Dimensions11 x 13
FeaturesFlooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelSecond
257 Howe St, Methuen MA 01844
Methuen, MA 01844
$400,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$435,900
Final Sale Price:
$400,000
Difference:
$35,900 (-8.2%)
Performance Metrics
91.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
50
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$167
Sale $/sq ft:
$153
This property sold for $153 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 8.2% below the original asking price.
The property spent 50 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
$153/sq ft
Area Median
$361/sq ft
Difference
57.6%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
COME AND SEE ALL THE NEW UPDATES! Lovely country setting for this 9 room Colonial located in desirable CGS School District (K-8). This property features 4 bedrooms,2 full 2 half baths,newer central air, first floor laundry and bright cheery kitchen. There are tile, & hardwood floors, 2 zone heat by FHA gas, a formal dining room and family room with fireplace. A bonus is the finished lower level with half bath. Nice deck which overlooks very private backyard. The attic is floored and there is an irrigation system. 2 hour notice needed.
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Property History
Market Insights
62.7%
Price Range
201
Total Days on Market
3
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Previous Transaction - MLS #73543963
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Oct 8, 2026
$799,999
MLS #73543963
Currently Listed
Jul 7, 2026
$799,999
MLS #73543963 - Active
Sold
Jan 22, 2015
$400,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 201
Listed for Sale
Oct 16, 2014
$435,900
Original listing
Agent: Kathleen Donoghue
Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Tewksbury
Previous Transaction - MLS #70058091
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Sep 10, 2004
$430,000
MLS #70058091
Previous Transaction - MLS #30397420
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jul 14, 2000
$298,554
MLS #30397420
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/08/2026 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $799,999 | - | - | MLS #73543963 |
| 07/07/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $799,999 | - | - | MLS #73543963 - Active |
| 01/22/2015 | ✓ Sold | $400,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 10/16/2014 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $435,900 | - | - | Original listing |
| 09/10/2004 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $430,000 | - | - | MLS #70058091 |
| 07/14/2000 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $298,554 | - | - | MLS #30397420 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | $4,961 | $334,100 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$4,961
Tax Year 2014
Assessed Value
$334,100
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
2000
Living Area
2,613 sq ft
Lot Size
1.22 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
2
Total Rooms
9
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Fireplace
Family Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Finished
Laundry
First Floor
Features
Bathroom - Half, Game Room
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Features
Deck, Sprinkler System
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Under, Off Street
Total Spaces
8
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$4,961
Assessed Value
$334,100
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
grey
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
201 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
2000
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,613 sq ft
Total Rooms
9
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Dimensions12 x 13
FeaturesFlooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelSecond
Dimensions12 x 12
FeaturesFlooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelSecond
Dimensions13 x 27
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelSecond
Dimensions12 x 13
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions11 x 18
FeaturesBathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Balcony / Deck
LevelFirst
Dimensions13 x 13
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions13 x 15
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck
Room Markers
BRBedroom (4)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
BABathroom (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater
Interior Features:
Bathroom - Half, Game Room
Windows:
Basement:
Finished
Laundry:
First Floor
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
2000
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck, Sprinkler System
Patio & Porch:
Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Wooded
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
8
Parking Features:
Under, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Family Room
Community Amenities:
Shopping, Golf, Highway Access
Nearby Schools
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
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
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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257 Howe St, Methuen MA 01844
Methuen, MA 01844
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Kathleen Donoghue
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Tewksbury
Office Phone
978-851-3731
Agent MLS ID
D0000368
Office MLS ID
BB9572
Listing Data Updated
Jan 22, 2015 11:19 AM EST
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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