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15 1/2 River Street, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970 • McIntire Historic District
$679,000
Est. $4,191/month
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,203
Sq Ft
$564
Price/Sq Ft
0.04
Acres
1805
Year Built
15 hours 17 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed May 12, 2026 • MLS# 73517083 Copied!

About this home

Built in 1805 for Joshua Beckford, this ultra-charming house sits back from the street behind a brick driveway. Enter through the archway to the gated yard and step back 220 years to a gentler time. This home will captivate you with its wide pine floors, fireplaces, exposed beams and numerous original details. Modern conveniences are seamlessly blended and include a stainless and marble kitchen, mini-split a/c, 1.5 marble baths and large French doors to the private brick patio and garden oasis. Even boasts an irrigation system including the window boxes! The attic provides convenient loft space for artists, students or office along w/add'l storage. A bright basement has plenty of storage + laundry plus there's 2 car parking. River Street is renowned for its annual holiday decorations and twice yearly block parties. This quaint residence w/secret garden is in the McIntire Historic District steps from downtown, train & library. This will not disappoint-a MUST see for antique home lovers!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1805
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,203 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Open House Schedule

16
May
Saturday, May 16
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EDT
17
May
Sunday, May 17
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM EDT

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1805
Living Area 1,203 sq ft
Lot Size 0.04 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling 3 Or More
Flooring Wood, Marble, Pine, Flooring - Wood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplaces 2
Basement Partial, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry In Basement
Features Loft

Exterior

Construction Frame, Post & Beam
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Patio, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Features Off Street
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $6,693
Assessed Value $590,200

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Marble, Pine, Flooring - Wood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Loft
Windows: Skylight(s)
Basement: Partial, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1805
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame, Post & Beam
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Granite

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: 3 or More
Cooling Zones: 3
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Living Room, Master Bedroom
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Park, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

McIntire Historic District

15 1/2 River Street, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

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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
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
The Greenhouse School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
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-
Carlton School
0.9 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+
Bates School
0.9 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
B
Witchcraft Heights School
1.0 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
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
1.2 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
1.2 mi
106 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
M

Middle Schools

1 school
C+
Collins Middle School
0.6 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
0.9 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
1.2 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

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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
May 12, 2026
$679,000
Original listing
Agent: Pamela McKee Office: Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Previous Transaction - MLS #72064610
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Nov 7, 2016
$424,000
MLS #72064610

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 12, 2026 New Listing Added $679,000
Nov 7, 2016 Sold $424,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
15 hours 17 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$564

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $6,693 $590,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,693
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$590,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Pamela McKee
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Agent MLS ID CT009727
Office MLS ID C95098
Listing Data Updated May 13, 2026 3:30 AM 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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