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$592,635$501 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $14,000 on Aug 6, 1991

5 ROYAL DR

METHUEN, MA 01844
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,184 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.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$593K
$562K low$623K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$14,000 · Aug 6, 1991

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,331 (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.$503,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$207,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$296,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$499,890

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.Raised Ranch
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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.

H
Methuen High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Timony Grammar SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.4 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

5 Royal Dr 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 67% of homes in Essex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Methuen 01844
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Methuen 01844
  • Newer than 82% 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.

This home
$258K$960K

This home is worth more than 53% 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$592,635
CheaperTypical $583,210Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$501
CheaperTypical $329Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,184 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,871 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 5 Royal Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMethuen 01844Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$592,63553% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$50197% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than1,184 ft²15% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac38% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than199077% of homes82% of homes

About 5 Royal Dr

How much is 5 Royal Dr, Methuen, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Royal Dr, Methuen, MA is $592,635 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $562,078 to $623,192. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Royal Dr, Methuen, MA last sell?

5 Royal Dr, Methuen, MA last sold on Aug 6, 1991 for $14,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Royal Dr, Methuen, MA?

5 Royal Dr, Methuen, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,184 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 5 Royal Dr, Methuen, MA built?

5 Royal Dr, Methuen, MA was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. It is a raised ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5 Royal Dr, Methuen, MA?

5 Royal Dr, 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 5 Royal Dr, Methuen, MA compare to other homes in Methuen 01844?

Among the 15,024 homes in Methuen 01844, it is worth more than 53% of them ($592,635 against a typical $583,210), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($501 against a typical $329), it is bigger than 15% of them (1,184 ft² against a typical 1,871 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (1990 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 33% 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 5 Royal Dr, Methuen, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Royal Dr, Methuen, MA was $5,331. The county assessed it at $503,900.

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