Classic Cape Charm. A Welcoming Neighborhood. Room to Make It Your Own. There’s something special about a home with timeless character and a welcoming streetscape. Set on a level lot along a sidewalk-lined street in an established Methuen neighborhood, this charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath, 1-car attached Cape style home offers classic appeal, right down to the mail slot and mail delivered to your door! Inside, natural light and hardwood flooring throughout the living room, dining room, staircase, and bedrooms provide a warm foundation. The dining room offers a welcoming place to gather, while the front-to-back spacious living room features a wood-burning fireplace and a place to gather with an adjacent screened porch which provides access to the backyard. The level, private backyard and patio offer space to relax, garden, or entertain. Upstairs, two spacious bedrooms continue the home’s classic character. One includes an adjoining sitting room or study, offering versatility for a home office, reading nook or walk-in closet. A convenient updated full bath completes the upper level. The basement provides laundry, a utility sink and storage. Public water and sewer, natural gas, and steam heat offer everyday practicality and will keep you warm this winter along with newer DH tilt-pane windows. Some exterior work needed, paint and new trim. Conveniently located near Routes 213 and 495, and I-93, with shopping, restaurants, and area hospitals nearby, this home offers a blend of neighborhood charm and commuter convenience. Showings begin at OPEN HOUSES - Saturday 10/24 (11am to 1pm) and Sunday 10/25 (1 to 3pm).
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Last Checked: October 23rd, 2026 at 7:53pm (Source: MLS PIN #73594388)
Garage Parking
Air Conditioning
Waterview
Lead Paint Free
General Information for 22 Houston Avenue, Methuen MA 01844
Listing ID73594388
Property TypeSingle Family / Detached
Price$549,900 ($400.22/SqFt)
StyleColonial
CityMethuen
CountyEssex
Neighborhood(s)
Garage Parking1
ZoningRC
Year Built1927
Year Built SourcePublic Records
Year Built DetailsActual
Interior Features for 22 Houston Avenue, Methuen MA 01844
Approximate Living Area Total1374
Living Area Includes BasementNo
Rooms6
Bedrooms2
Primary En Suite BathroomYes
BasementFull
Cooling1, Split
Fireplaces
AppliancesRange
FlooringTile
Electric
Exterior Features for 22 Houston Avenue, Methuen MA 01844
Approximate Lot Size (Acres)0
Approximate Lot Size (Square Feet)0.2
Total Parking4 (1 Garage)
Garage Parking1
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer
Lot FeaturesGentle Sloping
Parking Features1
Exterior FeaturesPorch
Foundation Materials
Construction MaterialsFrame
Road Frontage Type
Patio & PorchCovered
Roof MaterialAsphalt/fiberglass Shingles
Utility Connections
Water ViewsNo
Water Views Features
Waterfront0
Waterfront Features
Pool Features
Horse Permitted0
Horse Amenities
Disclosures for 22 Houston Avenue, Methuen MA 01844
Lead PaintNone
UFFI
Living Area Includes BasementNo
Living Area Disclosure
Building Area SourcePublic Records
Special Listing Conditions
ExclusionsSurveillance Devices
Compensation Based On
Financial Information for 22 Houston Avenue, Methuen MA 01844
Association Fee
Association Fee Frequency
Association Fee Includes
Real Estate Tax5368
Tax Year2025
Assessed Value$506,300
Location Information for 22 Houston Avenue, Methuen MA 01844
Elementary SchoolTimony Grammar
Middle SchoolTimony Grammar
High SchoolMethuen High School
Neighborhood(s)
Area AmenitiesWalk/jog Trails
Contact Information for 22 Houston Avenue, Methuen MA 01844