Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $540,000 on Aug 8, 2025
13 RIVER PL
METHUEN, MA 01844
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,604 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$540,000 · Aug 8, 2025
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.$405,000
AMERICAN NEIGHBORHOOD MTG ACCEPTANC · recorded Aug 8, 2025
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,618 (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.$531,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$186,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$344,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$531,000
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.22 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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Two Family
CountyEssex
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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.In-Ground Pool
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.Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
HE
Methuen High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
Marsh Grammar SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 2.4 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%
Ownership
OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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
13 River Pl 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.
- Smaller than 65% of homes in Methuen 01844
- Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Methuen 01844
- Older than 91% 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.
Living area1,604 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,872 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 35% of homes nearby
Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger
Bigger than 10% of homes nearby
Year built1900
OlderTypical 1969Newer
Newer than 9% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Methuen 01844 | Essex County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,604 ft² | 35% of homes | 39% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.12 ac | 10% of homes | 19% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1900 | 9% of homes | 21% of homes |
About 13 River Pl
When did 13 River Pl, Methuen, MA last sell?
13 River Pl, Methuen, MA last sold on Aug 8, 2025 for $540,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 13 River Pl, Methuen, MA?
13 River Pl, Methuen, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,604 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.
When was 13 River Pl, Methuen, MA built?
13 River Pl, Methuen, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a two family home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 13 River Pl, Methuen, MA?
13 River Pl, Methuen, MA is assigned to Methuen High School (high), rated D+; Marsh Grammar School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Methuen School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 13 River Pl, Methuen, MA compare to other homes in Methuen 01844?
Among the 15,024 homes in Methuen 01844, it is bigger than 35% of them (1,604 ft² against a typical 1,872 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1900 against a typical 1969). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 13 River Pl, Methuen, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 13 River Pl, Methuen, MA was $5,618. The county assessed it at $531,000.
More homes on River Pl
- 4 River Pl$513K3 bd · 1 ba · 1,292 ft² · Sold $494K · Aug 2025
- 11 River Pl # 134 bd · 2 ba · 2,238 ft² · Sold $520K · Nov 2020
- 8 River Pl$486K4 bd · 1 ba · 1,128 ft² · Sold $375K · Nov 2019
- 15 River Pl4 bd · 2 ba · 2,784 ft² · Sold $245K · Jan 2012
- 7 River Pl$506K3 bd · 1 ba · 1,268 ft² · Sold $90K · Jul 1998
- 21 River Pl5 bd · 2 ba · 3,038 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
Closest homes
- 7 River Pl$506K49 ft · 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,268 ft² · Sold $90K · Jul 1998
- 36 Union St64 ft · 4 bd · 2.5 ba · 3,568 ft² · Sold $202K · Dec 2012
- 40 Union St # 4278 ft · 5 bd · 2 ba · 3,073 ft² · Sold $345K · Aug 2015
- 11 River Pl # 1399 ft · 4 bd · 2 ba · 2,238 ft² · Sold $520K · Nov 2020
- 44 Union St$479K98 ft · 2 bd · 1 ba · 1,554 ft² · Sold $207K · Nov 2014
- 28 Union St # 30103 ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,956 ft² · Sold $610K · Jun 2024
- 15 River Pl150 ft · 4 bd · 2 ba · 2,784 ft² · Sold $245K · Jan 2012
- 32 Union St # 34138 ft · 5 bd · 2 ba · 2,205 ft² · Sold $525K · Jun 2020
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- 22 Lippold St$550K4 bd · 2 ba · 2,142 ft² · Sold $600K · Jul 2026
- 48 Causeway St$600K3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,391 ft² · Sold $633K · Jul 2026
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