261 Forest St, Methuen, MA 01844
OFF MARKET

261 Forest St
Methuen, MA 01844

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,968 sqft

$640,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,832/mo*
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$640,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,832/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,968 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1959
Living Area
1,968 sqft
Price/Sqft
$326

About this House

Located in West Methuen's Marsh School District, this ranch home was fully remodeled in 2012. The kitchen was expanded, a new dining area was added, the hardwood floors were refinished and the bath updated. Along with all those the basement was also finished adding additional living space and a second bath. The roof and heating system were replaced and central AC added. The inside was just freshly repainted and the floors shined making this a truly move-in ready home. With it's close access to Forest Lake, Salem NH shopping and highways to get you to Boston, the beaches or the mountains, you won't want to miss out on this one.
261 Forest St, Methuen, MA 01844 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,968 sqft single-family home built in 1959. It last sold for $369,900 on Oct 16, 2017. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $640,900, with a rent estimate of $4,142/month.

Home Details for 261 Forest St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Other, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRefrigerator

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: VinylPatio
Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1959
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9578 sqft

Price History for 261 Forest St

DatePriceEventSource
10/16/2017$369,900Sold
N/A
08/14/2017$369,900PendingAgent Provided
08/04/2017$369,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/28/2012$139,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/04/2012$139,900PendingAgent Provided
06/30/2012$139,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Methuen

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$580K
$11.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.5%
Price per sq ft
$329
$8MoM
Available listings
115
17MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$5,203
Assessment$491,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 261 Forest St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
13 Riverview Ave, Methuen, MA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$665,000
11/26/25
3
2
1,974
9 Giles St, Methuen, MA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$645,000
07/09/26
3
2
1,400
24 N Lowell St, Methuen, MA
0.54
Single-Family Home
$500,000
11/24/25
3
1.5
2,215
14 Freeport Ave, Methuen, MA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$520,000
10/31/25
4
2
1,636
71 N Lowell St, Methuen, MA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$656,000
05/22/26
3
2
2,200
86 Butternut Ln, Methuen, MA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$726,000
12/17/25
3
2
1,786
41 Riverview Ave, Methuen, MA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$565,000
07/23/26
4
2.5
2,754
263 Forest St, Methuen, MA
0.01
Single-Family Home
$685,000
05/27/26
3
1.5
1,676
38 Butternut Ln, Methuen, MA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$739,000
12/11/25
3
2.5
1,856
20 N Lowell St, Methuen, MA
0.55
Single-Family Home
$580,000
10/07/25
3
3
2,274

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Methuen

At least 438 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 65 % Say kids play outside

  • 62 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 58 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 55 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 54 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 51 % Say there's wildlife

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 28 % Say there are community events

