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Off Market Aug 2021 for $675K

$816,174

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $459/mo

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2,854

sq ft

12 Observatory Rd, Methuen, MA 01844

About this home

This spacious and beautifully maintained West Methuen home could be yours. The open concept kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, large center island with granite countertop. This area flows seamlessly into your dining room, and two front living rooms where one can double as a home office (1 of 2!). There are stunning hardwood floors throughout the entire home. This flexible floor plan offers 3 bedrooms plus a media room that could be used as an additional 4th bedroom. Upstairs there are 2 generously sized guest rooms and large 3/4 bathroom. Oh and can't forget the 2nd floor laundry!. To cap off the upstairs, there is an oversized main suite, on-suite, walk in closet with custom closet system and additional office space. Love to entertain outside? The fenced outdoor space with deck and patio will not disappoint! There are apple and pear trees, as well as grape vines on the property. This home offers so many options on what you could do with the space, come check it out!

Single-familyProperty Type

1992Year Built

0.63 acresLot Size

$286Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Adam Burns • Burns Realty & Investments LLC

Bought with Team Zingales • Century 21 North East

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #72850366

Redfin Estimate

$816,174

$141K since sold in August 2021$6,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 13.7% higher than the average sale price ($718K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$565,000
A
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SOLD FEB 25, 2026
$810,000
B
4 beds2 baths2,929 sq ft
2 Westwind Dr, Methuen, MA 01844
SOLD MAR 31, 2026
$850,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths2,394 sq ft
2 Landmark Dr, Methuen, MA 01844
SOLD JAN 30, 2026
$666,000
D
4 beds2 baths2,734 sq ft
14 Youngfarm, Methuen, MA 01844
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$670,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,652 sq ft
19 Hideaway Ln, Methuen, MA 01844
SOLD APR 9, 2026
$745,000
F
5 beds2 baths3,083 sq ft
3 Oxyoke Dr, Methuen, MA 01844

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Market trends in 01844, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.3%

0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$600K

$40K MoM

Avg. days on market

22d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

138

28 MoM

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Sale history for 12 Observatory Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$7,400 (+7.2%)

$201,400 + $431,100

$632,500

2022

$6,900 (+6.3%)

$175,200 + $353,500

$528,700

2021

$6,491 (+1.0%)

$166,400 + $325,700

$492,100

2020

$6,427 (+1.6%)

$166,400 + $311,800

$478,200

2019

$6,326 (+4.8%)

$157,600 + $288,200

$445,800

2018

$6,036 (+3.2%)

$148,900 + $274,100

$423,000

2017

$5,850 (+0.1%)

$148,900 + $250,400

$399,300

2016

$5,844 (+7.2%)

$148,900 + $245,700

$394,600

2015

$5,453 (−1.3%)

$140,100 + $233,400

$373,500

2014

$5,524 (+0.7%)

$140,100 + $231,900

$372,000

2013

$5,484 (+10.4%)

$148,900 + $231,900

$380,800

2012

$4,966 (+6.9%)

$148,900 + $231,900

$380,800

2011

$4,646 (+1.1%)

$133,100 + $233,000

$366,100

2010

$4,596 (+2.4%)

$140,100 + $247,400

$387,500

2009

$4,490

$148,900 + $266,500

$415,400

Tax history for 12 Observatory Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$7,400 (+7.2%)

$201,400 + $431,100

$632,500

2022

$6,900 (+6.3%)

$175,200 + $353,500

$528,700

2021

$6,491 (+1.0%)

$166,400 + $325,700

$492,100

2020

$6,427 (+1.6%)

$166,400 + $311,800

$478,200

2019

$6,326 (+4.8%)

$157,600 + $288,200

$445,800

2018

$6,036 (+3.2%)

$148,900 + $274,100

$423,000

2017

$5,850 (+0.1%)

$148,900 + $250,400

$399,300

2016

$5,844 (+7.2%)

$148,900 + $245,700

$394,600

2015

$5,453 (−1.3%)

$140,100 + $233,400

$373,500

2014

$5,524 (+0.7%)

$140,100 + $231,900

$372,000

2013

$5,484 (+10.4%)

$148,900 + $231,900

$380,800

2012

$4,966 (+6.9%)

$148,900 + $231,900

$380,800

2011

$4,646 (+1.1%)

$133,100 + $233,000

$366,100

2010

$4,596 (+2.4%)

$140,100 + $247,400

$387,500

2009

$4,490

$148,900 + $266,500

$415,400

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.63 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,854

Year built

1992

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

2038598

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Oversized, Paved Drive, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Ceiling Fan(s),Vaulted Ceiling(s),Closet - Linen,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Third
Features: Skylight,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Skylight,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Closet - Linen,Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Low Flow Toilet,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Pendant,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Skylight,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Closet - Linen,Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Dryer Hookup - Electric,Washer Hookup,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Pendant,Lighting - Overhead

Living Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Decorative Molding

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Wine Chiller,Crown Molding

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding,Breezeway

Office Room Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Dining Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Insulated Windows
Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Concrete
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Lighting - Overhead, Archway, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Home Office, Bedroom, Central Vacuum, Wired for Sound

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,854
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame, Conventional (2x4-2x6)
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio, Covered
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees, Garden, Stone Wall

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.63
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,491
Tax Year: 2021

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Wood Stove, Fireplace(s)
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Observatory Rd is a ONE WAY off of Forest St. Hill St to Forest St to Observatory Rd
UnparsedAddress: 12 Observatory Rd, Methuen MA 01844

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,854
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.63 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1992
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2038598

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: Washer/Dryer, Fridges, Wine Fridges And Tools In Basement Are Negotiable To Stay Or Not
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Marsh Grammar School

Public K-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi

6/10

Methuen High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi

3/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Methuen, MA • 01844

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

9.1 hrs

4.4 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$776,000 – $939,000

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Home values near 12 Observatory Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5 Observatory Road, Methuen, MA 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2082 Sq. Ft.	$803,535
14 Observatory Road, Methuen, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2080 Sq. Ft.	$770,383

Address	Redfin Estimate
7 Observatory Road, Methuen, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1809 Sq. Ft.	$709,215
16 Observatory Road, Methuen, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2014 Sq. Ft.	$664,000

Address	Redfin Estimate
11 Observatory Road, Methuen, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3326 Sq. Ft.	$721,114
18 Observatory Road, Methuen, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2128 Sq. Ft.	$675,313

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