257 Howe St, Methuen MA 01844
Methuen, MA 01844
$814,900
Est. $4,958/month
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About this home
Tucked away on a private 1.22-acre lot, this spacious Colonial offers the perfect blend of space, privacy, and convenience—all 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 often—schedule your showing before it's gone.
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Property History
Property Timeline
Listed for Sale
Jul 7, 2026
$814,900
Original listing
Agent: Gabriela Pena
Office: Chinatti Realty Group, Inc.
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $814,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,647 | $722,800 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,647
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$722,800
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
2000
Living Area
2,613 sq ft
Lot Size
1.22 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
2
Total Rooms
8
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Vinyl
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Finished
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
None
Features
Deck, Pool - Above Ground, Storage, Decorative Lighting
Pool
Above Ground
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Under, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Paved
Total Spaces
8
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,647
Assessed Value
$722,800
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
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Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Grey
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
4 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
2000
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,613 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,191 sq ft above grade
422 sq ft below grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
PoolAbove Ground
Patio & porchDeck
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Tile, Vinyl
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Finished
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
2000
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck, Pool - Above Ground, Storage, Decorative Lighting
Patio & Porch:
Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Wooded
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
8
Parking Features:
Attached, Under, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Pool:
Private Pool
Pool Features:
Above Ground
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Highway Access
Nearby Schools
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
Elementary Schools
3 schools
C+
Comprehensive Grammar School
0.9 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
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
C
Donald P Timony Grammar School
2.0 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
Middle Schools
3 schools
D
Arlington Middle School
2.9 mi
|
#325 of 352
|
Score: 28.8
Improved 24 spots from last year
-29.4 below state avg
543 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 05-08
C-
Parthum Middle School
3.1 mi
|
#285 of 352
|
Score: 32.8
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
585 students
Less Diverse
Grades 05-08
F
Oliver Middle School
3.4 mi
|
#346 of 352
|
Score: 24.3
Dropped 28 spots from last year
-33.9 below state avg
348 students
Less Diverse
Grades 05-08
High Schools
3 schools
C+
Methuen High School
1.8 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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257 Howe St, Methuen MA 01844
Methuen, MA 01844
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Gabriela Pena
Listing Office
Chinatti Realty Group, Inc.
Office Phone
978-320-3377
Agent MLS ID
CN247173
Office MLS ID
AN7396
Listing Data Updated
Jul 11, 2026 3:05 AM 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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