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
Sold for $540,000
$540,000
897 Riverside Dr, Methuen, MA 01844
3beds
1,638sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
4,138 Square Feet Lot
$553,800 Zestimate®
$330/sqft
$3,484 Estimated rent
Home value
$553,800
$504,000 - $609,000
$3,484/mo
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Recently updated deckLow-maintenance yard
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Listed by:
Alfred Colon 978-390-4920,
Empire Real Estate™ 978-662-1981
Bought with:
Maria Ledo
Pena Realty Corporation
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73329038
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,638
- Total interior livable area: 1,638 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,638
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Vinyl
- Exterior features: Deck - Vinyl, Storage, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 4,138 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 2042314
- Zoning: RG
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Highway Access
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Methuen
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $330/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $443,200
- Annual tax amount: $4,813
- Date on market: 1/26/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/4/2025 | Sold | $540,000$330/sqft |
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| 1/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $540,000$330/sqft |
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| 1/24/2025 | Listing removed | $540,000$330/sqft |
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| 1/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $540,000$330/sqft |
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| 1/20/2025 | Contingent | $540,000$330/sqft |
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| 1/16/2025 | Price change | $540,000-1.1%$330/sqft |
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| 1/1/2025 | Price change | $545,897-1.7%$333/sqft |
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| 12/2/2024 | Price change | $555,485-3.4%$339/sqft |
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| 11/6/2024 | Listed for sale | $574,897+128.1%$351/sqft |
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| 7/18/2003 | Sold | $252,000+255.2%$154/sqft |
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| 7/30/1999 | Sold | $70,950-32.4%$43/sqft |
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| 7/31/1996 | Sold | $105,000$64/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,865 +1.1% | $459,800 +3.7% |
| 2024 | $4,813 +7.3% | $443,200 +15.6% |
| 2023 | $4,486 | $383,400 |
| 2022 | $4,486 +13.9% | $383,400 +28.4% |
| 2021 | $3,940 -0.1% | $298,700 +1.8% |
| 2020 | $3,943 +4.6% | $293,400 +10.4% |
| 2019 | $3,770 +5% | $265,700 +5.6% |
| 2018 | $3,589 +4% | $251,500 +6.7% |
| 2017 | $3,452 +11% | $235,600 +12.2% |
| 2016 | $3,109 +4.8% | $209,900 +3.3% |
| 2015 | $2,967 +4.1% | $203,200 +5.9% |
| 2014 | $2,850 +4.6% | $191,900 +1.4% |
| 2013 | $2,724 -2.8% | $189,200 -12% |
| 2012 | $2,802 +6.6% | $214,900 +3.7% |
| 2011 | $2,629 -5.1% | $207,200 -11.3% |
| 2010 | $2,770 +2% | $233,600 -7% |
| 2009 | $2,717 +3.6% | $251,300 -1.8% |
| 2008 | $2,623 +6.2% | $255,900 |
| 2007 | $2,469 +4% | $255,900 |
| 2006 | $2,375 +7.1% | $255,900 +15.9% |
| 2005 | $2,217 +7% | $220,800 +25% |
| 2004 | $2,072 0% | $176,600 |
| 2003 | $2,073 +19.3% | $176,600 +52.9% |
| 2001 | $1,738 -0.8% | $115,500 |
| 2000 | $1,752 -14.6% | $115,500 +26.6% |
| 1998 | $2,052 | $91,200 |
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Neighborhood: 01844
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