history and prices, and more for Lawrence, MA properties for sale, or to schedule a home tour of any property listed below, contact us today!
Homes For Sale in Lawrence, MA
- 5 Beds3 Baths1,824 SqFt1/5 5Open Mon 5:30PM-6:30PM
$2,900
- 4 Beds1.5 Baths2,154 SqFt1/39 39Open Sun 12PM-2PM
$619,900
- 3 Beds1.5 Baths2,301 SqFt1/17 17New
$3,000
RECENTLY SOLD
- 11 Beds4 Baths4,748 SqFt1/26 26$950,000 $929,900 2.2%
- 3 Beds1.5 Baths1,716 SqFt1/30 30$565,000 $564,900
- 3 Beds2 Baths1,630 SqFt1/30 30$472,000 $459,900 2.6%