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$489,025$365 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $333,500 on Apr 30, 2019

40 RIVERDALE ST

METHUEN, MA 01844
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,340 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1895
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$489K
$469K low$509K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$333,500 · Apr 30, 2019
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$161,070
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$128,856
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.64%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$327,955
MORTGAGE EQUITY PARTNERS LLC · recorded Jan 7, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,516 (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.$426,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$207,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$219,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$494,760

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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.Steam
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(8)

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

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

H
Methuen High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
E
Timony Grammar SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 2.1 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

40 Riverdale 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 less than 84% of homes in Essex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Methuen 01844
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Methuen 01844
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Methuen 01844
  • Older than 98% of homes in Methuen 01844

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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$287K$976K

This home is worth more than 21% 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$489,025
CheaperTypical $587,322Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$365
CheaperTypical $332Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,340 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,863 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1895
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 40 Riverdale St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMethuen 01844Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$489,02521% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36569% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,340 ft²23% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac31% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than18952% of homes10% of homes

About 40 Riverdale St

How much is 40 Riverdale St, Methuen, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 40 Riverdale St, Methuen, MA is $489,025 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $469,320 to $508,730. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 40 Riverdale St, Methuen, MA last sell?

40 Riverdale St, Methuen, MA last sold on Apr 30, 2019 for $333,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 40 Riverdale St, Methuen, MA?

40 Riverdale St, Methuen, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,340 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 40 Riverdale St, Methuen, MA built?

40 Riverdale St, Methuen, MA was built in 1895, making it 131 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 40 Riverdale St, Methuen, MA?

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

How does 40 Riverdale St, Methuen, MA compare to other homes in Methuen 01844?

Among the 15,024 homes in Methuen 01844, it is worth more than 21% of them ($489,025 against a typical $587,322), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($365 against a typical $332), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,340 ft² against a typical 1,863 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1895 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 16% 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 40 Riverdale St, Methuen, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 40 Riverdale St, Methuen, MA was $4,516. The county assessed it at $426,800.

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