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359 Howe St, Methuen, MA, 01844

3beds
2baths
1,961sqft
$609,000
$311price/sqft
$4,169/moest. monthly cost
$166,760/yrincome needed

About This Home

Lovingly maintained and updated split level entry home with so much to offer. Kitchen has granite counters and stainless steel appliances. Dining room has hardwood floors which leads to a stunning, enclosed sunroom w/cathedral ceilings, skylights, ceiling fan and tile floor. Living room features hardwood floors, vaulted ceiling and fireplace The full bathroom on the first floor has been updated with a luxurious walk-in shower. Three bedrooms complete the living space on the first floor. Downstairs has a large finished family room with sliders leading to a covered patio. Half bath and laundry w/tile floor complete the lower level living area. Newer heating system and central a/c keep this house comfortable all year long. Two-stall garage with large driveway. Beautiful, large, level yard with storage shed. CGS school district, close to the highway and the Loop. Come see all this house has to offer. Open house Friday, 7/31 from 5-7 pm and Sunday, 8/2 from 11:30-1:30

Getting Around

5
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
17
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
3/10
Methuen High SchoolGrades 9-122.2 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1984

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Split Entry
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access

Bathroom1

  • Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled
  • Level: First

Bathroom2

  • Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
  • Level: Basement

Bedroom2

  • Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Level: First

Bedroom3

  • Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Level: First

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
  • Level: First

Family Room

  • Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Vinyl
  • Level: Basement

Features

  • Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Recessed Lighting,Sun Room
  • Window features: Skylight(s)
  • Flooring: Tile,Carpet,Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 575
  • Finished area above ground: 1,386

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Baseboard,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,961
  • Total interior livable area: 1,961 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Flooring - Laminate, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Level: First

Living Room

  • Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood
  • Level: First

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 2044636
  • Zoning: Res

Features

  • Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed
  • Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.50 Acres
  • Features: Corner Lot

Parking

  • Total spaces: 6
  • Parking features: Under,Off Street
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Uncovered spaces: 4

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

  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

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 $3,079$36,948
Home Insurance *$182$2,184
Property Taxes $522$6,264
Electricity $386$4,640
Total$4,169$50,028
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$142,937/yr
40% on housing$125,070/yr
45% on housing$111,173/yr

Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs

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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

$311This 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
2026-08-18Pending sale$609,000
2026-08-04Contingent$609,000
2026-07-29Listed for sale$609,000
1984-10-01Sold$92,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentChristopher D. Sciacca
BrokerageRE/MAX Partners

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