Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,950 sqft$192/sqft
20 Ridgewood Ln, Methuen, MA 01844
Single FamilyProperty Type
1915Year Built
$192/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Own the turn-key crown jewel of Forest Lake (a Fisherman's Paradise)—the largest, best-situated cottage on this side of the lake. Lovingly maintained, tastefully updated, and fully furnished, this 3-bedroom seasonal home offers unobstructed water views and unbeatable privacy. Enjoy town water/sewer, trash pickup, and easy access—no well, septic, or strict association to worry about. Land lease is $4,200/year, with minimal taxes. Forest Lake is a clean, motor-restricted lake, great for boating, fishing,...Own the turn-key crown jewel of Forest Lake (a Fisherman's Paradise)—the largest, best-situated cottage on this side of the lake. Lovingly maintained, tastefully updated, and fully furnished, this 3-bedroom seasonal home offers unobstructed water views and unbeatable privacy. Enjoy town water/sewer, trash pickup, and easy access—no well, septic, or strict association to worry about. Land lease is $4,200/year, with minimal taxes. Forest Lake is a clean, motor-restricted lake, great for boating, fishing, and many other recreational hobbies. The current owners are only the third owners since 1915. Recent improvements include new roof and siding, mini splits (heating and AC), surround sound speakers (including outside), and vinyl flooring for easy Lake Living! Featured in the Merrimack Valley Magazine 'Meet me by the Water' (June 2015 issue), this quintessential cottage is set back about 50ft from the water with nearly 100ft of frontage. Nestled in the Town Forest with plenty of parking.
  • Listed by: Adam Marchand • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Listing closed: 07/31/2025 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 73405651

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$590,000

Avg days on market

29

Sale-to-list ratio

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Property Information for 20 Ridgewood Lane

Property Details
  • Taxes: $200 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • County: Essex County
  • Town: Methuen
  • Area: MA-Methuen
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Style: Cottage
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Parking Spaces Total: 4
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Lot Size: 0.00 AC / 0 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 1950.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Neighborhood: Forest Lake
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, First Floor
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Storage Shed
  • Exterior Features: Storage Shed
  • Lot Description: Wooded
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Waterfront, Lake, Lake/Pond, Direct Access, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach
  • Waterview Features: Lake
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 150 Amp Service
  • Heating: Ductless
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 152.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 19.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Main, First Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 8.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 286.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Bedroom2 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 26.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 120.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Bedroom3 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 12.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 72.0
  • Bathroom1 Length: 8.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 9.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 48.0
  • Bathroom2 Length: 8.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
  • Bathroom2 Width: 6.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 325.0
  • Dining Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet
  • Dining Room Length: 13.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 25.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 104.0
  • Kitchen Length: 8.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 13.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 408.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Vinyl,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
  • Room Living Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 34.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: No
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road, Dead End
  • Disclosures: Seasonal (approximately May 1st-Nov 1st). Building for sale,land is leased. Rentals are not permitted. Home will be conveyed furnished. Home being sold as-is where-is. Buyer and buyer agent to complete their due diligence. Please see attached list of inclusions/exclusions. Boat negotiable.
Tax Information
  • Assessments: $0
  • Book: 0
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: RR
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Irregular
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 20 Ridgewood Lane

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 31, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73405651

$375,000
Jul 23, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73405651

Jul 18, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73405651

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/31/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73405651

$375,000
07/23/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73405651

07/18/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73405651

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Schools near 20 Ridgewood Lane

This home is within Methuen School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Marsh Grammar School
PublicK to 8

Methuen High School
Public9 to 12

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 20 Ridgewood Lane, Methuen, MA 01844
$375,000
3
1,950
0
2
1
1,200
8,782
$141,000
2
1,104
9,100
$203,414
3
1,872
57,300
$253,200
4
2,213
25,000
$245,000
4
2,400
82,020

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