188 Oak St, Methuen MA 01844

Methuen, MA 01844
$699,900
Est. $4,176/month
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,729
Sq Ft
$405
Price/Sq Ft
0.31
Acres
1960
Year Built
1
Garage Space
Single Family Residence
Type
10 hours 29 minutes
Time on Market
For Sale Listed Aug 21, 2026 • MLS# 73564899 Copied! • Updated Aug 21, 2026

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About this home

Welcome home to this freshly remodeled, oversized Cape offering the perfect blend of modern upgrades and classic charm. Step inside to discover a desirable open floor plan filled with natural light, featuring all-new flooring, fresh neutral paint, and a cozy living room centered around a classic fireplace. The heart of the home is the newly designed custom kitchen, fully equipped for effortless cooking and entertaining. A spacious bonus family room provides ideal flexible space for a home office, playroom, or media center. All three bedrooms are generously sized with ample closet space, complemented by two brand-new, stylish full bathrooms. Major exterior updates offer complete peace of mind, including a roof, windows, and vinyl siding all updated in 2020. Situated in an unbeatable location, you are just two minutes from major highway access, local dining, shopping, and the New Hampshire border for easy commuting and tax-free shopping. Move right in and start enjoying!

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Property History

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Listed for Sale
Aug 21, 2026
$699,900
Original listing
Agent: Matthew McLennan Office: Century 21 McLennan & Company

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $5,245 $504,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,245
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$504,300

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1960
Living Area 1,729 sq ft
Lot Size 0.31 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring None
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Cape
Roof Shingle
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 5
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $5,245
Assessed Value $504,300
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color blue
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Essex

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1960
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,729 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1960
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
School District
Methuen School District local
C-
⚠ School Safety 2024-25
4.6% Above Average
4.4% Suspensions 1.5% In-School 0.2% Emergency
↓ 0.9% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

8 schools
C
Donald P Timony Grammar School
1.4 mi | #281 of 352 | Score: 33.3
Improved 32 spots from last year
-24.9 below state avg
1,172 students Diverse
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades K-08
C
Tenney Grammar School
1.7 mi | #253 of 352 | Score: 36.0
Improved 11 spots from last year
-22.3 below state avg
1,246 students Moderate
Grades K-08
C+
Comprehensive Grammar School
1.8 mi | #220 of 352 | Score: 39.4
Improved 12 spots from last year
-18.8 below state avg
1,046 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-08
St. Monica Elementary School
2.1 mi
Grades K-08
The Islamic Academy
2.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Saint Ann's Home School
3.3 mi
Grades K-12
B
Marsh Grammar School
4.5 mi | #155 of 352 | Score: 44.1
Improved 17 spots from last year
-14.1 below state avg
996 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-08
Early Childhood Center
4.0 mi
163 students Diverse
Grades PK-K
H

High Schools

3 schools
C+
Methuen High School
1.4 mi | #218 of 346 | Score: 49.9
Improved 35 spots from last year
-8.4 below state avg
1,841 students Diverse
18 sports • 1,820 athletes
High Graduation Rate Rising School Career Tech Programs Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
Notre Dame Cristo Rey High School
1.8 mi
17 sports • 423 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-11
Presentation of Mary Academy
1.9 mi
Grades 09-12
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188 Oak St, Methuen MA 01844

Methuen, MA 01844

Listing Information

Listing Agent Matthew McLennan
Listing Office Century 21 McLennan & Company
Office Phone 978-683-8008
Agent MLS ID G0001961
Office MLS ID G46000
Listing Data Updated Aug 21, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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