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2 Hitching Post Lane, Methuen MA 01844

Methuen, MA 01844 • East Methuen
$590,000
6
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,580
Sq Ft
$165
Price/Sq Ft
2.02
Acres
2000
Year Built
3
Garage Spaces
277
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 17, 2015 • MLS# 71906410 Copied! • Updated Aug 15, 2016

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $650,000
Final Sale Price: $590,000
Difference: $60,000 (-9.2%)
Performance Metrics
90.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
277
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $182
Sale $/sq ft: $165
This property sold for $165 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 9.2% below the original asking price.

At 277 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

About this home

With woods on three sides, this fabulous 5-6 bedroom, 3500+ sq. ft. home is one of a kind. Desirable private neighborhood and over 2 acres of land. The home has many amenities including a 4 car garage, inground pool, stand by whole house generator & interior elevator from garage level to second floor, making the home wheelchair accessible. Large eat in kitchen gleams w/ granite counter, center island, stainless steel appliances & lots of warm honey oak cabinets. The home features your choice of either a 1st floor or 2nd floor master bedroom both w/ hrdwd floors, walk in closets & master bathrooms. Snuggle up in winter in your family room w/ cozy corner gas log fireplace which opens to sunroom w/ 2 picture windows & cathedral ceiling. Enormous 3 season porch off rear of house / nice built ins & benches. Formal dining room & half bath on 1st floor. 1st & 2nd floor both have oak hardwood floors in great condition. Remarkable finished bonus rooms on 3rd flr for teens or guests. Much More!!

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Property History

Market Insights

50.8%
Price Range
305
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73495547
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Apr 17, 2026
$1,200,000
MLS #73495547 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #72765498
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Mar 1, 2021
$810,000
MLS #72765498
Sold
Aug 15, 2016
$590,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 305
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Listed for Sale
Sep 18, 2015
$599,900
Original listing
Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2015 $8,421 $576,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,421
Tax Year 2015
Assessed Value
$576,800

Facts & Features

3 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 2000
Living Area 3,580 sq ft
Lot Size 2.02 acres
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 12

Interior

Heating Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air, Dual
Flooring Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace Family Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Concrete
Laundry Laundry Closet, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Washer Hookup, First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features Beamed Ceilings, Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Countertops - Upgraded, Attic Access, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cable Hookup, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Countertops - Stone/granite/solid, Countertops - Paper Based, Closet, Slider, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Storage, Den, Sitting Room, Bedroom, Sun Room, Bathroom, Mud Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Porch - Enclosed, Pool - Inground, Storage, Screens, Fruit Trees, Kennel
Pool In Ground
Spa Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch - Enclosed
Garage Spaces 3
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Driveway, Paved
Total Spaces 9
Electric Generator, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Gas Dryer, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $8,421
Assessed Value $576,800
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color White
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 305 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
2000
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,580 sq ft
Total Rooms
12
Main Level Bedrooms
1

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom2
Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Enclosed Shower - Fiberglass

Second Floor

Bedroom5
15 x 19
Bathroom - Full, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Bedroom4
15 x 12
Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom3
12 x 15
Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom2
12 x 15
Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom3
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Other Floor

Living Room
Office
Master Bathroom
Yes

Main,First Floor

Dining Room
13 x 13
Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Chair Rail
Kitchen
24 x 13
Bathroom - Half, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances
Master Bedroom
19 x 15
Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Cable Hookup
Family Room
25 x 15
Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, French Doors, Cable Hookup

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Countertops - Upgraded, Attic Access, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cable Hookup, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Paper Based, Closet, Slider, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Storage, Den, Sitting Room, Bedroom, Sun Room, Bathroom, Mud Room
Windows: Window(s) - Picture, Screens
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Concrete
Laundry: Laundry Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Washer Hookup, First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

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

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: Central Air, Dual
Cooling Zones: 3
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Pool - Inground, Storage, Screens, Fruit Trees, Kennel
Patio & Porch: Porch - Enclosed
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Wooded, Easements, Gentle Sloping, Sloped
Road Frontage: 164.00 ft
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 9
Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Driveway, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Family Room
Pool: Private Pool
Pool Features: In Ground
Community Amenities: Shopping, Medical Facility, Highway Access
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
1.0 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
C
Donald P Timony Grammar School
1.9 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
1.9 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
St. Monica Elementary School
2.4 mi
Grades K-08
The Islamic Academy
3.0 mi
Grades PK-08
Saint Ann's Home School
4.0 mi
Grades K-12
B
Marsh Grammar School
4.2 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
4.3 mi
163 students Diverse
Grades PK-K
H

High Schools

3 schools
C+
Methuen High School
1.7 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
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

East Methuen

2 Hitching Post Lane, Methuen MA 01844

Methuen, MA 01844

Listing Information

Listing Office Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty
Office Phone 603-434-2377
Agent MLS ID G0002353
Office MLS ID AN0992
Listing Data Updated Aug 15, 2016 4:56 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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