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8 Francella Rd, Methuen MA 01844

Methuen, MA 01844 • West Methuen
$258,500
2
Beds
1
Baths
945
Sq Ft
$274
Price/Sq Ft
0.23
Acres
1960
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
8
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 8, 2015 • MLS# 71899872 Copied! • Updated Oct 30, 2015

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $262,500
Final Sale Price: $258,500
Difference: $4,000 (-1.5%)
Performance Metrics
98.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
8
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $278
Sale $/sq ft: $274
This property sold for $274 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.5% below the original asking price.

With only 8 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 2 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$274/sq ft
Area Average
$128/sq ft
Difference
+114.8%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

About this home

Original owners have meticulously maintained this Ranch for the last 55 years! This is the perfect home for 1st time buyers, someone looking to downsize, or as a condo alternative. Eat in Kitchen has laminate flooring, solid wood cabinets, granite counters and some stainless steel appliances. The Kitchen offers direct access to the "front to back" oversized unheated Sun Room. Original hardwood flooring in both Bedrooms and in the Living Room. Some partially finished space in the lower level. Enjoy the low maintenance vinyl siding exterior, economical gas heat (2006 Weil-McLain Gold boiler), central air, vinyl replacement windows, central vacuum, updated electrical panel and 2-car attached garage. Roof is approximately 10 years old. This West Methuen location offers quick access to Route 93 for commuters, as well as an abundance of shopping and dining venues in Methuen and nearby Salem, NH.

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Property History

Market Insights

55%
Price Range
9
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73552974
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jul 21, 2026
$575,000
MLS #73552974 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #73230287
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jun 13, 2024
$480,000
MLS #73230287
Sold
Oct 30, 2015
$258,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 9
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Listed for Sale
Sep 8, 2015
$262,500
Original listing
Agent: June Sparks Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Andover

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2015 $3,203 $219,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,203
Tax Year 2015
Assessed Value
$219,400

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1960
Living Area 945 sq ft
Lot Size 0.23 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Wood Laminate, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Garage Access, Concrete
Laundry In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Ceiling Fan(s), Sun Room, Central Vacuum

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Ranch
Roof Shingle
Features Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Screens
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch - Enclosed
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 6
Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Oven, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $3,203
Assessed Value $219,400
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Hardwood Flooring Underneath Living Room Carpet. 2nd Toilet In Basement Works Fine. There Is A Utility Pump In The Basement (not A Sump Pump), Used Minimally Only If Heavy Spring Rain. Back Yard Abuts Bellevue Cemetery.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color White
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Does not include unheated Sun Room or Basement.
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 9 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1960
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
945 sq ft
Total Rooms
5

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1
7 x 9
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Kitchen
12 x 14
Closet, Flooring - Laminate, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Bedroom2
12 x 13
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Living Room
12 x 17
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Master Bedroom
13 x 13
Cedar Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Bathroom2
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
No

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Wood Laminate, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Sun Room, Central Vacuum
Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Garage Access, Concrete
Laundry: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

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

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Screens
Patio & Porch: Porch - Enclosed
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
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
Saint Ann's Home School
0.4 mi
Grades K-12
The Islamic Academy
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
St. Monica Elementary School
1.2 mi
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
Donald P Timony Grammar School
1.8 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
B
Marsh Grammar School
2.5 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
C+
Comprehensive Grammar School
2.7 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
Early Childhood Center
1.1 mi
163 students Diverse
Grades PK-K
H

High Schools

3 schools
Notre Dame Cristo Rey High School
1.3 mi
17 sports • 423 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-11
Presentation of Mary Academy
1.3 mi
Grades 09-12
C+
Methuen High School
1.9 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
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Neighborhood

West Methuen

8 Francella Rd, Methuen MA 01844

Methuen, MA 01844

Listing Information

Agent MLS ID G9502955
Office MLS ID G25600
Listing Data Updated Oct 30, 2015 2:02 PM 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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