Absolutely fabulous Victorian in the heart of the Lawrence Estates. Rare opportunity to own a piece of Medford history: This iconic home buillt by General Samuel Crocker Lawrence, retains all of its genteel period detail while embracing contemporary amenities. This lovely property features 11 rooms on 3 levels, beautiful perennial grounds with a romantic gazebo and a 2-bay carriage house style garage. The thoughtfully updated kitchen echoes the architectural detail of the original home while providing a sun-filled space with everything for your cooking pleasure. The elegant formal dining room with marble gas fireplace is perfect for entertaining. Stunning master suite has large customized walk-in closet and beautiful tiled bath. A very special offering. OH Sunday 12:30 -2PM
Single-familyProperty Type
1898Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$514Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Naomi DeLairre• Waterfield Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Elizabeth Hayes• Hammond Residential Real Estate
LOVELY OLDER COLONIAL HIP ROOF, SOME ELEGANT DETAILS. NEEDS COMPLETE INTERIOR REHAB. GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD. PAINTED OUTSIDE TWO YEARS AGO.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,534 (+12.7%)
$551,900 + $900,500
$1,452,400
2024
$11,119 (+3.9%)
$500,700 + $804,300
$1,305,000
2023
$10,700 (+7.5%)
$468,000 + $769,000
$1,237,000
2022
$9,952 (+0.5%)
$425,700 + $678,900
$1,104,600
2021
$9,904 (+1.4%)
$405,500 + $647,000
$1,052,500
2020
$9,768 (+3.4%)
$405,500 + $658,600
$1,064,100
2019
$9,444 (+6.8%)
$368,800 + $615,000
$983,800
2018
$8,839 (+3.1%)
$335,400 + $527,800
$863,200
2017
$8,570 (+11.4%)
$313,600 + $498,000
$811,600
2016
$7,691 (+6.0%)
$285,000 + $402,300
$687,300
2015
$7,259 (+4.3%)
$271,500 + $348,900
$620,400
2014
$6,958 (+8.1%)
$258,600 + $309,400
$568,000
2013
$6,438 (+2.6%)
$272,100 + $248,800
$520,900
2012
$6,275 (+5.5%)
$272,100 + $249,500
$521,600
2011
$5,950 (+5.7%)
$272,100 + $240,400
$512,500
2010
$5,627 (−0.2%)
$272,100 + $240,400
$512,500
2009
$5,636
$286,900 + $272,200
$559,100
Tax history for 24 Rural Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,534 (+12.7%)
$551,900 + $900,500
$1,452,400
2024
$11,119 (+3.9%)
$500,700 + $804,300
$1,305,000
2023
$10,700 (+7.5%)
$468,000 + $769,000
$1,237,000
2022
$9,952 (+0.5%)
$425,700 + $678,900
$1,104,600
2021
$9,904 (+1.4%)
$405,500 + $647,000
$1,052,500
2020
$9,768 (+3.4%)
$405,500 + $658,600
$1,064,100
2019
$9,444 (+6.8%)
$368,800 + $615,000
$983,800
2018
$8,839 (+3.1%)
$335,400 + $527,800
$863,200
2017
$8,570 (+11.4%)
$313,600 + $498,000
$811,600
2016
$7,691 (+6.0%)
$285,000 + $402,300
$687,300
2015
$7,259 (+4.3%)
$271,500 + $348,900
$620,400
2014
$6,958 (+8.1%)
$258,600 + $309,400
$568,000
2013
$6,438 (+2.6%)
$272,100 + $248,800
$520,900
2012
$6,275 (+5.5%)
$272,100 + $249,500
$521,600
2011
$5,950 (+5.7%)
$272,100 + $240,400
$512,500
2010
$5,627 (−0.2%)
$272,100 + $240,400
$512,500
2009
$5,636
$286,900 + $272,200
$559,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,792
Year built
1883
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
931011S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
Sep 6, 2019 • Final
Building permit, one or two family dwelling
Bathroom
Remodel
Oct 10, 2017 • Active
Plumbing
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Location
Location Information
Directions: Lawrence Rd to Rural Ave
UnparsedAddress: 24 Rural Ave, Medford MA 02155
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, University
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,792
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1883
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 931011S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
Exclusions: Ceiling Light In Home Office, Iron Fireplace Screen In Dining Room, A Few Selected Perennials.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Brooks School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
Andrews Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
Medford High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
5/10
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