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61 Thornton Ave Methuen — Photo 1 of 11

$494,900

61 Thornton Ave, Methuen, MA 01844

Methuen, MA 01844

Beds

Baths

SqFt

1,020

Style

Single Family

Built

1905

Charming three-bedroom Colonial with an exciting BRAND-NEW KITCHEN! Beautifully updated and move-in ready, this home features a stunning new kitchen with stainless steel appliances, BRAND-NEW FLOORING throughout, and updated windows. The flexible first-floor layout offers the potential for a convenient primary bedroom, with easy access to the dining room and gorgeous new kitchen. Full of character and opportunity, this lovely home is nestled in a desirable Merrimack Valley location, close to local amenities, shopping, dining, and commuter routes. OPEN HOUSE: Sunday Sept 6th, 10am-Noon!

Market Value Analysis

This Property

Size (SqFt) →Price →

This Property$485/sqft

Local Avg (Methuen)$341/sqft

42% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Methuen, MA.

Financials

Original Price$494,900

Annual Taxes$4,607

Parking

Garage0

Off-Street2

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms6

FireplacesNone

Flooring--

BasementPartial

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard

CoolingNone

WaterPublic

SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame

RoofShingle

FoundationOther

ZoningRES

Property & Lot

Acres0.51

SqFt Lot22,476

Lot FeaturesLevel, Other

Geography

Population

53,420

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$113K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

27.7%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Essex County

992 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-15% vs the prior 12 months) — 515 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 510 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,020 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 22,476 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Full Methuen, MA market report ZIP 01844 market data

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Blaise Coco

Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty Salem

MLS® Number: 73572111