Looking for a home with CHARM and a chance to build some real value by adding your finishing touches? This solid 4 bedroom property has lovely original woodwork w built-in display shelves, a cozy cornered fireplace & hardwood floors throughout. All the knob and tube wiring just removed and a lot of wallpaper. What's left is painting and floor refinishing. Major upgrades have been done! Completely updated wiring, insulated thermal windows, & a recent 2nd floor full bath update. Fully applianced, the washer/dry and freezer will remain. Good sized bedrooms and closets. A lovely second floor trex deck off of a bedroom adds to the home's appeal. There is a walk up attic for storage. Vinyl siding is in great condition, a young roof, and a gas heating system which has been faithfully maintained. The level yard has a fenced grass area. A one car garage & 4 Off Street parking spaces.
Sold for $525,000
$525,000
21 Sunset Ave, Methuen, MA 01844
4beds
1,642sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
5,650 Square Feet Lot
$527,200 Zestimate®
$320/sqft
$3,615 Estimated rent
Home value
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Cozy cornered fireplaceLovely original woodworkOne car garageFenced grass areaOff street parkingBuilt-in display shelvesLevel yard
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Listed by:
The Carroll Group 978-475-2100,
RE/MAX Partners 978-475-2100,
Heather Holman 978-500-0626
Bought with:
Pedro Garcia
Garcia Realty, LLC
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73383925
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck
- Level: Second
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
- Area: 54
- Dimensions: 9 x 6
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Dining room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Decorative Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Family room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Closet, Flooring - Vinyl, Exterior Access
- Level: First
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 11 x 15
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Decorative Molding, Window Seat
- Level: First
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 14 x 16
Heating
- Baseboard, Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement, Washer Hookup
Features
- Sun Room, Internet Available - Unknown
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,642
- Total interior livable area: 1,642 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,642
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Vinyl
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Vinyl, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,650 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 2046376
- Zoning: RG
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park
- Subdivision: near Holy Family
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Methuen
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $320/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $457,500
- Annual tax amount: $4,840
- Date on market: 1/9/2026
- Listing terms: Estate Sale
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/30/2025 | Sold | $525,000+5%$320/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73383925 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2025 | Contingent | $499,900$304/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73383925 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $499,900+540.9%$304/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73383925 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/1997 | Sold | $78,000$48/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,840 +4.3% | $457,500 +7.1% |
| 2024 | $4,640 +4.1% | $427,300 +12.2% |
| 2023 | $4,458 | $381,000 |
| 2022 | $4,458 +13.1% | $381,000 +27.5% |
| 2021 | $3,941 +0.8% | $298,800 +2.8% |
| 2020 | $3,908 +3.2% | $290,800 +9% |
| 2019 | $3,786 +5% | $266,800 +5.6% |
| 2018 | $3,605 +5.7% | $252,600 +8.6% |
| 2017 | $3,409 +3% | $232,700 +4.2% |
| 2016 | $3,309 +4% | $223,400 +2.5% |
| 2015 | $3,183 +6.6% | $218,000 +8.4% |
| 2014 | $2,986 -0.1% | $201,100 -3.1% |
| 2013 | $2,989 +5.1% | $207,600 -4.8% |
| 2012 | $2,844 +6.5% | $218,100 +3.7% |
| 2011 | $2,670 -2.8% | $210,400 -9.2% |
| 2010 | $2,747 +2.6% | $231,600 -6.5% |
| 2009 | $2,677 +5.1% | $247,600 -0.3% |
| 2008 | $2,546 +6.2% | $248,400 |
| 2007 | $2,397 +4% | $248,400 |
| 2006 | $2,305 +9% | $248,400 +17.9% |
| 2005 | $2,115 +2.6% | $210,700 +19.9% |
| 2004 | $2,061 -0.1% | $175,700 |
| 2003 | $2,063 +15.9% | $175,700 +48.5% |
| 2001 | $1,780 -0.8% | $118,300 |
| 2000 | $1,795 -13.9% | $118,300 +27.8% |
| 1998 | $2,084 | $92,600 |
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Neighborhood: 01844
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