15 1/2 River Street, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970 • McIntire Historic District
$679,000
Est. $4,191/month
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,203
Sq Ft
$564
Price/Sq Ft
0.04
Acres
1805
Year Built
2
Parking
20
Days on Market
Pending Listed Jul 6, 2026 • MLS# 73544867 Copied! • Updated Jul 28, 2026

About this home

McIntire Historic District! This ultra-charming home sits back from the street behind a brick driveway. Enter through the archway to the gated yard and step back 220 years to a gentler time. This home will captivate you with its wide pine floors, fireplaces, exposed beams and numerous original details. Modern conveniences are seamlessly blended and include a stainless and marble kitchen, mini-split a/c units, 1.5 marble baths and large French doors to the private brick patio and garden oasis. Even boasts an irrigation system including the window boxes! The attic provides convenient loft space for artists, students or office along w/add'l storage. A bright basement has plenty of storage + laundry plus there's 2 car parking. River Street is renowned for its annual holiday decorations and neighborhood block parties. This quaint residence w/secret garden is perfectly located just steps from downtown, train & library. This will not disappoint-a MUST see for antique home lovers!

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Property History

Market Insights

Property Timeline

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Status: Active under contract
Jul 14, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Jul 14, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
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Listed for Sale
Jul 6, 2026
$679,000
Original listing
Agent: Pamela McKee Office: Keller Williams Realty Evolution

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $6,693 $590,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,693
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$590,200

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1805
Living Area 1,203 sq ft
Lot Size 0.04 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling 3 Or More
Flooring Wood, Marble, Pine, Flooring - Wood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplaces 2
Basement Partial, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry In Basement
Features Loft

Exterior

Construction Frame, Post & Beam
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Patio, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch Patio
Features Off Street
Total Spaces 2
Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $6,693
Assessed Value $590,200
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Lr Has Gas Insert In Fireplace (could Be Easily Removed).mini Splits In Dr (cools 1st Floor) And Both Bedrooms. Full Bath Has Heated Floor. Some Furniture May Be Negotiable. Parking Is The Left Side Of The Driveway. Offers Are Due Mon By7pm And Presented On Tuesday 7/14.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color Cream
Sq Ft Source Owner
Sq Ft Disclosures Town record does not include the half bath addition
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 30 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1805
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,203 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Marble, Pine, Flooring - Wood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Loft
Windows: Skylight(s)
Basement: Partial, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1805
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame, Post & Beam
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Granite

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: 3 or More
Cooling Zones: 3
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Living Room, Master Bedroom
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Park, T-Station
School District
Salem School District local
B-
School Safety 2024-25
3.6% Above Average
2.3% Suspensions 0.8% In-School 1.3% Emergency
1.9% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
The Phoenix School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
Saltonstall School
0.8 mi | #460 of 824 | Score: 45.8
Improved 108 spots from last year
-12.4 below state avg
412 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-05
B-
Carlton School
0.9 mi | #468 of 824 | Score: 45.6
Dropped 47 spots from last year
-12.6 below state avg
247 students Diverse
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
C+
Collins Middle School
0.6 mi | #219 of 352 | Score: 39.5
Improved 60 spots from last year
-18.7 below state avg
611 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C+
J. Henry Higgins Middle School
2.0 mi | #240 of 352 | Score: 37.2
Improved 5 spots from last year
-21 below state avg
1,320 students Diverse
Grades 06-08
B+
Village School
2.2 mi | #253 of 824 | Score: 52.3
Dropped 64 spots from last year
-5.9 below state avg
529 students Moderate
Grades 04-06
H

High Schools

3 schools
B+
Salem Academy Charter School
0.9 mi | #139 of 346 | Score: 56.7
Improved 97 spots from last year
-1.5 below state avg
480 students Diverse
10 sports • 568 athletes
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
B
Salem High School
1.2 mi | #144 of 346 | Score: 56.1
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-2.1 below state avg
952 students Diverse
18 sports • 1,080 athletes
Early College Program Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
Bishop Fenwick High School
1.3 mi
17 sports • 1,390 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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McIntire Historic District

15 1/2 River Street, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

Listing Information

Listing Agent Pamela McKee
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Office Phone 978-927-8700
Agent MLS ID CT009727
Office MLS ID C95098
Listing Data Updated Jul 28, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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