Tucked away on a private 1.22-acre lot, this spacious Colonial offers the perfect blend of space, privacy, and convenienceall priced to sell. A long driveway welcomes you to a secluded setting surrounded by mature trees, creating a peaceful retreat just minutes from The Loop, major highways, and the Methuen Country Club. Inside, you'll find 4 generous bedrooms, 2 full baths, and 2 half baths, including an oversized primary suite with a walk-in closet and private bath. The expansive backyard is made for entertaining, featuring a deck, an above-ground pool with its own sun deck, and plenty of room to relax or play. Opportunities to own a home with this much space, privacy, and value in such a prime location don't come around oftenschedule your showing before it's gone.
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
1.22 acresLot Size
$306Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Gabriela Pena• Chinatti Realty Group, Inc.
The North End, located between the Merrimack River and the Lawrence line, is a residential and commuter-friendly Methuen neighborhood with river-edge scenery and a patchwork of wooded streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Route 113 corridor near the I-93 ramps, where auto shops, corner takeout counters, and small service storefronts set a practical, on-the-go tone. Housing leans toward mid-century capes and ranches mixed with newer subdivisions, with backyards that meet tree lines. River views and pocket green spaces shape a quieter rhythm away from the main road. Daily errands often orbit nearby plazas rather than a single main street.
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Offer insights
257 Howe St · $799,999
$800K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $800K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
87 days
The average home goes pending in 23 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.6%
Most homes are selling 2% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Finished full basement
Wood, tile and vinyl flooring
Decorative lighting
8 total rooms
One fireplace
Bedrooms
Bedrooms not specified
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
2 half bathrooms
Kitchen
Range
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Flooring
Wood
Tile
Vinyl
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating (natural gas)
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Wooded lot
Deck
Above-ground private pool
Storage
Home design
Single family residence
Grey exterior
Parking
Attached garage (2 spaces)
2 covered spaces
6 open parking spaces (8 total)
Garage faces side
Under-garage parking
Paved driveway
Construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Built (year per public records)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Solar/power production installed in 2020 (lease approx. $144/month)
HOA & community
Community amenities: public transportation, shopping, pool, park, walk/jog trails, golf, highway access
Not a senior community
Financial info
Tax information not included per instructions
Electricity and solar
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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.
MLS PIN #70058091
Sep 10, 2004
Sold
$430,000
$165/sq ft
Aug 4, 2004
Listing Removed
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Jul 2, 2004
Listed
$439,900
$168/sq ft
Country setting, meticulously maintained. 8 room colonial, located in desirable CGS School District. Features bright cheery kitchen, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Lots of tiles and hardwood, central air. Quality throughout. Won't last!
MLS PIN #30397420
Jul 14, 2000
Sold
$298,554
$114/sq ft
Jun 7, 2000
Listing Removed
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Mar 29, 2000
Listed
$295,900
$113/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,164 (+5.7%)
$228,600 + $383,700
$612,300
2022
$6,778 (+6.1%)
$187,200 + $332,200
$519,400
2021
$6,389 (+0.7%)
$176,900 + $307,500
$484,400
2020
$6,345 (+1.8%)
$176,900 + $295,200
$472,100
2019
$6,234 (+5.0%)
$166,500 + $272,800
$439,300
2018
$5,938 (+3.8%)
$156,100 + $260,000
$416,100
2017
$5,721 (+3.1%)
$156,100 + $234,400
$390,500
2016
$5,549 (+9.8%)
$145,800 + $228,900
$374,700
2015
$5,055 (+1.9%)
$145,800 + $200,400
$346,200
2014
$4,961 (+6.3%)
$133,400 + $200,700
$334,100
2013
$4,668 (+10.4%)
$129,200 + $195,000
$324,200
2012
$4,228 (−1.1%)
$129,200 + $195,000
$324,200
2011
$4,275 (+0.8%)
$138,200 + $198,700
$336,900
2010
$4,239 (+2.7%)
$146,500 + $210,900
$357,400
2009
$4,128
$154,800 + $227,100
$381,900
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
1.22 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,613
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,613
Year built
2000
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
3692545
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° 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
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 20% for direct sun exposure in Methuen. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
5.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 257 Howe St
$792,011
$7,988 under list price of $800K
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