197 Oakland Ave, Methuen MA 01844 - Photo 2

197 Oakland Ave, Methuen MA 01844

Methuen, MA 01844

$330,000

Beds

Baths

1,272

Sq Ft

$259

Price/Sq Ft

0.80

Acres

1940

Year Built

Parking

Single Family Residence

Type

Days on Market

Sold Listed Sep 25, 2025 • MLS# 73428629 Copied! • Updated Dec 5, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview

Original List Price: $314,900

                            Final Sale Price:
                            $330,000
                        

Difference: +$15,100 (+4.8%)

Performance Metrics

104.8%

List to Sale Ratio

Sold above asking price

Days on Market

Quick sale

Price per Square Foot Analysis

Original $/sq ft: $248

                            Sale $/sq ft:
                            $259
                        

This property sold for $259 per square foot

Sale Summary

This property sold for 4.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 14 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 7 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property

$259/sq ft

Area Median

$360/sq ft

Difference

28.0%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

Don’t miss this opportunity to own a 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home set on a rare 0.8-acre lot. The property offers tremendous potential and is ideal for investors or buyers eager to add value with renovations and updates. With its convenient location close to local amenities, schools, and major routes, this home provides a great foundation for customization. Whether you’re looking for a project, an investment, or a chance to build equity, this property is full of possibilities.

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Property History

Market Insights

45.6%

Price Range

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73564689

Full transaction history available when tracking began

🏡

Currently Listed

Aug 17, 2026

$579,000

MLS #73564689 - Active

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✓

Sold

Dec 4, 2025

Property sold

🏠

Listed for Sale

Sep 25, 2025

$314,900

Original listing

Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
08/17/2026	🏡 Currently Listed	$579,000	-	-	MLS #73564689 - Active
12/04/2025	✓ Sold	-	-	-	Property sold
09/25/2025	🏠 Listed for Sale	$314,900	-	-	Original listing

Tax History

Year	Taxes	Assessment
2025	$4,866	$459,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax

$4,866

Tax Year 2025

Assessed Value

$459,900

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Single Family Residence

Year Built 1940

Living Area 1,272 sq ft

Lot Size 0.80 acres

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 1

Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas

Cooling None

Flooring Carpet, Hardwood

Appliances Range, Refrigerator

Fireplace None

Basement Interior Entry, Unfinished

Laundry None

Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame

Architecture Cape

Roof Shingle

Features None

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing None

Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric 100 Amp Service

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $4,866

Assessed Value $459,900

HOA & Community

Fee Includes None

Amenities None

Optional Fee Includes None

MA Disclosures

Seller Disclosures Subject To Seller Finding Suitable Housing. Property To Be Sold In As-in Condition. Buyer And Buyers Agent To Perform Due Diligence.

Additional Details

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) 15 days

Property Overview

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Listing Type

Sold

Year Built

1940

Bedrooms

Full Bathrooms

Living Area

1,272 sq ft

Total Rooms

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood

Appliances: Range, Refrigerator

Interior Features:

Windows:

Basement: Interior Entry, Unfinished

Laundry:

Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape

Year Built: 1940

Structure Type:

Exterior Materials: Frame

Roof: Shingle

Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas

Cooling: None

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:

Patio & Porch:

Fencing:

Other Structures:

Lot Features: Level, Sloped

Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2

Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

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Neighborhood

197 Oakland Ave, Methuen MA 01844

Methuen, MA 01844

Listing Information

Listing Agent Justina Alfano

Listing Office Royal Realty, Inc.

Office Phone 978-685-1067

Agent MLS ID CN217943

Office MLS ID AC1211

Listing Data Updated Dec 5, 2025 11:07 AM EST

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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