New
$799,000
5 bd · 2.5 ba · 3,136 sqft · 10,454 sqft lot
139 Methuen St, Lowell, MA 01850
Single family · Built 1872 · $255/sqft ·
$4,690/mo est. payment
- Garage
- 2 cars
3D tourFlood factor 1/10
About this home
Previously featured in a magazine cover story, the historic James W. Mort House, circa 1869, is a meticulously restored Second Empire Victorian offering a rare opportunity to own one of Lowell's distinctive architectural treasures. Its dramatic Mansard roof, richly ornamented exterior and central three-story polygonal tower create an unforgettable presence, crowned by dormer windows and a decorative finial. Intricate brackets, moldings and period detailing further showcase the craftsmanship of the era. Fresh exterior paint and extensive new roofing enhance this striking home, beautifully sited atop quiet Christian Hill.The sweeping, professionally designed grounds feature new walkways, irrigation, flowering trees and perennial gardens. A discreet two-car garage is topped by an expansive deck accessed from the sun-filled sunroom and highlighted by an imported cast-iron gazebo.Inside, this five-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence offers a flexible and gracious floor plan. The spacious formal living room accommodates a grand piano and features Bradbury wallpaper, custom window treatments and a wood-burning fireplace. The updated kitchen respects the home's historic character while providing modern convenience, with a wood/gas Victorian-style range, center island with built-in oven, granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances. An adjoining wet bar complements the home's entertaining spaces.Upstairs, hand-painted bucolic murals add remarkable character, while the stunning library showcases detailed ceiling work and a two-tier mantel with wood stove. Views of downtown Lowell can be enjoyed from the upper levels. The property may also be available completely furnished.
Facts and features
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 10
- Basement Features: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
- Living Room Dimensions: 31.5' x 15.25'
- Living Room Sqft: 480
- Living Room Level: Main,First
- Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
Appliances
- Gas water heater
- Water heater
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Dryer
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 18.833333333' x 13.583333333'
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 15.5' x 15.416666666'
- Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 12.333333333' x 10.416666666'
- Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 14.666666666' x 10.166666666'
- Bedroom 5 Dimensions: 13.583333333' x 6.583333333'
- Primary Bedroom Sqft: 256
- Bedroom 2 Sqft: 239
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2.5
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
- Bathrooms On Main Level: 1
- Bathroom 1 Dimensions: 10.416666666' x 10.583333333'
- Bathroom 2 Dimensions: 10.166666666' x 6.666666666'
- Bathroom 1 Sqft: 110
- Bathroom 2 Sqft: 68
Interior Features
- Ceiling fan(s)
- Lighting - overhead
- Crown molding
- Sun room
- Wet bar
- Internet available - unknown
- Door Features: French Doors
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Window Unit(s)
- Fireplace Features: Living Room, Master Bedroom
- Heating Features: Central, Steam, Natural Gas
- Heating: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 15.5' x 15.416666666'
- Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Dining Room Level: Main,First
- Dining Room Sqft: 239
- Kitchen Dimensions: 23.833333333' x 14.916666666'
- Kitchen Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Wet Bar,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Pot Filler Faucet,Gas Stove,Lighting - Overhead
- Kitchen Level: Main,First
- Kitchen Sqft: 356
Exterior and Lot Features
- Porch
- Deck - composite
- Professional landscaping
- Sprinkler system
- Gazebo
- City view(s)
- Frontage Length: 200.00
- Other Structures: Gazebo
Schools
- 4
Lowell High School
high · 9-12 · 0.8 mi
- 4
Henry J Robinson Middle School
elementary · 5-8 · 0.3 mi
St Michael School
elementary · K-8 · 0.3 mi
- 5
S Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School
elementary · K-4 · 0.3 mi
St Louis School
elementary · PK-8 · 0.5 mi
- 4
Greenhalge Elementary School
elementary · K-4 · 0.5 mi
Price history
- Oct 12, 2026 · Price Changed$799,000
- Sep 16, 2026 · Listed$879,000
- Dec 2, 2025 · Listing Removed$279,900
- Nov 1, 2025 · Listing Removed$279,900
- Jul 1, 2025 · Listing Removed$389,900
- Mar 29, 2019 · Sold$450,000
- Mar 20, 2019 · Listed$450,000
- Jan 3, 2018 · Listing Removed$2,500
Tax history
- 2026$8,030 tax · $707,500 assessed
- 2025$7,542 tax · $657,000 assessed
- 2024$8,055 tax · $676,300 assessed
- 2023$7,682 tax · $618,500 assessed
- 2022$7,630 tax · $601,300 assessed
- 2021$7,165 tax · $532,300 assessed
- 2020$6,753 tax · $505,500 assessed
- 2019$6,189 tax · $440,800 assessed
Home value
$856,400
- Cotality$856,400
- Quantarium$800,380
- Collateral Analytics$870,000
Where it is
Listed by Dan Donoghue · Gibson Sotheby's International Realty · MLSPIN
