Opportunity knocks for the smart buyer. The Board of Appeal has approved an extension of the zoning relief for this property through December 13, 2027. For a savvy buyer, that means more time to plan, price and line up financing. A grand 1880 former rectory in the historic Lawrence Avenue district of Grove Hall, Boston, with a 1920 addition and off-street parking. The building is listed on the State and National Registers of Historic Places and has the kind of character that is hard to find in new construction. Picture a stately single-family home, or see the potential for so much more: multi-unit housing, shared or transitional housing, or another use for an investor, developer or organization looking to give a historic building a new purpose. The property is zoned for up to three families (3F-4000). Design review is reported complete, which gives a buyer a head start. The location is a plus. Franklin Park and the Franklin Park Zoo are nearby, along with many colleges and universities, including Roxbury Community College and Northeastern University, and the hospitals and schools of the Longwood Medical Area. Buyers with a business or other non-residential use in mind should confirm what is allowed with the City. Cash or hard-money buyers only; not FHA-eligible. Permit, environmental and approval documents are available to qualified buyers. Buyer to verify all zoning, permitted uses, approvals, transferability, lot size, square footage, distances and condition with the City and their own professionals. Appointment only, please do not visit the property without one.
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Last Checked: October 23rd, 2026 at 5:53pm (Source: MLS PIN #73592381)
Garage Parking
Air Conditioning
Waterview
Lead Paint Free
General Information for 26 Lawrence Ave, Boston MA 02121
Listing ID73592381
Property TypeSingle Family / Detached
Price$1,000,000 ($186.57/SqFt)
StyleColonial
CityBoston
CountySuffolk
Neighborhood(s)
Garage Parking1
ZoningR1
Year Built1920
Year Built SourcePublic Records
Year Built DetailsApproximate
Interior Features for 26 Lawrence Ave, Boston MA 02121
Approximate Living Area Total5360
Living Area Includes BasementNo
Rooms17
Bedrooms7
Primary En Suite BathroomYes
BasementFull
CoolingSplit
Fireplaces
AppliancesRange
FlooringTile
Electric
Exterior Features for 26 Lawrence Ave, Boston MA 02121
Approximate Lot Size (Acres)0.15
Approximate Lot Size (Square Feet)6344
Total Parking8 (1 Garage)
Garage Parking1
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer
Lot Features
Parking Features1
Exterior FeaturesPorch
Foundation Materials
Construction MaterialsFrame
Road Frontage Type
Patio & PorchCovered
Roof MaterialAsphalt/fiberglass Shingles
Utility Connections110 Volts
Water ViewsNo
Water Views Features
Waterfront0
Waterfront Features
Pool Features
Horse Permitted0
Horse Amenities
Disclosures for 26 Lawrence Ave, Boston MA 02121
Lead PaintNone
UFFI
Living Area Includes BasementNo
Living Area Disclosure
Building Area SourcePublic Records
Special Listing Conditions
ExclusionsLiving Room And Primary Bedroom Rods And Curtains. Mirror In Bedroom.
Compensation Based On
Financial Information for 26 Lawrence Ave, Boston MA 02121
Association Fee
Association Fee Frequency
Association Fee Includes
Real Estate Tax11161
Tax Year2026
Assessed Value$900,100
Location Information for 26 Lawrence Ave, Boston MA 02121
Neighborhood(s)
Area AmenitiesWalk/jog Trails
Contact Information for 26 Lawrence Ave, Boston MA 02121