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24 Locust Rd, Methuen, MA, 01844

2beds
2baths
1,296sqft
$545,000
$421price/sqft
$3,739/moest. monthly cost
$149,560/yrincome needed

About This Home

***OFFER DEADLINE TODAY TUESDAY 8/4 6:30pm. EASY TO SHOW*** WOW RARE CHARACTER & CHARM, MOVE RIGHT IN! ESTABLISHED SOUGHT AFTER TREE-LINED NEIGHBORHOOD. ONE-LEVEL living & 2 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE!! Stunning WALK UP ATTIC (the ultimate storage OR potential to expand to Cape style with a primary suite, multiple bedrooms, or other bonus space)! PARTIALLY FINISHED BASEMENT (with bathroom/shower & work area)!! Charming "mid-century traditional Ranch/Cape" with "Colonial Revival & Federal influences." 5 archways. Classic brick exterior. LIVING ROOM FIREPLACE: Large central chimney, timeless mantel, wood fireplace sellers use each winter. Corner lot, mature perennial plantings, trees, beautiful backyard. Sellers use dining room area as an office, but could also be a sitting room, extended kitchen area, or some other flex room. LONG LIST OF UPDATES: main floor bathroom 2023, granite front steps 2020, back patio 2021, fridge 2021, Whirlpool washer & dryer 2020, double oven stainless steel stove 2025, basement windows 2020, bulkhead 2021, privacy fence 2019, garage doors 2013, newer stainless steel chimney cap. WiFi & fiber optic internet available. Central air AC & heat (main floor AND basement)! STORAGE: 7 closets (w/kitchen pantry closet), plus basement & attic. All appliances included: 2 refrigerator/freezers, stove, microwave, washer, dryer, sink disposal. 2 CAR GARAGE, plus 2+ driveway spots (4+ total spaces). City water & sewer. Covered recessed front entryway. BONUS SPACE & BATHROOM IN BASEMENT: Good ceiling height, so many possibilities! Relax in your heated ENCLOSED PORCH with views of both sides of your backyard. Stately columns, beautiful aged hardwood throughout, including "mosaic parquet," perhaps original "midcentury," carved details & moulding throughout. Some of the largest classic single family homes in the neighborhood are on Locust Road. "Historic CASTLE WALLS" at both ends of this road. Now is your opportunity to enjoy this cherished home & lifestyle! DON'T MISS OUT!

Getting Around

64
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
41
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

4/10
Tenney Grammar SchoolGrades K-80.4 mi
3/10
Methuen High SchoolGrades 9-120.5 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1949

Materials

  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Brick,See Remarks

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Cape,Ranch,Other (See Remarks)
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Other,Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Laundry features: Sink,In Basement,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Concrete

Bathroom1

  • Level: First

Bathroom2

  • Level: Basement

Bedroom2

  • Level: First

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Dining Room

  • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Attic Access, Archway
  • Level: First

Features

  • Ceiling Fan(s),Sun Room,Walk-up Attic,High Speed Internet,Internet Available - Unknown,Other
  • Flooring: Wood,Tile,Hardwood,Parquet,Other
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area above ground: 1,296

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central,Forced Air,Oil,Electric,Wood,Other
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Other

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,296
  • Total interior livable area: 1,296 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: First

Living Room

  • Features: Archway
  • Level: First

Master Bedroom

  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: M:00714 B:00032 L:00004,2043801
  • Zoning: RG
  • Exclusions: Sellers Personal Property Excluded.

Features

  • Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed,Patio
  • Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed,Patio,Rain Gutters,Fenced Yard,Garden,Other
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced

Lot

  • Lot size: 10,385 sqft
  • Features: Corner Lot,Level,Other

Parking

  • Total spaces: 4
  • Parking features: Attached,Storage,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Ice Storm
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties

Hurricane

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,755$33,060
Home Insurance *$163$1,956
Property Taxes $467$5,604
Electricity $354$4,259
Total$3,739$44,868
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$128,194/yr
40% on housing$112,170/yr
45% on housing$99,706/yr

Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs

Massachusetts Property Insurance Underwriting Association

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HailHail
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Current Policies
Residential: 213,928Commercial: 230
Total Premiums$400.85M
Total Exposure$115.57B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.2%
8.2%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.9%
7.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.5%
-0.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$421This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 01844$291
Essex County$385

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 01844$338
Essex County$387

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-12Pending sale$545,000
2026-08-05Contingent$545,000
2026-07-28Listed for sale$545,000
2013-05-15Sold$225,000
2013-03-22Listed for sale$229,900
2012-06-12Sold$197,000
2012-05-17Pending sale$199,900
2012-03-08Price change$199,900
2012-02-08Price change$210,000
2012-01-17Listed for sale$230,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentJessica Finocchiaro
BrokerageCentury 21 McLennan & Company

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