257 Howe Street, Methuen MA 01844

Methuen, MA 01844
$298,554
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,098
Sq Ft
$142
Price/Sq Ft
1.21
Acres
2000
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
Single Family Residence
Type
68
Days on Market
Sold Listed Mar 30, 2000 • MLS# 30397420 Copied! • Updated Jul 14, 2000

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $295,900
Final Sale Price: $298,554
Difference: +$2,654 (+0.9%)
Performance Metrics
100.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
68
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $141
Sale $/sq ft: $142
This property sold for $142 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 0.9% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

The property spent 68 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 5 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$142/sq ft
Area Median
$361/sq ft
Difference
60.7%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

QUALITY BUILT COLONIAL SET ON WOODED & PRIVATE ACRE LOT IN "CHESTNUT HILLS." FABULOUS FLOOR PLAN HAS 2 STORY FOYER 1ST FLR LAUNDRY & 1/2 BATH, DR, LR, FAMRM W/ FP WALKOUT BAY WNDWS IN KTCH, 2 ZN HEAT W/ C/A,C/V 2 GARAGE & MORE!

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Property History

Market Insights

63%
Price Range
70
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73543963
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Previously Sold
Oct 8, 2026
$799,999
MLS #73543963
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Currently Listed
Jul 7, 2026
$799,999
MLS #73543963 - Active
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Previous Transaction - MLS #71758100
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Previously Sold
Jan 22, 2015
$400,000
MLS #71758100
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Sold
Jul 14, 2000
$298,554
Property sold
Days on Market: 70
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Listed for Sale
Mar 30, 2000
$295,900
Original listing
Agent: Karen Schubert Office: RE/MAX Preferred, Inc.

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2000 $0 $0

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$0
Tax Year 2000
HOA Fee
$0
Per month
Assessed Value
$0

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 2000
Living Area 2,098 sq ft
Lot Size 1.21 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Carpet
Appliances Gas Water Heater
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full
Laundry None
Features Central Vacuum

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 6
Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public, City/town Water
Sewer Public Sewer, City/town Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax 0.00
Assessed Value 0.00
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint None
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Owner
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 70 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
2000
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,098 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Carpet
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Interior Features: Central Vacuum
Windows:
Basement: Full
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 2000
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Sewer: Public Sewer, City/Town Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Frontage: 0.00 ft
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Under, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
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+
Comprehensive Grammar School
0.9 mi | #219 of 352 | Score: 39.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-19 below state avg
981 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-08
C
Tenney Grammar School
1.9 mi | #250 of 352 | Score: 36.1
Improved 14 spots from last year
-22.1 below state avg
1,197 students Moderate
Grades K-08
C-
Donald P Timony Grammar School
2.0 mi | #287 of 352 | Score: 32.8
Improved 26 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
1,198 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-08
St. Monica Elementary School
2.4 mi
Grades K-08
The Islamic Academy
2.9 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Marsh Grammar School
3.8 mi | #158 of 352 | Score: 43.9
Improved 14 spots from last year
-14.4 below state avg
981 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-08
Saint Ann's Home School
4.0 mi
Grades K-12
Early Childhood Center
4.2 mi
147 students Diverse
Grades PK-K
H

High Schools

3 schools
C+
Methuen High School
1.8 mi | #218 of 346 | Score: 50.6
Improved 35 spots from last year
-7.6 below state avg
1,751 students Diverse
18 sports • 1,820 athletes
Rising School Career Tech Programs Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
Presentation of Mary Academy
2.3 mi
Grades 09-12
Notre Dame Cristo Rey High School
2.3 mi
17 sports • 423 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-11
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Neighborhood

257 Howe Street, Methuen MA 01844

Methuen, MA 01844

Listing Information

Listing Agent Karen Schubert
Listing Office RE/MAX Preferred, Inc.
Office Phone 978-689-2880
Agent MLS ID G0001372
Office MLS ID G26100
Listing Data Updated Jul 14, 2000 11:43 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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