Is Methuen, MA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Methuen is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since November 2023

Since last year, Methuen has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Methuen is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in Methuen, MA

How much do homes in Methuen, MA cost?

Median Sold Price

$575,000

$320/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since November 2023

+$50,000(+9.5%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Methuen have sold for 9.5% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Methuen was $575,000 in November 2024, up 9.5% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $320.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
1 $266K$249K
-6.4%
2 $400K$402K
0.5%
3 $525K$575K
+9.5%
4 $600K$651K
+8.5%
5+ $690K$720K
+4.3%

Summary: Methuen housing prices by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 6.4%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 0.5%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 9.5%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 8.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 4.3%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Salem
+27.6%
Lawrence
+14.0%
Methuen
+9.5%
Methuen Town
+9.5%
North Andover
+3.2%

Housing Supply in Methuen, MA

How many homes are available in Methuen, MA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
140116-17.1%

Summary: The Methuen real estate market had 116 homes for sale in November 2024, a 17.1% decrease compared to October 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1 22
0.0%
2 3022
-26.7%
3 6563
-3.1%
4 3519
-45.7%
5+ 810
+25.0%

Summary: The Methuen housing inventory by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 26.7%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 3.1%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 45.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 25%.

Number of Homes Sold

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
3930-23.1%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

13 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

5 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

12 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Methuen, you may be able to get a good deal. 43.3% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 30 homes were sold or pending in Methuen in November 2024, down by 23.1% month-over-month. Of the 30 sold homes, 43% were sold under asking, 17% were sold at asking, and 40% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Methuen, MA

How long does it take to sell a home in Methuen, MA?

Average Sale Time

Nov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
17 Days30 Days+79.9%

Summary: Homes in Methuen had an average of 30 days on market in Nov 2024, up by 79.9% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

21 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

6 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

2 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Methuen are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During November 2024, 30 homes were sold in Methuen; 70% of homes were sold within 30 days, 20% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 7% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

Report Updated 20 Days Ago

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