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17 Cliff St, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970 • Forest River - Forest River Park
$689,900
Est. $4,211/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,495
Sq Ft
$461
Price/Sq Ft
0.13
Acres
1890
Year Built
7
Days on Market
Pending Listed Nov 12, 2025 • MLS# 73451384 Copied!

About this home

Discover authentic charm in this character-rich 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home where beautiful wide plank hardwood floors tell stories of decades past. Imagine breakfast in your generous sized kitchen with sliding glass doors out to your private back deck, or evenings relaxing on your enclosed front porch watching the birds or neighbors passing by on your quiet side street. This well-loved residence sits on a sizable combined lot bursting with potential in one of Salem's most desirable neighborhoods. Steps from Forest River Park's picturesque recreational paradise and perfectly positioned near Salem State University with easy bike path access to both Marblehead and downtown Salem, the location can't be beat. Easy access to all of the area's amenities but tucked away near the ocean for peace and tranquility. Come see for yourself how easy it will be to fall in love with this home and surrounding neighborhood! Schedule your showing or visit an open house!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,495 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1890
Living Area 1,495 sq ft
Lot Size 0.13 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Oil
Cooling Wall Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Bulkhead
Laundry In Basement
Features Sitting Room

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Other (see Remarks)
Roof None
Features Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood, Storage, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $6,274
Assessed Value $553,300

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Sitting Room
Windows:
Basement: Full, Bulkhead
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Other (See Remarks)
Year Built: 1890
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood, Storage, Garden
Patio & Porch: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Steep Slope
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Location

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Neighborhood

Forest River - Forest River Park

17 Cliff St, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

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Nearby Schools

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

9 schools
The Greenhouse School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
The Phoenix School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
Saltonstall School
0.4 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
C-
Horace Mann Laboratory School
1.1 mi | #671 of 824 | Score: 37.4
Improved 50 spots from last year
-20.8 below state avg
293 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
C+
Bentley Academy Innovation School
1.5 mi | #568 of 824 | Score: 42.3
Improved 143 spots from last year
-16 below state avg
286 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-05
Salem Early Childhood School
1.5 mi
106 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
B-
Carlton School
1.7 mi | #468 of 824 | Score: 45.6
Dropped 47 spots from last year
-12.6 below state avg
247 students Diverse
Grades K-05
B
Witchcraft Heights School
1.7 mi | #388 of 824 | Score: 48.1
Improved 162 spots from last year
-10.1 below state avg
455 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
B+
Bates School
2.1 mi | #325 of 824 | Score: 50.0
Improved 254 spots from last year
-8.2 below state avg
410 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

1 school
C+
Collins Middle School
1.0 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
H

High Schools

2 schools
B+
Salem Academy Charter School
0.6 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
1.1 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
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Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
Nov 12, 2025
$689,900
Original listing
Office: Leading Edge Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Nov 12, 2025 New Listing Added $689,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
7 days
Price per Sq Ft
$461

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $6,274 $553,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,274
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$553,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent Elizabeth Beaver
Listing Office Leading Edge Real Estate
Agent MLS ID CN241546
Office MLS ID AN7144
Listing Data Updated Nov 20, 2025 9:53 AM EST
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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