
17 Basset St Lynn — Photo 1 of 41
Recent Drop: $20,000
$585,000
Lynn, MA 01902
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
SqFt
1,985
Style
Single Family
Built
1900
Charming Victorian in Lynn's Diamond District just blocks from the Ocean and Red Rock Park, historic waterfront park with expansive beaches. Home features 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, gracious entry foyer with reading nook and closet leading to open floor plan with high ceilings & large windows in Living Room with gas fireplace and Dining Room with built-in China Closet, wonderful for entertaining and day to day living. Kitchen is fully applianced with peninsula breakfast bar, pantry and garden window. Covered porch off living room is a relaxing spot to read or enjoy/host an outside meal. Second floor has large Primary Bedroom and 2 other large bedrooms. One of bedrooms has patio doors to second floor balcony/deck for more outside living and star-gazing. Full bath features a tiled shower, large soaking tub and storage. The third floor provides additional living space as an office/library plus the 4th bedroom. Electrical 200 amp service updated in 2021. Forced hot air heating, new in 2023; gas hot water tank installed 2024. Charming home with period detail in Ocean/beaches neighborhood with easy commute to Boston.
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Lynn, MA.
Gas Water Heater • Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Disposal • Microwave • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer
Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Golf • Medical Facility
Flooring - Laminate, Flooring - Wood, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Pendant
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Laminate, Flooring - Wood, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Pendant
Flooring - Laminate, Pantry, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Peninsula, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Closet, Flooring - Wood
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Laminate
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
Was $605,000
Aug 20, 2026
MLS® 73556750
Jul 29, 2026
MLS® 73556750
50,066
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
$67K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
63.1%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
992 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-15% vs the prior 12 months) — 515 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,985 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 1,721 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Agent: Kathleen Sullivan
Listing Office: Provided by MLS PIN
MLS® Number: 73556750
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