86 Fairfield Avenue

Nestled in the heart of Lawrence and just moments from both public and private schools, this beautifully landscaped property showcases a gracious Victorian Colonial with exceptional character and modern comfort. The meticulously maintained gardens, specimen plantings, and inviting wraparound porch set the tone for what awaits inside. This classic foursquare home retains its architectural charman oversized original chestnut door with beveled glass, a wainscoted staircase, and a mullioned landing windowwhile offering thoughtful updates throughout. White oak hardwood floors span the first and second levels, leading you through an elegant living room and formal dining room with pocket doors. The designer kitchen features a bay window, raised walnut eatin island, glassfront hutch with matching walnut top, Quartzite countertops, inset cabinetry, specialty tile backsplash, JennAir gas range with oversized stainless hood, Frenchdoor refrigerator, and paneled Miele dishwasher. A laundry/mudroom addition and a beadboard-detailed powder room complete the first floor. Upstairs, the primary bedroom includes a bay window and generous walkin closet. Its ensuite bath is filled with natural light and appointed with a marble vanity and flooring, thermostatic shower system, crackletile shower walls, and a heated towel rack. Two additional bedrooms, an office/nursery, and a second full bath complete this level. The third floor offers a spacious fourth bedroom with builtins, dormer accents, a large closet, and hidden eaves storage. The unfinished basement includes a French drain and sump pump. Outside, a custom hardscape walkway and patio lead to serene rear gardens and a demilune back porch. The detached twocar garageconverted by a previous owner into a workshop with its own electrical paneloffers endless possibilities as a studio, workshop, or creative retreat. Lovingly maintained by its designer owner for two decades, this home offers easy access to transportation, major routes, schools, and local businesses. Additional features are listed in the Property Features document.