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  • SusanB
    "Oak St. has easy access to highways on either end of street, also very close to Shopping, Restaurants, and Hospitals. Kids played in yard all the time. Speed limit was just dropped from 25 mph to 20 mph. It is a very quiet street. It looks busier than it actually is. Great place to raise a family."
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  • Jasmine Cordero
    "Ive lived in this neighborhood since 2007 and i have never had any issues with anyone around here except for the on coming traffic this street is unforgiving if you’re not careful. The majority of people drive way to fast and they never stop to let anyone cross unless they have a red light so if it’s yellow be careful because the majority are going to speed up even faster to try to get passed the light before it turns red so if you have little ones i would definitely be very careful with children on Pelham Street in Methuen for sure otherwise no issues with the area "
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  • Trulia User
    "I leave on this neighborhood for 2 years and never have any problems all quiet good neighbors definitely a good neighborhood "
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  • Trulia User
    "Nice place to leave with the family and for older people,,, im leaving here for 2 years never have problems with neighbors "
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  • Lou Grasso
    "Safe, quiet and friendly neighborhood. Lived here since 1983. All 3 of our children went to public school system. "
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  • Trulia User
    "This is a great place to raise your children and bring family. There is a level of respect and appreciation with those in the neighborhood. Schools and public facilities are friendly and welcoming. I recommend Methuen to those who love community, safety and freedom for families to thrive."
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  • Dencil Polanco
    "Good school good community shopping is good restaurants are good around the area . Hospital very close by."
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  • Fragnater
    "Great town for children, Lots of good activities to do for parents and Children to do together soccer volleyball hiking swimming"
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  • Diana
    "Neighbors are amazing - it’s safe - very respectful neighborhood. Beautiful trees lining the street :-) lovely for walks "
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  • Mega M.
    "Quite neighborhood make relaxing environment to live here. Plus it's close to shopping center and very convenience to all major highways."
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  • Br L.
    "We hv lived in this neighborhood for 19 years and absolutely love it and all of our neighbors. We feel very fortunate to live in this beautiful, friendly neighborhood. It is the very best place to go walking and trick-or-treating!! "
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  • Gabbie S.
    "You generally don’t here dogs barking around the neighborhood but some dog owners don’t clean up after their dogs "
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  • Obeliskmj
    "Private, good to live in, quiet, passive . Clean and safe for people to walk in and exercise, to have fun with the family."
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  • Heather M.
    "Great walking trail (rail trail) but the sidewalks on the way there from my home has broken glass from bottles so you have to find a detour."
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  • Gabbie S.
    "The neighborhood is pretty lively, always a few houses that play there music. I wouldn’t call it a community event but it lets you know that people around here live happy lives. "
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  • Tracy M.
    "Access to shops and plenty of supermarkets. Diversity is a plus. Schools are great. Great restaurants. "
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  • Aaliyah G.
    "Easy access to highways. Close to shopping and restaurants. Straight shot into Boston from 495 close to MBTA in Haverhill."
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  • Massiel H.
    "I was born and raised her haven’t lived anywhere else friendly neighborhood and know it like the back of my hand "
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  • Genesis H.
    "It's a great neighborhood with great neighbors. I am happy to live here and looking forward to starting my family here. "
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  • Carol L.
    "All owners pick up their own dogs mess it’s just getting very loud with kids everybody does keep doing your yard very nice"
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  • Dawna M.
    "Easy access to the highway. Rt. 28 very close by. Snow removal needs improvement, there’s usually slush/snow on the hill making it hard to drive up it. "
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  • Dianafaydizoglio
    "Easy access to the highways, close to the elementary, middle and high school and quiet and peaceful. "
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  • Shannon H.
    "Great place to live. Schools are ok. Neighbors are nice. Neighboring towns are cool. Fun stuff to do. Convenient stores are located all over town. Has a movie theater "
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  • Najlajiminian
    "Great neighborhood for children and families!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
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  • Robson M. J.
    "Not much to see here other than the burned down mansion and 4th fireworks. loop is shopping area but Salem is literally next door with more options and no taxes."
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  • Cinxoxo24
    "They would love it , the neighborhood is pet friendly. The people are friendly as well . It’s a safe place "
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  • Karen_ferullo
    "Great neighborhood for dogs. Most people in the neighborhood have dogs. Many people are walking dogs on a daily basis "
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  • Richard S.
    "still has small town feel parks streets schools well maintained BWO politics effect Thank you very much"
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  • Robson M. J.
    "this place is nice and queit but the crime is going up. Also the burned down mansion isna good attraction."
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  • KarenHiraldo
    "very friendly people . the line between lawrence and methuen is not good , loud , never parking , party all the time . not good for kids . but deep into methuen best place . very calm ."
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  • Robson M. J.
    "Christmas is pretty festive here with a big ol' tree. also the fourth of July is nice here too. Other than that pretty boring"
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  • Stephanie H.
    "The yards around here are pretty good. In my area I’m close to farm land milk st area so if you let the dogs out at night have a light on they may find A skunk or a possum "
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  • Stephanie H.
    "People around my neighborhood do walk their dogs a lot. You even se some people everyday same time like clock work. Honestly is a great area to walk your dog. "
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  • Angel M. P.
    "Puertorican festival , Italian festival , yearly Christmas parade is very good , a lot of family owned businesses "
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  • Cheryl
    "not enough places for them to run. many people with jobs don't spend enough time outdoors with thier dogs. "
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  • Kimberlyahearn80
    "East Methuen is best I think but it depends on what neighborhoods you’re looking into. The valley is good."
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