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Off Market Mar 2025 for $540K

$592,116

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,926/mo

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1,638

sq ft

897 Riverside Dr, Methuen, MA 01844

About this home

Close to restaurants and natural attractions . . . plus a updated deck for grilling and socializing! A special Methuen find, this 3-bedroom 2-bath Cape Cod home awaits its new owners. Located on a charming street, the home is within pedestrian range of parks and open spaces Raymond J. Martin Riverside Park, and minutes to the shopping and dining options of Merrimac Plaza. The low-maintenance yard is easy on the back, wallet, and schedule. On the recently updated deck, the grill, cooler, and household barbecuer form a natural trio.Updated shower/tub. New electrical panel. Reflecting the incoming sunlight, hardwoods exude a legacy feel in the entryway and living areas.The kitchen is pleasantly appointed and the natural light lends warmth to the room.The 3 bedrooms and office offer the luxury of private space.The driveway area easily parks 5 vehicles.The unfinished basement also presents a menu of conversion options, whether you want a rec room, guest room, studio, or home office

Single-familyProperty Type

1940Year Built

4,138 sq ftLot Size

$361Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

5 spacesParking

Listed by Alfred Colon • Empire Real Estate™

Bought with Maria Ledo • Pena Realty Corporation

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73329038

Redfin Estimate

$592,116

$52K since sold in March 2025$8,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 12.6% higher than the average sale price ($526K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$555,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,447 sq ft
108 Ashland Ave, Methuen, MA 01844
SOLD AUG 24, 2026
$405,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,328 sq ft
64 Columbus Ave, Lawrence, MA 01841
SOLD DEC 19, 2025
$565,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,728 sq ft
32 Glen Ave, Methuen, MA 01844
SOLD APR 3, 2026
$610,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,594 sq ft
1100 Essex St, Lawrence, MA 01841
SOLD DEC 16, 2025
$547,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,630 sq ft
18 Ames St, Lawrence, MA 01841
SOLD BY REDFIN JUL 20, 2026
$472,000
F
2 beds1.5 baths1,742 sq ft
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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 897 Riverside Dr

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73329038

Mar 4, 2025

Sold

$540,000

$330/sq ft

Jan 24, 2025

Listed

$540,000

$330/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 18, 2003

Sold

$252,000

$154/sq ft

MLS PIN #30314837

Aug 2, 1999

Sold

$141,900

$87/sq ft

May 26, 1999

Listing Removed

—

Apr 28, 1999

Listed

$139,900

$85/sq ft

MLS PIN #30100266

Aug 2, 1996

Sold

$105,000

$64/sq ft

Jul 30, 1996

Listing Removed

—

Apr 17, 1996

Listed

$105,900

$65/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$4,486 (+8.0%)

$153,900 + $229,500

$383,400

2022

$4,154 (+5.4%)

$121,900 + $196,400

$318,300

2021

$3,940

$115,500 + $183,200

$298,700

2020

$3,943 (+4.6%)

$115,500 + $177,900

$293,400

2019

$3,770 (+5.0%)

$105,700 + $160,000

$265,700

2018

$3,589 (+4.0%)

$99,500 + $152,000

$251,500

2017

$3,452 (+11.0%)

$99,500 + $136,100

$235,600

2016

$3,109 (+4.8%)

$87,000 + $122,900

$209,900

2015

$2,967 (+4.1%)

$87,000 + $116,200

$203,200

2014

$2,850 (+4.6%)

$79,600 + $112,300

$191,900

2013

$2,724 (−2.8%)

$79,600 + $109,600

$189,200

2012

$2,802 (+6.6%)

$92,000 + $122,900

$214,900

2011

$2,629 (−5.1%)

$82,100 + $125,100

$207,200

2010

$2,770 (+2.0%)

$99,500 + $134,100

$233,600

2009

$2,717

$105,700 + $145,600

$251,300

Tax history for 897 Riverside Dr

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$4,486 (+8.0%)

$153,900 + $229,500

$383,400

2022

$4,154 (+5.4%)

$121,900 + $196,400

$318,300

2021

$3,940

$115,500 + $183,200

$298,700

2020

$3,943 (+4.6%)

$115,500 + $177,900

$293,400

2019

$3,770 (+5.0%)

$105,700 + $160,000

$265,700

2018

$3,589 (+4.0%)

$99,500 + $152,000

$251,500

2017

$3,452 (+11.0%)

$99,500 + $136,100

$235,600

2016

$3,109 (+4.8%)

$87,000 + $122,900

$209,900

2015

$2,967 (+4.1%)

$87,000 + $116,200

$203,200

2014

$2,850 (+4.6%)

$79,600 + $112,300

$191,900

2013

$2,724 (−2.8%)

$79,600 + $109,600

$189,200

2012

$2,802 (+6.6%)

$92,000 + $122,900

$214,900

2011

$2,629 (−5.1%)

$82,100 + $125,100

$207,200

2010

$2,770 (+2.0%)

$99,500 + $134,100

$233,600

2009

$2,717

$105,700 + $145,600

$251,300

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4,356 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,638

Year built

1940

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

2042314

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: First

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: First

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Living Room Information
Level: First

Dining Room Information
Level: First

Kitchen Information
Level: First

Basement Information
Basement: Full

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,638
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Blue

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Vinyl
Exterior Features: Deck - Vinyl, Storage, Fenced Yard

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,813
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Route 93 To Riverside Drive
UnparsedAddress: 897 Riverside Drive, Methuen MA 01844

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Highway Access

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,638
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2042314

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Tenney Grammar School

Public K-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi

4/10

Methuen High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi

3/10

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Lifestyle

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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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Methuen, MA • 01844

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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.

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Estimated sale price

$563,000 – $681,000

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Home values near 897 Riverside Dr

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
898 Riverside Drive, Methuen, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 792 Sq. Ft.	$458,602
901 Riverside Drive, Methuen, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1664 Sq. Ft.	$509,231

Address	Redfin Estimate
896 Riverside Drive, Methuen, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1269 Sq. Ft.	$510,634
899 Riverside Drive, Methuen, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 936 Sq. Ft.	$454,818

Address	Redfin Estimate
903 Riverside Drive, Methuen, MA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1404 Sq. Ft.	$552,377
895 Riverside Drive, Methuen, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1428 Sq. Ft.	$534,125

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