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Highlights

  • Quartz countertops
  • Downtown location
  • In unit washer & dryer
  • High-end finishes

Location

136 Essex St, Lawrence, MA 01840, USA|North Common
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Management

Home Shop Properties, Inc.

Leasing office

(844) 243-9656 ext. 3957

Property Overview

136 Essex Street offers a high overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.9/10, with standout scores for price, location, and quality, indicating strong value, convenience, and an elevated standard of living. Residents benefit from a downtown location with high-end finishes like quartz countertops and an in-unit washer & dryer, plus nearby top-rated elementary and middle schools. The property also demonstrates solid transparency and trustworthiness through a detailed, useful listing description.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.9
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, 136 Essex Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 136 Essex Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Elevator

Floor plans

136 Essex Street - 5052 bed1 bath$2,500 /moONE parking spot included with rent. Tenant pays utilities, water & sewer included. No Pets, Non-smoking.
136 Essex Street - 3042 bed1 bath937 sqft$2,500 /moGORGEOUS! Two bedroom, 1 bath apartment in convenient downtown location. High-end finishes, in unit washer & dryer, quartz countertops, 1 parking space.

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Amenities for 136 Essex Street

Apartment Amenities

Utilities/SewerWater

Building

Elevator
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One-time. Agent application fee.

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About 136 Essex Street

HomeApartments in LawrenceNorth Common 136 Essex Street

ONE parking spot included with rent. Tenant pays utilities, water & sewer included. No Pets, Non-smoking.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.9
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, 136 Essex Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 136 Essex Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 136 Essex Street
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
136 Essex Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 136 Essex Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
136 Essex Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·9A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
136 Essex Street has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
136 Essex Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 136 Essex Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
Elevator
Improved accessibility features

Considerations

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Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in North Common

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 136 Essex Street to be on par with the average for similarly sized apartments in North Common.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
North Common
Lawrence
A table of studio rental data trends in Lawrence
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,083
June 2024$1,701
July 2024$1,859
August 2024$2,010
September 2024$2,003
October 2024$1,988
November 2024$1,897
December 2024$1,605
January 2025$1,362
February 2025$1,637
March 2025$1,577
April 2025$963
May 2025$795
June 2025$888
August 2025$1,521
September 2025$1,500
October 2025$1,328
November 2025$1,050
December 2025$1,243
January 2026$1,660
February 2026$1,532
March 2026$1,683
April 2026$1,737
A table of studio rental data trends in North Common
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,056
July 2024$2,075
August 2024$2,075
September 2024$2,075

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$100,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $100,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $2,500.
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Schools near 136 Essex Street

Oliver Elementary School

183 haverhill st

lawrence, MA, 1840

1-5Public
C-

School for Exceptional Studies

233 haverhill st

lawrence, MA, 1841

PK, K-12Public

Francis M. Leahy School

100 erving ave

lawrence, MA, 1841

1-5Public
C-

Rollins Early Childhood Center

451 howard st

lawrence, MA, 1841

PK, KPublic
B-

Lawlor Early Childhood Center

41 lexington st

lawrence, MA, 1841

KPublic
B-
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Getting around Lawrence near 136 Essex St

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 136 Essex St, Lawrence

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 136 Essex St

Essex Street Market
175 Essex St
Carniceria Market
88 Jackson St
Jimenez Supermarket
117 Newbury St
Corporation Market
136 Newbury St
Renacer Food Market
71 E Haverhill St

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