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$678,198$314 / 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 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $320,000 on Oct 28, 2005

53 SALEM ST

METHUEN, MA 01844
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,160 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$678K
$661K low$696K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$320,000 · Oct 28, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,478 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$622,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$228,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$394,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$583,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$670,100

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.0.46
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
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.No

Transaction History(6)

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 SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Methuen High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 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%

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How this home compares

53 Salem 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 74% of homes in Methuen 01844
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Essex County
  • 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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$259K$955K

This home is worth more than 74% 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$678,198
CheaperTypical $583,181Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$314
CheaperTypical $329Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area2,160 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,872 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 53 Salem St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMethuen 01844Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$678,19874% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31441% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than2,160 ft²64% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac62% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than197862% of homes69% of homes

About 53 Salem St

How much is 53 Salem St, Methuen, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53 Salem St, Methuen, MA is $678,198 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $660,507 to $695,889. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53 Salem St, Methuen, MA last sell?

53 Salem St, Methuen, MA last sold on Oct 28, 2005 for $320,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 53 Salem St, Methuen, MA?

53 Salem St, Methuen, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,160 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 53 Salem St, Methuen, MA built?

53 Salem St, Methuen, MA was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 53 Salem St, Methuen, MA?

53 Salem St, Methuen, MA is assigned to Marsh Grammar School (elementary), rated C; 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 53 Salem St, Methuen, MA compare to other homes in Methuen 01844?

Among the 15,025 homes in Methuen 01844, it is worth more than 74% of them ($678,198 against a typical $583,181), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($314 against a typical $329), it is bigger than 64% of them (2,160 ft² against a typical 1,872 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1978 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 48% 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 53 Salem St, Methuen, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 53 Salem St, Methuen, MA was $6,478. The county assessed it at $622,900.

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