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897 Riverside Drive

Methuen, MA 01844

3 beds
2 baths
1,638 sqft
4,138 sqft lot
$350 per sqft
1940 build
– on site

Close to restaurants and natural attractions . . . plus a updated deck for grilling and socializing! A special Methuen find, this 3-bedroom 2-bath Cape Cod home awaits its new owners. Located on a charming street, the home is within pedestrian range of parks and open spaces Raymond J. Martin Riverside Park, and minutes to the shopping and dining options of Merrimac Plaza. The low-maintenance yard is easy on the back, wallet, and schedule. On the recently updated deck, the grill, cooler, and household barbecuer form a natural trio.Updated shower/tub. New electrical panel. Reflecting the incoming sunlight, hardwoods exude a legacy feel in the entryway and living areas.The kitchen is pleasantly appointed and the natural light lends warmth to the room.The 3 bedrooms and office offer the luxury of private space.The driveway area easily parks 5 vehicles.The unfinished basement also presents a menu of conversion options, whether you want a rec room, guest room, studio, or home office

Listing courtesy of MLSPIN / Alfred Colon / Empire Real Estate™

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Nov 10, 2024 •

MLS# 73310276 —

The Building

Year Built:

1940
Year Built Details:

Approximate
Year Built Source:

Public Records
Architectural Style:

Cape
Construction Materials:

Frame
Roof:

Shingle
Basement:

Full
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features:

Deck - Vinyl
Door Features:

Storm Door(s)
Patio And Porch Features:

Deck - Vinyl
Accessibility Features:

No
Security Features:

Security System
Building Area Total:

1638
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Rooms Total:

7
Living Room Level:

First
Kitchen Level:

First
Dining Room Level:

First
Flooring:

Tile
Fireplace:

false

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1638

Location

Directions:

Route 93 To Riverside Drive
Latitude:

42.70127
Longitude:

-71.195854

The Property

Parcel Number:

2042314
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Lot Features:

Level
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Area:

0.09
Lot Size SqFt:

4138
Lot Size Acres:

0.09
Zoning:

RG
Fencing:

Fenced
Water View:

No
Waterfront:

false
Farm Land Area Units:

Square Feet
Road Frontage Type:

Public

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Lot:

00006
Tax Block:

00161
Tax Map Number:

00618
Tax Book Number:

8036
Tax Annual Amount:

4813
Tax Assessed Value:

443200

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3
Master Bedroom Level:

Second
Bedroom 2 Level:

First
Bedroom 3 Level:

First
Bedroom 4 Level:

Second

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2

The Listing

Home Warranty:

false

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Air
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

for Electric Range
Electric:

110 Volts
Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Electric Water Heater

The Community

Senior Community:

false
Community Features:

Public Transportation
Spa:

false
Association:

false

Parking

Garage:

false
Parking Total:

5
Parking Features:

Paved Drive
Open Parking:

true

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$574,897

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$3,078
Taxes	$401
Insurance	$158
Utilities	$243 See report
Total	$3,880/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
11/6/24 Nov 6, 2024	Listed / Active	MLSPIN	$574,897	305.1% (12.1% / YR)
8/2/99 Aug 2, 1999		MLSPIN	$141,900	35.1% (11.7% / YR)
8/2/96 Aug 2, 1996		MLSPIN	$105,000

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This house located in Methuen, Methuen, MA 01844 is currently for sale for $574,897. 897 Riverside Drive is a 1,638 square foot house with 3 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 15 days. 897 Riverside Drive is in the Methuen neighborhood of Methuen and has a WalkScore® of 51, making it somewhat walkable. This house is in the attendance area of Methuen High School and Tenney Grammar School.

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