97 Birchwood Rd Methuen, MA 01844
The East End Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,311
Sq Ft
4,792
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Central Heating
- 4-minute walk to Howard Playstead
About This Home
As of March 2019Beautiful renovated cape near Holy Family Hospital. Ideal starter home, featuring 5 rooms, 2 bedroom, 1 bath. This property features hardwood floors, renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, 1 car detached garage, yard & much more. A must see to appreciate! Motivated seller! The city record indicates one bedroom, but the 2nd level has a finished room and there's potential for a 3rd bedroom.
Last Buyer's Agent
Oliver Beauchemin
Realty One Group Next Level
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,791
Year Built
- Built in 1936
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
Kitchen
- <<builtInRangeToken>>
Flooring
- Wood
- Concrete
- Vinyl
Utilities
- Central Heating
- Hot Water Baseboard Heater
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Basement
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 15, 2019
Closed on
Mar 20, 2019
Sold by
Nakkoul Jihad H
Bought by
Arsenault Kirsten
Seller's Agent
Raul Ortega
Realty ONE Group Nest
Buyer's Agent
Oliver Beauchemin
Realty One Group Next Level
List Price
$299,500
Sold Price
$280,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,500
-6.51%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.96%
Original Mortgage
$238,000
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 24, 2007
Sold by
Geha Ibrahim E
Bought by
Nakkoul Jihad H
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$223,900
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 1, 2006
Sold by
Dwyer Alice Est and Morley
Bought by
Geha Ibrahim E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$157,600
Interest Rate
6.47%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $280,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $279,900 | -- | |
| Deed | $279,900 | -- | |
| Deed | $197,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $197,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $236,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Closed | $238,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $223,900 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $42,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $157,600 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $19,700 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/10/2025 06/10/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/04/2025 06/04/25 | For Sale | $483,900 | +72.8% | $369 / Sq Ft |
| 03/22/2019 03/22/19 | Sold | $280,000 | -6.5% | $214 / Sq Ft |
| 03/01/2019 03/01/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/15/2019 01/15/19 | For Sale | $299,500 | -- | $228 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,791 | $452,800 | $188,500 | $264,300 |
| 2024 | $4,706 | $433,300 | $169,000 | $264,300 |
| 2023 | $4,377 | $374,100 | $149,500 | $224,600 |
| 2022 | $4,026 | $308,500 | $117,000 | $191,500 |
| 2021 | $3,808 | $288,700 | $110,500 | $178,200 |
| 2020 | $3,722 | $276,900 | $104,000 | $172,900 |
| 2019 | $3,594 | $253,300 | $97,500 | $155,800 |
| 2018 | $3,500 | $245,300 | $97,500 | $147,800 |
| 2017 | $3,267 | $223,000 | $91,000 | $132,000 |
| 2016 | $3,009 | $203,200 | $84,500 | $118,700 |
| 2015 | $2,610 | $178,800 | $70,200 | $108,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Patricia Lee
Seller's Agent in 2025
Patricia Lee
ERA Key Realty Services
(978) 590-1869
18 Total Sales
-
Raul Ortega
Seller's Agent in 2019
Raul Ortega
Realty ONE Group Nest
(978) 375-4351
5 in this area
42 Total Sales
-
O
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Oliver Beauchemin
Realty One Group Next Level
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72441562
APN: METH-000816-000044-000006
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