FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelSecond
18 Willow Avenue, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
$335,000
Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$364,900
Final Sale Price:
$335,000
Difference:
$29,900 (-8.2%)
Performance Metrics
91.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
34
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$271
Sale $/sq ft:
$249
This property sold for $249 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 8.2% below the original asking price.
The property spent 34 days on market before selling.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 2 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$249/sq ft
Area Average
$227/sq ft
Difference
+9.6%
This property sold slightly above the area average for similar homes.
About this home
Exceedingly well-located 3 bedroom, 2 full bath single family home on a quiet dead-end street, just a few steps to lovely Salem Harbor! WATER VIEWS FROM THE LIVING ROOM AND 2ND FLOOR BEDROOM. This property features a level, spacious yard with plenty of parking and small back deck. The kitchen has high ceilings and eat-in area, newer laminate flooring in the kitchen and living room which also has a large, bay window with window seat. A full bath and sunny office space completes the first level. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms and another full bath with a skylight. The full basement has a washer/dryer hookup and plenty of headroom. Enjoy the best of Salem MA from this incredible location: Close to public transportation, Salem State University, Forest River Park and wonderful downtown shops and restaurants. Includes a detached 1-car barn with storage and workspace.
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Property History
Market Insights
55.3%
Price Range
67
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73555460
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Jul 27, 2026
$749,900
MLS #73555460 - Active
Sold
Jun 27, 2016
$335,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 67
Listed for Sale
Apr 29, 2016
$364,900
Original listing
Agent: Cressy Team
Office: J. Barrett & Company
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/27/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $749,900 | - | - | MLS #73555460 - Active |
| 06/27/2016 | ✓ Sold | $335,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 04/29/2016 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $364,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $4,727 | $311,800 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$4,727
Tax Year 2016
Assessed Value
$311,800
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1885
Living Area
1,345 sq ft
Lot Size
0.15 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete
Laundry
In Basement
Features
Office
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Other (see Remarks)
Roof
Shingle
Features
Deck, Rain Gutters, Barn/stable
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Storage, Workshop In Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$4,727
Assessed Value
$311,800
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
The Barn Is Very Old And Is Being Sold In As-is Condition. One Of The Upstairs Bedrooms Has Carpeting Over The Heating Vent. The Soapstone Sink, Old Oil Tank And Spare Refrigerator In The Basement To Be Removed At Buyers Expense.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
white
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
does NOT include basement space
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
67 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1885
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,345 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Skylight
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full
LevelFirst
FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Pantry
LevelMain,First
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck
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:
Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Office
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete
Laundry:
In Basement
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Other (See Remarks)
Year Built:
1885
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck, Rain Gutters, Barn/Stable
Patio & Porch:
Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Barn/Stable
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Detached, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Paved Drive, Off 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
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
The Phoenix School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
Saltonstall School
0.3 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
C-
Horace Mann Laboratory School
1.1 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
C+
Bentley Academy Innovation School
1.4 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
1.4 mi
106 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
B-
Carlton School
1.5 mi
|
#468 of 824
|
Score: 45.6
Dropped 47 spots from last year
-12.6 below state avg
247 students
Diverse
Grades K-05
B
Witchcraft Heights School
1.7 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
B+
Bates School
2.0 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
Middle Schools
1 school
C+
Collins Middle School
0.9 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
High Schools
2 schools
B+
Salem Academy Charter School
0.5 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
1.1 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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18 Willow Avenue, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Cressy Team
Agent MLS ID
TEAM0437
Office MLS ID
AN0125
Listing Data Updated
Jul 5, 2016 3:13 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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