78 Federal Street, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970 • Downtown
$799,000
Est. $4,974/month
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,856
Sq Ft
$430
Price/Sq Ft
0.05
Acres
1827
Year Built
18
Days on Market
Pending Listed Nov 4, 2025 • MLS# 73451110 Copied!

About this home

Looking for the quintessential McIntire District lifestyle in the heart of downtown Salem? This beautiful antique colonial is what you have been looking for. Ditch the cars in your private driveway and never cook again unless you want to! You're only a block from coffee shops, local eateries, and some of Salem’s best restaurants. If you do enjoy cooking, the spacious kitchen, formal dining, and living room, all with cozy fireplaces, are perfect for whipping up a masterpiece and entertaining at home. The good times can spill outside to the adorable patio area and garden. A large mudroom and second-floor laundry keep things tidy, while two guest bedrooms and two full baths make overnight stays a breeze. After a fun night, unwind in your oversized primary bedroom with its own fireplace. Want to keep this fabulous home all to yourself? 78 Federal Street is ready to be your perfect Salem retreat, where every day feels like a getaway in the heart of it all!

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1827
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,856 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1827
Living Area 1,856 sq ft
Lot Size 0.05 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Oil
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Tile
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 4
Basement Full
Laundry Second Floor
Features Mud Room

Exterior

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

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Tandem
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $8,809
Assessed Value $776,800

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Mud Room
Windows:
Basement: Full
Laundry: Second Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1827
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Tandem

Special Features

Fireplaces: 4
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

Downtown

78 Federal Street, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

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Property Tax $734
Homeowners Insurance $200
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Year 1
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Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
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Property History

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Listed for Sale
Nov 4, 2025
$799,000
Original listing
Agent: Merry Fox Team Office: MerryFox Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Nov 4, 2025 New Listing Added $799,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
18 days
Price per Sq Ft
$430

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $8,809 $776,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,809
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$776,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent Merry Fox Team
Listing Office MerryFox Realty
Agent MLS ID TEAM0226
Office MLS ID C95279
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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