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31 Williams Street, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970 • Downtown
$599,000
Est. $3,697/month
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,863
Sq Ft
$322
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
1800
Year Built
11
Days on Market
Active Listed May 28, 2026 • MLS# 73525740 Copied!

About this home

Classic Salem character in the historic Bridge Street Neck. This cedar shingle 2-family sits on a quiet, tree-shaded street in one of Salem's most charming residential neighborhoods, a National Register historic district where Federal, Greek Revival, and Victorian homes line the blocks just minutes from downtown.The potential here is real. Two units and a private rooftop deck with city views give you room to make it your own, with good bones in an irreplaceable location. This home needs renovation & updates, priced accordingly. Bring your vision and create instant equity in one of the North Shore's most sought-after neighborhoods. Moments from the commuter rail, Salem Common, the harbor, and the museums, with Essex Street dining, cafes, and boutiques close by. On-street permit parking only, the trade-off for living where the very best of Salem is right outside your door. A rare chance to own a piece of historic Salem. The home needs repairs and updates. Call listing agent with question

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner ROSE MICHELLE C/ BROWN CHRISTINE D
Mailing Address ROSE MICHELLE C/ BROWN CHRISTINE D, BRIGHTON, MA, 02135

Land Use

Use Code 104
Description Two-Family
Zoning R2
Style Muiti-Gard2F

Tax Information

Assessed Value $495,500

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $175,500 $320,000 $495,500

Building Permit History

No building permits on record since 2023.

Data: Town of Salem

Municipal Context: SALEM

Property Data Comparison

Discrepancies found between MLS and assessor records.

Field Assessor MLS Match
Sqft 2,444 1,863
Year built 1,800 1,800
Match: address_exact (95.0% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1800
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,863 sq ft
Total Rooms
9
Stories
3
Levels
3

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Income
Style 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Year Built 1800
Living Area 1,863 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 9

Interior

Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Hardwood
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement Partial, Dirt Floor, Unfinished
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

Electric 110 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $5,619
Assessed Value $495,500

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Hardwood
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Partial, Dirt Floor, Unfinished
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1800
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone, Granite
Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating:
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling:
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch: Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage: 25.00 ft
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Type: Waterfront, Harbor, Public
View: Yes
View Type: City View(s)
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

Downtown

31 Williams Street, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

Walkability

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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 Phoenix School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
The Greenhouse School
1.9 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
Carlton School
0.5 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
0.7 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
0.7 mi
106 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
B-
Saltonstall School
0.8 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+
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
C-
Horace Mann Laboratory School
1.5 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
1.6 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
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
0.7 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
B
Salem High School
1.6 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

Market Insights

Property Timeline

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Showing Instructions Updated
Jun 6, 2026
New showing requirements
Back On Market
Jun 6, 2026
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Status: Active under contract
Jun 5, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
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Showing Instructions Updated
Jun 1, 2026
New showing requirements
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Listed for Sale
May 28, 2026
$599,000
Original listing
Agent: Stewart Woodward Office: Real Broker MA, LLC

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 5, 2026 Status: Active under contract $0
May 28, 2026 New Listing Added $599,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
11 days
Price per Sq Ft
$322

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $5,619 $495,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,619
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$495,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent Stewart Woodward
Listing Office Real Broker MA, LLC
Agent MLS ID CN204095
Office MLS ID AN8271
Listing Data Updated Jun 8, 2026 4:48 PM 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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