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Listing broker remarks

Charming three-bedroom Colonial with an exciting BRAND-NEW KITCHEN! Beautifully updated and move-in ready, this home features a stunning new kitchen with stainless steel appliances, BRAND-NEW FLOORING throughout, and updated windows. The flexible first-floor layout offers the potential for a convenient primary bedroom, with easy access to the dining room and gorgeous new kitchen. Full of character and opportunity, this lovely home is nestled in a desirable Merrimack Valley location, close to local amenities, shopping, dining, and commuter routes. OPEN HOUSE: Sunday Sept 6th, 10am-Noon!— Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty Salem

Key details

  • 1,020 sq ft
  • 22,476 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 1 baths
  • 1905 built
  • $485 / sq ft
  • $4,607 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠2⁠1⁠1⁠1⁠
Last updated
Address
61 Thornton Ave
Town
Methuen, MA
ZIP
01844
Deed (Bk/Pg)
6083 / 222

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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.