FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
LevelSecond
18 Shillaber Street, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
$499,900
Est. $3,154/month
About this home
Charming Old-Style Colonial located in a convenient Salem neighborhood close to downtown, commuter rail, shopping, and area amenities. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a functional layout with classic New England character, natural light throughout, and strong renovation potential. Off-street parking on newly paved driveway. Amazing, spacious yard adds value and room for futrure expansion. Ideal opportunity for investors, contractors, or buyers looking to customize and build equity in a great neighborhood. Property needs some work but well worth the investment!
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Property History
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Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
Jul 3, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Jun 30, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
May 27, 2026
$499,900
Original listing
Agent: Joyce Cucchiara
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Lynnfield
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/03/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 06/30/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 05/27/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $499,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $5,120 | $475,900 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$5,120
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$475,900
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1870
Living Area
990 sq ft
Lot Size
0.18 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry
Washer Hookup, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Cottage
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$5,120
Assessed Value
$475,900
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Property Is Being Sold As Is Condition. Buyer And Buyers Agent To Perform Their Own Due Diligence. Satellite Dish To Convey With The Property. Some Rooms Virtually Staged.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
White
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
51 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1870
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
990 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
990 sq ft above grade
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Laminate, Pantry
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Storm Window(s)
Basement:
Full, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry:
Washer Hookup, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Cottage
Year Built:
1870
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch
Patio & Porch:
Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Cleared, Level
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
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
Elementary Schools
3 schools
B
Witchcraft Heights School
0.2 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
C-
William A Welch Sr School
0.5 mi
|
#666 of 824
|
Score: 37.6
Improved 124 spots from last year
-20.7 below state avg
408 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-05
The Phoenix School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
3 schools
C+
Collins Middle School
0.8 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
1.1 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
2.9 mi
|
#253 of 824
|
Score: 52.3
Dropped 64 spots from last year
-5.9 below state avg
529 students
Moderate
Grades 04-06
High Schools
3 schools
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
Bishop Fenwick High School
1.4 mi
17 sports
• 1,390 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
B+
Salem Academy Charter School
1.7 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
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18 Shillaber Street, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Joyce Cucchiara
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lynnfield
Office Phone
781-334-5700
Agent MLS ID
C3445748
Office MLS ID
AN6219
Listing Data Updated
Jul 22, 2026 3:30 AM EDT
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