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    281 Broadway, Methuen, MA 01844

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    $750,000

    Half acre in historic district near I-93 and New Hampshire.

    Type:Land
    Lot size:
    0.50 Acres
    Added:
    Feb 6, 2026
    Days on Market:
    120
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 21 at 6:34 am

    Property Features for 281 Broadway

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Lot size
    0.50 Acres
    Property subtype
    Land

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    Listing Contact
    Kamel Alhady

    Listing agent Kamel Alhady

    Listing office Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont

    Listing date Feb 6, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Prime location in the Central Business District (CBD) of historic Methuen.
    • Mixed‑use zoning allows for retail, service, office, and residential development.
    • Close proximity to I‑93, Rt 213, and the New Hampshire border.
    • Potential for up to 15 residential units based on 40R zoning ordinance (buyer to verify).
    • Ground‑floor nonresidential dimensional regulations allow for 4 stories and 45 ft height by right.
    • Subdivision potential with 170 ft frontage on Broadway and 75 ft on Pleasant St (subject to city approval).

    Overview

    This approximate half-acre property is located in the historic district of Methuen, Massachusetts, at the corner of Broadway (Route 28) and Pleasant Street, near I-93 and Route 213, and close to the New Hampshire border. The property is situated within the Central Business District (CBD), which, according to the official zoning map, allows for a mix of retail, service, office, and residential uses, promoting diversity. The 40R Zoning ordinance allows 30 units per acre, potentially allowing 15 units on this half-acre parcel. Ground-floor nonresidential dimensional regulations permit up to 4 stories and 45 feet in height by right. The property features approximately 170 feet of frontage on Broadway and 75 feet on Pleasant Street. Subject to city approval, the site presents numerous development opportunities.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Commercial land

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Accounting Firm

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Methuen
    County
    Essex
    State
    Massachusetts
    Longitude
    -71.1878444
    Latitude
    42.728575

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Commercial land - Half acre in historic district near I-93 and New Hampshire.
    Where is this commercial land located?
    The property is located at 281 Broadway Methuen, MA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $750,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime location in the Central Business District (CBD) of historic Methuen.; Mixed‑use zoning allows for retail, service, office, and residential development.; Close proximity to I‑93, Rt 213, and the New Hampshire border.
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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