15 Vista Ave, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970
$895,000
Est. $5,471/month
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20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.

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4
Beds
3
Baths
2,801
Sq Ft
$320
Price/Sq Ft
0.37
Acres
1986
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
16
Days on Market
Sale Pending Listed Aug 26, 2026 • MLS# 73568268 Copied! • Updated Sep 15, 2026

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About this home

Welcome to 15 Vista Avenue, nestled in Salem’s desirable Witchcraft Heights neighborhood. Cherished by the same family for nearly 40 years, this well-loved 4-bedroom, 3 bath home is ready to welcome its next owners and begin a new chapter. Offering a spacious and versatile layout, the home provides plenty of room for everyday living, entertaining and making lasting memories. Central air, a security system, and two-car garage add comfort and convenience through out. Step outside to your own backyard retreat featuring a beautiful pool, mature surroundings and plenty of space for gatherings, relaxing weekends, and outdoor entertaining. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, and major routes, this special home combines the warmth of an established neighborhood with access to all that Salem and the North Shore have to offer. Come make it your own!

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Property History

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Property Timeline

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Status: Active under contract
Sep 1, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Aug 31, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
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Listed for Sale
Aug 26, 2026
$895,000
Original listing
Agent: Heather Torra Office: Aspen Realty Group LLC

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $8,946 $829,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,946
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$829,900

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1986
Living Area 2,801 sq ft
Lot Size 0.37 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Oil
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Carpet
Appliances Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Family Room
Fireplaces 2
Basement Full, Finished, Garage Access
Laundry In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features Walk-up Attic

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Split Entry
Roof Shingle
Features Deck - Composite, Pool - Above Ground, Storage, Sprinkler System, Fruit Trees, Garden
Pool Above Ground
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Composite
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Paved Drive, Paved
Total Spaces 6
Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer
Annual Tax $8,946
Assessed Value $829,900
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Down Payment Resource Eligible
Lead Paint None
Seller Disclosures Room Measurements Are Approximate, Buyers And Buyer Agent To Perform Own Due Diligence
Exclusions Fridge And Freezer In Garage
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 17 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
1986
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,801 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet
Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Walk-up Attic
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Finished, Garage Access
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Split Entry
Year Built: 1986
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Composite, Pool - Above Ground, Storage, Sprinkler System, Fruit Trees, Garden
Patio & Porch: Deck - Composite
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Under, Paved Drive, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Family Room
Pool: Private Pool
Pool Features: Above Ground
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
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
B
Witchcraft Heights School
0.6 mi | #340 of 825 | Score: 49.4
Improved 210 spots from last year
-8.8 below state avg
465 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
C
William A Welch Sr School
0.6 mi | #661 of 825 | Score: 37.8
Improved 129 spots from last year
-20.4 below state avg
400 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-05
C
Horace Mann Laboratory School
0.8 mi | #654 of 825 | Score: 38.1
Improved 67 spots from last year
-20.1 below state avg
320 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
B-
Collins Middle School
1.1 mi | #203 of 352 | Score: 40.3
Improved 76 spots from last year
-17.9 below state avg
753 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C+
J. Henry Higgins Middle School
1.4 mi | #235 of 352 | Score: 37.4
Improved 10 spots from last year
-20.8 below state avg
1,271 students Diverse
Grades 06-08
C+
Pickering Middle School
2.3 mi | #229 of 352 | Score: 38.5
Improved 78 spots from last year
-19.7 below state avg
539 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
B+
Salem High School
0.8 mi | #124 of 346 | Score: 58.3
Dropped 4 spots from last year
+0.1 above state avg
960 students Diverse
18 sports • 1,080 athletes
Early College Program Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
B+
Salem Academy Charter School
2.1 mi | #141 of 346 | Score: 57.0
Improved 95 spots from last year
-1.2 below state avg
477 students Diverse
10 sports • 568 athletes
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
A-
Swampscott High School
2.1 mi | #101 of 346 | Score: 60.3
Dropped 69 spots from last year
+2.1 above state avg
675 students Moderate
18 sports • 1,578 athletes
Strong AP Program Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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15 Vista Ave, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

Listing Information

Listing Agent Heather Torra
Listing Office Aspen Realty Group LLC
Office Phone 781-342-0500
Agent MLS ID CN236249
Office MLS ID AN1982
Listing Data Updated Sep 15, 2026 3:30 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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