217 Lawrence St

About this home

Two-family home that has been recently updated while maintaining its charm and character of the era is ready for the next owner. Over $125K spent in the past three years to convert this turn of the century home to current living. The french porch greets everyone Step inside and immediately be amazed with the crown molding, high ceilings, wide staircase, wainscoting, built-in bookshelves and cabinetry, millwork and hardwood floors. The first floor easily connects to provide easy living and comfort. The refreshed kitchen joins to the dining room. Two additional gracious front rooms with high windows, fireplace, wood-burning stove, are suitable for living room, office, guest room or den. Newly renovated full bath complete level. The winding staircase with tall window lead to second floor and open landing. Primary king-size bedroom has two closets. Second bedroom can fit queen size bed. Further down hallway leads to 3-room apartment, including kitchen, bedroom, bath and living room suitable for rental income, au-pair, or multi-generation living. Bring your ideas to the walk-up attic with high ceilings to design an office/teen room and already has one finished space. Walk-out unfinished basement with laundry has ample storage. Enjoy outdoor entertainment in fenced in yard. Carriage house had been converted to a two car garage and has an added bonus room above suitable for workshop or be transformed to a man-cave, yoga/meditation area or office PLUS has rough-plumbing for bathroom in place and electricity. Recent updates include: new electric, vinyl fence, gutters, insulation, bathroom, kitchen, painted interior, refinished hardwood floors, hot water heaters, etc. Enjoy rental income or perfect for multi generations living together! Conveniently located near Rte 495, shopping, restaurants, parks, Lake Pentucket for shore fishing, Castle Trail, Winnekenni Castle for community gatherings, Kenoza Lake and its 5-mile walking/running/hiking trails, Northern Essex Community College, etc. Move right in! Mass Save Insulation. 2 electric meters. Oil heat for first level and part second. Electric baseboard heat for remaining 2nd floor. One water bill. One gas bill. Sellers never used fireplace in living room.