$949,900

INTERIOR PHOTOS TO BE POSTED SEPT 30. A RARE BLEND OF HISTORY, CHARACTER and MODERN LIVING! Step into a true Methuen oasis where the charm of the past meets today's lifestyle. The City of Methuen's historic resources inventory identifies the BARN at 510 Prospect Street as dating to c.1850 and is thoughtfully attached to the present (built in 2013) 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home. The impressive 4-story barn has been de-leaded and offers incredible versatility w/ parking for 4+ cars, additional lower-level parking, workshop, storage, equipment space, studio or future creative possibilities and has ADU potential. A secondary driveway from Wayside Ave provides easy access to the lower level of the barn and backyard. Set back from the road behind a white picket fence, the beautifully established grounds are a gardener's dream, featuring approximately 32 varieties of trees, shrubs and perennials, including a majestic Catalpa believed to be well over 100 years old, mature Eastern Hemlock, Blue Spruce, Japanese Maple and other specimen plantings, offering color and vibrance through every season. Inside, the home's farmhouse-inspired exterior gives way to a wonderfully open, continuous layout designed for easy living. The kitchen is the heart of the home w/ custom cabinetry, granite countertops, marble backsplash and stainless appliances, opening seamlessly to the family room w/ gas fireplace and slider to the private, elevated deck w/ electric awning w/ remote. A dedicated office w/ French doors and large windows is conveniently located near the laundry rm (not just a laundry closet) and half bath. The lovely dining room features crown moulding, wainscoting and a granite ledge. Second floor has 4 spacious bedrooms - all w/ hardwood floors and 2 full baths. A full walk-out basement offers exceptional storage and exciting potential for future expansion. Enjoy the turnaround driveway, abundant parking, irrigation system and low-maintenance vinyl siding.There is even a side porch to enjoy morning coffee or afternoon cocktails while overlooking the glorious landscaping. City water, city sewer and natural gas! The location is exceptionally convenient-just minutes to I-93 and I-495, The Loop, shopping, dining, Market Basket, Home Depot, Target and tax-free NH. A truly distinctive property where history, nature, flexibility and modern living come together in a setting that is hard to duplicate! Opportunities like this are almost impossible to find!