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4 Waite St, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970
$539,900
$499,900
Est. $3,132/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,152
Sq Ft
$434
Price/Sq Ft
0.06
Acres
1900
Year Built
1
Parking
40
Days on Market
Active Price Drop -$40,000 Listed Jun 9, 2026 • MLS# 73532991 Copied! • Updated Jul 17, 2026

About this home

**SECOND CHANCE ALERT** BOM due to Buyer's cold feet! Discover coastal charm and modern convenience in this classic 1900 single-family home, nestled less than a mile from the vibrant waters of Salem Harbor, between Bridge Street Neck and Collins Cove. This cozy home offers a blend of historic character and seaside living. Recent upgrades to some areas include fresh paint, wallpaper, ceilings, roof and windows. Other renovations include refinished hardwood floors in the living room and primary bedroom. Step outside to relax on the freshly painted wood deck, the perfect spot for entertaining or unwinding with a coastal breeze. The property also includes a bonus shed equipped with electricity—a ready-to-use space ideal for a workshop, studio, or extra storage. Situated just minutes from Salem’s rich maritime history, iconic downtown and many delicious eateries...This home is your gateway to the best of the North Shore. Don't miss this opportunity to embrace all that Salem has to offer!

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Property History

Market Insights

1
Price Changes
7.4%
Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
Jul 13, 2026
$499,900 $40,000 (-7.41%)
From $539,900 to $499,900 (-7.4%)
Back On Market
Jul 13, 2026
Active
📋
Status: Active under contract
Jul 5, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
👁️
Showing Instructions Updated
Jun 16, 2026
New showing requirements
🏠
Listed for Sale
Jun 10, 2026
$539,900
Original listing
Agent: Debbie Beal Office: Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $4,846 $427,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,846
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$427,300

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1900
Living Area 1,152 sq ft
Lot Size 0.06 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Mud Room, Center Hall, Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

Construction Frame, Conventional (2x4-2x6)
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard, Other
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch Deck - Wood
Features On Street
Total Spaces 1
Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $4,846
Assessed Value $427,300
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Down Payment Resource Eligible
Seller Disclosures All Offers Will Be Presented To The Seller Upon Submission. Please Allow 24 Hours For Offer Review. *room Descriptions Are Approximate. Buyer/buyer Agent To Perform Due Diligence.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color White
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures * Room Descriptions & Square Footage are approximate. Buyer to do own due diligence.
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 38 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,152 sq ft
Total Rooms
5

Room Details

First Floor

Dining Room
Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Vinyl, Cable Hookup, Lighting - Overhead
Kitchen
Flooring - Vinyl, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead
Living Room
Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup, Lighting - Overhead

Second Floor

Bedroom2
Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Master Bedroom
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Bathroom2
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Mud Room, Center Hall, Internet Available - Unknown
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1900
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame, Conventional (2x4-2x6)
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard, Other
Patio & Porch: Deck - Wood
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: On Street
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
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
The Greenhouse School
2.6 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
Carlton School
0.3 mi | #468 of 824 | Score: 45.6
Dropped 47 spots from last year
-12.6 below state avg
247 students Diverse
Grades K-05
C+
Bentley Academy Innovation School
0.5 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
0.5 mi
106 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
B+
Bates School
1.0 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
B-
Saltonstall School
1.5 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
Witchcraft Heights School
2.1 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-
Horace Mann Laboratory School
2.2 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
M

Middle Schools

1 school
C+
Collins Middle School
1.7 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
1.2 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
2.3 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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4 Waite St, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

Listing Information

Listing Agent Debbie Beal
Listing Office Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
Office Phone 978-463-4322
Agent MLS ID CN234935
Office MLS ID AN8750
Listing Data Updated Jul 17, 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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