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33 Chestnut St, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970 • McIntire Historic District
$1,725,000
$1,695,000
Est. $9,883/month
5
Beds
3
Baths
4,369
Sq Ft
$388
Price/Sq Ft
0.06
Acres
1828
Year Built
40
Days on Market
Active Price Drop -$30,000 Listed Jun 10, 2026 • MLS# 73533798 Copied! • Updated Jul 20, 2026

About this home

Grand Federal townhouse offering four floors of gracious living on Salem's celebrated Chestnut Street. Generously scaled living and dining rooms showcase original woodwork and elegant King of Prussia marble mantels. A pair of dramatic 9-foot doorways in the dining room open to a deck with steps to the garden below, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living. Reflecting the home's thoughtful design, a service kitchen on the main level connects by dumbwaiter to the chef's kitchen below, featuring Thermador fridge & freezer and an 8-burner gas range. The second floor offers a bay-windowed library/office with panoramic Chestnut Street views, a spacious den, and a primary suite. Two additional bedrooms, an office and bathroom occupy the third floor. In the McIntire Historic District, among Salem's finest 19th-century homes, this remarkable residence enjoys a beautiful garden, bluestone patio, and a welcoming neighborhood known for its active social traditions and strong sense of community.

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Property History

Market Insights

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Price Changes
1.7%
Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
Jul 16, 2026
$1,695,000 $30,000 (-1.74%)
From $1,725,000 to $1,695,000 (-1.7%)
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Listed for Sale
Jun 10, 2026
$1,725,000
Original listing
Agent: Michael Selbst Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $13,342 $1,176,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$13,342
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,176,500

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1828
Living Area 4,369 sq ft
Lot Size 0.06 acres
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 2
Total Rooms 10

Interior

Heating Central, Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Marble, Pine
Appliances Gas Water Heater
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 6
Basement Partially Finished
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Antique
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features None
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $13,342
Assessed Value $1,176,500
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Kitchen is at grade on the garden level
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 40 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1828
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
4,369 sq ft
Total Rooms
10

Room Details

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
Yes

Interior Features

Flooring: Marble, Pine
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Partially Finished
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Antique
Year Built: 1828
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation: Granite

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Forced Air
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 6
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
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 Phoenix School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
The Greenhouse School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
Saltonstall School
0.7 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
0.9 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
B
Witchcraft Heights School
0.9 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-
Carlton School
1.1 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+
Bates School
1.1 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
C+
Bentley Academy Innovation School
1.4 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
1.4 mi
106 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
M

Middle Schools

1 school
C+
Collins Middle School
0.3 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
0.8 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
1.0 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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McIntire Historic District

33 Chestnut St, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

Listing Information

Listing Agent Michael Selbst
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone 978-526-0243
Agent MLS ID BB804690
Office MLS ID AN6133
Listing Data Updated Jul 20, 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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