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Sold on 09/02/2021

12 Observatory Rd, Methuen, MA 01844

$910,000

Last sold 09/02/2021 for $675K

  • 4

    bed

  • 2.5

    bath

  • 2,854

    Sqft ($237/Sqft)

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About 12 Observatory Rd

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1992
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 0.63 Acre
Movoto estimate
Parking 2 garage spaces
Property description
This spacious and beautifully maintained West Methuen home could be yours. The open concept kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, large center island with granite countertop. This area flows seamlessly into your dining room, and two front living rooms where one can double as a home office (1 of 2!). There are stunning hardwood floors throughout the entire home. This flexible floor plan offers 3 bedrooms plus a media room that could be used as an additional 4th bedroom. Upstairs there are 2 generously sized guest rooms and large 3/4 bathroom. Oh and can't forget the 2nd floor laundry!. To cap off the upstairs, there is an oversized main suite, on-suite, walk in closet with custom closet system and additional office space. Love to entertain outside? The fenced outdoor space with deck and patio will not disappoint! There are apple and pear trees, as well as grape vines on the property. This home offers so many options on what you could do with the space, come check it out!
Listed by
Listing Agent - Adam Burns
Listing Office - Burns Realty & Investments
Source: MLS Property Information Network, Inc. mls logo
MLS#72850366 • last updated 5 years ago
Movoto checked MLS Property Information Network, Inc. for data 4 minutes ago
Overview
Levels/Style Colonial, Saltbox
Type Single Family
SubType Detached
MLS # 72850366
SqFt 2854
Status Sold
Lot Size (Acre) 0.63
Property Tax 6491
Year Built 1992
Short Sale (Y/N) No
Foreclosure (Y/N) No
Interior
# Full Baths 2
Bathroom 2 Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Skylight, Ceiling - Vaulted, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Low Flow Toilet, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead
Bathroom 3 Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Skylight, Ceiling - Vaulted, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead
Primary Bathroom Yes
Bathroom 1 Bathroom - Half
# Half Baths 1
Primary Bedroom Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Ceiling - Vaulted, Closet - Linen, Closet - Walk-in, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
Bedroom 3 Skylight, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 2 Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood
Total # of Bedrooms 4
Total # of Rooms 7
Add'l Room 3 Flooring - Hardwood, Home Office
Family Room Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
Add'l Room 2 Exercise Room, Closet, Flooring - Concrete
Laundry Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
Kitchen Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Breezeway
Dining Room Fireplace, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Wine Chiller, Crown Molding
Add'l Room 4 Bedroom
Add'l Room 1 Fireplace, Ceiling - Vaulted, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Walk-in Storage, Lighting - Overhead, Archway, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Bonus Room
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Concrete Floor, Exterior Access
# Fireplaces 2
Interior Features Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Main Level, Decorative Molding, Central Vacuum, Security System, Cable Available, Wired for Surround Sound
Exterior
Foundation Poured Concrete
Exterior Wood
Construction Frame, Conventional (2x4-2x6)
Garage/ Parking Attached, Oversized Parking
Parking Desc Paved Driveway
# Parking Spaces 4
# Garage Spaces 2
Exterior Features Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Stone Wall
Lot Desc Paved Drive, Fenced/Enclosed
Amenities / Utilities
Green Features: Energy Efficiency Insulated Windows, Storm Doors, Prog. Thermostat
Utility Connections For Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Utilities: Hot Water Natural Gas
Water Source City/Town Water
HOA Amenities Public School
Location
Area West Methuen
County Essex
Middle School Marsh Grammar
Elementary School Marsh Grammar
High School MHS
APN M:00416 B:00154 L:0009AA, 2038598
Lot/ Land Details
Road Type Public, Publicly Maint.
$910K
Range: $791K-$1.02M
Last 30 days 
  • Sep 2021
    mls logo MLS # 72850366
  • Sep 2, 2021 Sold
    $675,000 (+3.9%)
  • Jun 15, 2021 Listed
    $649,900 (+36.8%)
  • Nov 2016
    mls logo MLS # 72084621
  • Nov 5, 2016 Price Change
    $474,900 (-3.1%)
  • Oct 21, 2016 Listed
    $489,900
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2025
    $7,824 +1.9%
    $739,500 +4.6%
  • 2024
    $7,678 +3.8%
    $707,000 +11.78%
  • 2023
    $7,400 +7.2%
    $632,500 +19.63%
  • 2022
    $6,900 +6.3%
    $528,700 +7.44%
  • 2021
    $6,491 +1.0%
    $492,100 +2.91%
  • 2020
    $6,427 +1.6%
    $478,200 +7.27%
  • 2019
    $6,326 +4.8%
    $445,800 +5.39%
  • 2018
    $6,036 +3.2%
    $423,000 +5.94%
  • 2017
    $5,850 +0.1%
    $399,300
  • 2016
    $5,844 +7.2%
    —
  • 2015
    $5,453
    —
  • 12 Observatory Rd
    $675K
  • The West End
    $624K -6% y/y
  • 01844
    $644K +12% y/y
  • Methuen
    $649K +6% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
14 Observatory Rd, Methuen, MA 01844 $834,000 4/2 2,080 0.03
30 Overlook Dr, Methuen, MA 01844 $857,000 3/2 2,083 0.03
34 Overlook Dr, Methuen, MA 01844 $909,000 3/2 2,400 0.04
26 Overlook Dr, Methuen, MA 01844 $920,000 4/3 2,364 0.05
1 Blackberry Ln, Methuen, MA 01844 $938,000 3/2 3,168 0.05
15 Observatory Rd, Methuen, MA 01844 $859,000 4/2 2,327 0.05
16 Observatory Rd, Methuen, MA 01844 $742,000 3/1 2,014 0.06
2 Blackberry Ln, Methuen, MA 01844 $883,000 4/2 2,528 0.06

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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