18 Cliff St, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
$400,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$399,000
Final Sale Price:
$400,000
Difference:
+$1,000 (+0.3%)
Performance Metrics
100.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
21
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$167
Sale $/sq ft:
$168
This property sold for $168 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 0.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 21 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Two family in desirable Forest River Park neighborhood. Prime rental location with opportunity for owner occupier or investment property in neighborhood that averages $1,500-1,600/month rent for a three-bedroom apartment. Separate entrances. Each unit has three bedrooms and in-unit washer/dryer. High ceilings. Hardwood floors. Upstairs unit has a covered front porch. Shared rear deck and Beacon Hill style fenced in garden. Owner upkeep has included: energy efficient windows, gas heating, roof and electrical upgrade. See attachment for complete list of maintenance and upgrades with dates. One short block from Forest River Park. Three blocks from Salem State University North campus. Lafayette Rd bus route two blocks away to Haymarket and downtown Salem. Property will be delivered vacant. Free weather emergency parking at Forest River Park. Great location for walking distance to local amenities and services and commuting to Boston. Each unit gets 2 guest parking passes.
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Property History
Market Insights
54.6%
Price Range
22
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73536806
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Jun 16, 2026
$879,000
MLS #73536806 - Active
Sold
Dec 17, 2015
$400,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 22
Listed for Sale
Oct 28, 2015
$399,000
Original listing
Office: Windhill Realty, LLC
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $879,000 | - | - | MLS #73536806 - Active |
| 12/17/2015 | ✓ Sold | $400,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 10/28/2015 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $399,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | $5,000 | $304,700 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$5,000
Tax Year 2015
Assessed Value
$304,700
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Year Built
1890
Living Area
2,384 sq ft
Lot Size
0.07 acres
Bedrooms
6
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
12
Investment Metrics
Units
2
Unit 1 Rent
— · N
Unit 2 Rent
— · N
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Dirt Floor, Unfinished
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
Pantry, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
Balcony/deck, Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced
Patio/Porch
Porch, Deck - Wood
Parking
Features
On Street
Utilities
Electric
100 Amp Service, Individually Metered
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer
Financial
Annual Tax
$5,000
Assessed Value
$304,700
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Both Three-bedroom Units Configured As Two Bedrooms And An Office Or Walk-in Dressing Room/study.
Exclusions
Ceiling Fixture In First Floor Dining Room
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
[]
House Color
green
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
room measurements approximate
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
22 days
Property Overview
Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,384 sq ft
Total Rooms
12
Stories
2
Levels
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Deck - Wood
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
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:
Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Pantry, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Dirt Floor, Unfinished
Laundry:
Electric Dryer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1890
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Stories:
2
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Natural Gas
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Balcony/Deck, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
On Street
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
9 schools
The Greenhouse School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
The Phoenix School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Saltonstall School
0.4 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
C
Horace Mann Laboratory School
1.0 mi
|
#653 of 825
|
Score: 38.1
Improved 68 spots from last year
-20.1 below state avg
320 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
C+
Bentley Academy Innovation School
1.6 mi
|
#532 of 825
|
Score: 43.7
Improved 179 spots from last year
-14.5 below state avg
277 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-05
Salem Early Childhood School
1.6 mi
107 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
B-
Carlton School
1.7 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
B
Witchcraft Heights School
1.7 mi
|
#339 of 825
|
Score: 49.4
Improved 211 spots from last year
-8.8 below state avg
465 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
B+
Bates School
2.1 mi
|
#318 of 825
|
Score: 50.0
Improved 261 spots from last year
-8.2 below state avg
415 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
1 school
B-
Collins Middle School
1.0 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
High Schools
2 schools
B+
Salem Academy Charter School
0.6 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
1.1 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
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18 Cliff St, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Katherine Finch
Listing Office
Windhill Realty, LLC
Office Phone
978-356-8922
Agent MLS ID
C8001622
Office MLS ID
C95171
Listing Data Updated
Dec 17, 2015 6:43 PM EST
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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