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METHUEN, MA 01844

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Essex County
Buyer's Market
July 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 01844

Arlington · Clover Hill · Prospect Hill (Back Bay) · Tower Hill

Market Analysis

Data as of July 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The METHUEN, MA real estate market (01844) currently shows 129 active listings, with 76 pending sales. Homes are averaging 41 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 79 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 41 days on market compared to 29 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0.8% year-over-year, from $634,894 to $639,925.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 52,780  ·  Density: 922.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $93,739

Typical home value: $439,852  ·  Homeownership: 74.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
129
⇧ 158% vs 50 last year
Pending
76
59% pending ratio
Median Price
$639,925
⇧ 0.8% vs $634,894 last year
Average Price
$667,806
⇧ 3.9% vs $643,040 last year
Days on Market
41
⇧ 41.4% vs 29 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$326
⇩ 6.9% vs $350/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,915 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 129 this year vs 50 last year
  • Days on market: 41 now vs 29 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $639,925 (+0.8% YoY)
  • Average: $667,806 (+3.9% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 11.1 miles — 221 listings ($139,969,407 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
01844Methuen, MA 018440.0 mi25$16,110,200$626,225$644,408
01840Lawrence, MA 018402.4 mi3$799,899$255,000$266,633
03079Salem, NH 030794.2 mi38$22,599,398$569,900$594,721
01835Haverhill, MA 018355.4 mi7$3,011,729$415,000$430,247
01826Dracut, MA 018266.7 mi29$16,352,404$521,950$563,876
03076Pelham, NH 030766.9 mi20$18,498,320$924,975$924,916
03087Windham, NH 030877.6 mi29$24,542,758$747,475$846,302
01830Haverhill, MA 018308.1 mi26$13,753,350$449,950$528,975
03865Plaistow, NH 038658.7 mi13$8,572,148$648,889$659,396
01834Groveland, MA 018348.9 mi4$3,037,320$733,493$759,330
01854Lowell, MA 0185410.0 mi14$5,639,228$404,150$402,802
01851Lowell, MA 0185110.5 mi8$3,616,528$467,250$452,066
03826East Hampstead, NH 0382611.1 mi5$3,436,125$693,700$687,225

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in METHUEN, MA 01844?

As of July 2026, there are 129 active listings in METHUEN, MA (zip code 01844), compared to 50 the prior year.

What is the median home price in METHUEN, MA 01844?

The median listing price in METHUEN, MA 01844 is $639,925 as of July 2026, a 0.8% increase from $634,894 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in METHUEN, MA?

Homes in METHUEN, MA 01844 spend an average of 41 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 29 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in METHUEN, MA 01844?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of July 2026, METHUEN, MA 01844 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 79 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 41 days on market compared to 29 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in METHUEN, MA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in METHUEN, MA 01844 save an estimated $12,799 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $639,925. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.