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$875,137$249 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $849,000 on Oct 22, 2025

386 FOREST ST

METHUEN, MA 01844
6
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,508 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2.03 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$875K
$811K low$940K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$849,000 · Oct 22, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,961 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$752,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$310,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$441,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$806,455

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.17 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyESSEX
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1979
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.03
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.In-Ground Pool

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Marsh Grammar SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Methuen High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi

District: Methuen School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01844These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.77
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.94

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.54,537
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,372 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$92,027
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,832
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

386 Forest St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 94% of homes in Methuen 01844
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Essex County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Methuen 01844
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Methuen 01844
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Methuen 01844

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$282K$975K

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Methuen 01844.

How it measures up in Methuen 01844

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Methuen 01844.

Estimated value$875,137
CheaperTypical $580,562Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$249
CheaperTypical $327Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area3,508 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,872 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size2.03 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 386 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMethuen 01844Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$875,13794% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24910% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than3,508 ft²95% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.03 ac97% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than197760% of homes69% of homes

About 386 Forest St

How much is 386 Forest St, Methuen, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 386 Forest St, Methuen, MA is $875,137 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $810,664 to $939,610. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 386 Forest St, Methuen, MA last sell?

386 Forest St, Methuen, MA last sold on Oct 22, 2025 for $849,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 386 Forest St, Methuen, MA?

386 Forest St, Methuen, MA has 6 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,508 square feet of living space and a 2.03-acre lot.

When was 386 Forest St, Methuen, MA built?

386 Forest St, Methuen, MA was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 386 Forest St, Methuen, MA?

386 Forest St, Methuen, MA is assigned to Marsh Grammar School (elementary), rated B-; Methuen High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Methuen School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 386 Forest St, Methuen, MA compare to other homes in Methuen 01844?

Among the 15,024 homes in Methuen 01844, it is worth more than 94% of them ($875,137 against a typical $580,562), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($249 against a typical $327), it is bigger than 95% of them (3,508 ft² against a typical 1,872 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (2.03 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1977 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 71% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 386 Forest St, Methuen, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 386 Forest St, Methuen, MA was $7,961. The county assessed it at $752,500.

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