17 Beckford St # 4, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
$2,150/mo
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About this home
Private Balcony! Located in Salem’s highly sought-after McIntire Historic District, this beautifully updated 2nd floor 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment offers a thoughtfully designed layout within a charming historic home. The unit combines historic character and charm with modern convenience, featuring efficient use of space, a comfortable living environment, and a private rear-facing balcony perfect for enjoying your own outdoor space. Additional conveniences include in-unit laundry and street parking. Ideally situated just a half-mile from the MBTA Commuter Rail with direct service to Boston, and close to downtown Salem’s restaurants, shops, parks, and waterfront amenities. Owner pays for water & sewer, heat, and hot water; tenant pays electricity only.
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Property History
Property Timeline
Listed for Rent
Sep 13, 2026
$2,150
Original listing
Agent: Desiree Taylor
Office: Desired Homes Realty LLC
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/13/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $2,150 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Apartment
Living Area
500 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
2
Rental Details
Available
Available Now
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Laundry Facilities, Parking
Required
First MonthLast MonthReferences
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
Pet Policy
Dogs OKCats OKRestrictions Apply
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas, Baseboard
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
2
Basement
None
Laundry
In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Porch
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch
Parking
Features
None
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
4
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Documents
None
County
Essex
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
500 sq ft
Total Rooms
2
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
500 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch
Room Markers
OOffice (1)
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (5)
BABathroom (4)
DDining (1)
LLiving (2)
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:
Appliances:
Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Building
Security:
Construction & Materials
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Natural Gas, Baseboard
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch
Patio & Porch:
Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
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
The Phoenix School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Saltonstall School
0.7 mi
|
#526 of 825
|
Score: 43.9
Improved 42 spots from last year
-14.3 below state avg
267 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
B-
Carlton School
0.9 mi
|
#470 of 825
|
Score: 45.5
Dropped 49 spots from last year
-12.7 below state avg
249 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
3 schools
B-
Collins Middle School
0.5 mi
|
#203 of 352
|
Score: 40.3
Improved 76 spots from last year
-17.9 below state avg
753 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C+
J. Henry Higgins Middle School
2.0 mi
|
#235 of 352
|
Score: 37.4
Improved 10 spots from last year
-20.8 below state avg
1,271 students
Diverse
Grades 06-08
B+
Village School
2.1 mi
|
#266 of 825
|
Score: 51.8
Dropped 77 spots from last year
-6.4 below state avg
480 students
Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 04-06
High Schools
3 schools
B+
Salem Academy Charter School
0.8 mi
|
#141 of 346
|
Score: 57.0
Improved 95 spots from last year
-1.2 below state avg
477 students
Diverse
10 sports
• 568 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
B+
Salem High School
1.2 mi
|
#124 of 346
|
Score: 58.3
Dropped 4 spots from last year
+0.1 above state avg
960 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
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Neighborhood
17 Beckford St # 4, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Desiree Taylor
Listing Office
Desired Homes Realty LLC
Office Phone
978-269-7185
Agent MLS ID
CN228391
Office MLS ID
AN8052
Listing Data Updated
Sep 13, 2026 2:53 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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