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Listing broker remarks

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.— Chinatti Realty Group, Inc.

Key details

  • 2,613 sq ft
  • 1.22 acres
  • 4 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 2000 built
  • $311 / sq ft
  • $7,647 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠4⁠3⁠9⁠6⁠3⁠
Last updated
Address
257 Howe St
Town
Methuen, MA
ZIP
01844
Deed (Bk/Pg)
15042 / 6

Map

Neighborhood: Methuen

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.