Opportunity awaits at this spacious three-family property situated on a half-acre lot in Methuen! Offering 3,384 sq. ft. of living space, 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and parking for 6 vehicles, this property presents an attractive opportunity for investors and owner-occupants alike. Significant recent improvements include replacement of 34 windows (2025), a new roof (Spring 2026), and new rear entry stairs and deck (Summer 2026). The expansive first-floor residence offers 6 rooms, 2 bedrooms, hardwood floors, charming original woodwork, and architectural details, providing an excellent opportunity to update and make it your own. The second-floor front unit features 4 rooms, 2 bedrooms, and substantial updates completed approximately four years ago, including a fully renovated bathroom, new flooring, appliances, and front deck. The second-floor rear unit offers 3 rooms, 1 bedroom, and a three-season porch. Both second-floor apartments are occupied by long-term tenants, with rents currently well below market rates, offering potential for increased rental income. Additional features include a full basement offering ample storage, paved driveway, and a spacious unfinished attic offering possibilities for future development, subject to substantial construction and necessary approvals. A property with space, character, and opportunity! Showings begin at the Open House.
For sale
$865,000
96-98 Elm St, Methuen, MA 01844
5beds
3,384sqft
3 Family
Built in 1911
-- sqft lot
$857,500 Zestimate®
$256/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming original woodworkArchitectural detailsPaved drivewayHardwood floorsHalf-acre lotExpansive first-floor residence
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Listed by:
Kristopher Gergler 781-870-7046,
J. Barrett & Company 978-922-3683
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73593622
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,384
- Total interior livable area: 3,384 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,384
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: M:0616 B:0151 L:0003,2041728
- Zoning: RD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: 3 Family
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1911
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Shopping, Highway Access, Public School
Location
- Region: Methuen
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $256/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $707,400
- Annual tax amount: $7,357
- Date on market: 10/21/2026
- Total actual rent: 2600
Estimated market value
$857,500
$815,000 - $900,000
$2,714/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $865,000$256/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,189 +4.1% | $679,500 +6.9% |
| 2024 | $6,906 +0.7% | $635,900 +8.5% |
| 2023 | $6,860 | $586,300 |
| 2022 | $6,860 +14.6% | $586,300 +29.1% |
| 2021 | $5,988 -0.2% | $454,000 +1.7% |
| 2020 | $5,998 +5.8% | $446,300 +11.7% |
| 2019 | $5,667 +8.1% | $399,400 +8.8% |
| 2018 | $5,240 +4.3% | $367,200 +7.1% |
| 2017 | $5,025 +9.3% | $343,000 +10.5% |
| 2016 | $4,599 +10% | $310,500 +8.4% |
| 2015 | $4,181 +14.5% | $286,400 +16.4% |
| 2014 | $3,653 +4.9% | $246,000 +1.7% |
| 2013 | $3,483 +6.9% | $241,900 -3.2% |
| 2012 | $3,259 +2.8% | $249,900 |
| 2011 | $3,171 +2.9% | $249,900 -3.8% |
| 2010 | $3,081 -19% | $259,800 -26.2% |
| 2009 | $3,805 -5.2% | $352,000 -10.1% |
| 2008 | $4,013 +6.2% | $391,500 |
| 2007 | $3,778 +4% | $391,500 |
| 2006 | $3,633 +12.9% | $391,500 +22.1% |
| 2005 | $3,219 +11.5% | $320,600 +30.3% |
| 2004 | $2,887 -0.1% | $246,100 |
| 2003 | $2,889 +11.8% | $246,100 +43.4% |
| 2001 | $2,583 -0.8% | $171,600 |
| 2000 | $2,603 -7.5% | $171,600 +37.3% |
| 1998 | $2,813 | $125,000 |
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