For sale

$549,000

197 Oakland Ave, Methuen, MA 01844

3beds

1,272sqft

$3,586/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1940

0.8 Acres Lot

$550,300 Zestimate^®

$432/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Convenient laundryNew roofStainless steel appliancesAll-new windowsExceptional renovationSpacious dining areaGleaming wood floors

Everything has been done! You'll notice the gleaming wood floors and exceptional renovation the moment you walk in. Beautiful 6-room, 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath Cape offering the perfect blend of modern amenities and classic charm! The inviting floor plan features an open kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances overlooking a spacious dining area, 1st floor bedroom, a full ceramic tile bath, livingroom and convenient laundry complete the main level. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms and a second full ceramic tile bath. Major improvements include all-new windows, all new plumbing and electrical, blown-in insulation throughout, a new roof, new copper water line and electrical service to the street. Basement is clean w/walk out and offers expansion possibilities. A back yard awaits future BBQ's and newly paved driveway with room for four cars. This freshly renovated home is vacant and waiting for it's new owners to move in just in time for the holidays!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Level: First
Area: 129.1
Dimensions: 10.83 x 11.92

Bedroom 2

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Level: Second
Area: 182.94
Dimensions: 14.83 x 12.33

Bedroom 3

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Level: Second
Area: 254.38
Dimensions: 15.42 x 16.5

Primary bathroom

Features: No

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Level: First
Area: 51.02
Dimensions: 7.75 x 6.58

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Level: Second
Area: 50.88
Dimensions: 8.25 x 6.17

Dining room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
Level: First
Area: 210.83
Dimensions: 11.5 x 18.33

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting
Level: First
Area: 145.94
Dimensions: 11.83 x 12.33

Living room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
Level: First
Area: 209.44
Dimensions: 12.08 x 17.33

Heating

Baseboard, Natural Gas

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Laundry: Laundry Closet, Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, First Floor, Washer Hookup

Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Sump Pump,Concrete,Unfinished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,272
Total interior livable area: 1,272 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,272

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 4
Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street
Uncovered spaces: 4

Features

Patio & porch: Porch
Exterior features: Porch

Lot

Size: 0.8 Acres
Features: Wooded

Details

Foundation area: 0
Parcel number: M:0514 B:0140 L:0064,2039216
Zoning: RG

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cape
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Block
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1940

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Public School, Sidewalks

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Methuen

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $432/sqft
Tax assessed value: $486,000
Annual tax amount: $5,054
Date on market: 10/27/2026

Estimated market value

$550,300

$523,000 - $578,000

$3,099/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/27/2026	Listed for sale	$549,000-3.3%$432/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73595582 Report a problem
10/12/2026	Listing removed	$568,000$447/sqft
Source: eXp Realty #73564689 Report a problem
9/29/2026	Price change	$568,000-1%$447/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73564689 Report a problem
9/19/2026	Price change	$573,900-0.9%$451/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73564689 Report a problem
8/17/2026	Listed for sale	$579,000+75.5%$455/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73564689 Report a problem
12/4/2025	Sold	$330,000+4.8%$259/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73428629 Report a problem
10/2/2025	Contingent	$314,900$248/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73428629 Report a problem
9/25/2025	Listed for sale	$314,900$248/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73428629 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,866 +2.1%	$459,900 +4.8%
2024	$4,766 +6.8%	$438,900 +15.1%
2023	$4,462	$381,400
2022	$4,462 +15.3%	$381,400 +30%
2021	$3,870 -0.3%	$293,400 +1.6%
2020	$3,883 +2.6%	$288,900 +8.3%
2019	$3,786 +5.3%	$266,800 +5.9%
2018	$3,596 +2.9%	$252,000 +5.7%
2017	$3,493 +11.7%	$238,400 +12.9%
2016	$3,126 +4.2%	$211,100 +2.8%
2015	$2,999 +5%	$205,400 +6.8%
2014	$2,856 +4.3%	$192,300 +1.2%
2013	$2,737 -4.1%	$190,100 -13.1%
2012	$2,853 +6.3%	$218,800 +3.5%
2011	$2,684 -6.5%	$211,500 -12.6%
2010	$2,870 +2%	$242,000 -7%
2009	$2,813 +2.5%	$260,200 -2.8%
2008	$2,745 +6.2%	$267,800
2007	$2,584 +10.9%	$267,800 +6.7%
2006	$2,330 +9.6%	$251,100 +18.6%
2005	$2,125 +8.4%	$211,700 +26.6%
2004	$1,961 -0.1%	$167,200
2003	$1,963 +28%	$167,200 +64.1%
2001	$1,534 -0.8%	$101,900
2000	$1,546 -14.4%	$101,900 +26.9%
1998	$1,807	$80,300