18 Felt St, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
$1,475,000
Est. $8,790/month
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Open House Schedule
29
Aug
Saturday, August 29
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EDT
30
Aug
Sunday, August 30
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EDT
28
Aug
Friday, August 28
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EDT
About this home
Built for Reuben and Grace Ropes, who according to her journal "began housekeeping" here on June 29, 1895. The house remained in the family until 2012, when it was exhaustively restored, new systems, plumbing, and electrics, while keeping its nostalgic soul. Set on a gentle knoll overlooking landscaped grounds, this traditional home suits how we live today, with rooms opening into one another and a circular first-floor flow at ease with family or enjoyed quietly. Upstairs are three bedrooms, a hall bath, and a primary suite with its bedroom in the tower bay window and a dressing room to the ensuite bath. The third-floor office offers water views and privacy. Outside, the grounds feel more expansive than their manageable half acre. The rear deck, ringed by river birches, suits entertaining, and a wild-life protected kitchen garden invites you to grow herbs and vegetables. A detached two-car garage with storage shed adds practicality, while the basement and attic, both easily reached by proper stairs, offer unusually accessible storage. Set in a pastoral setting, yet just minutes from the water, downtown Salem, the PEM, and the train station.
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Property History
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Listed for Sale
Aug 25, 2026
$1,475,000
Original listing
Agent: Michael Selbst
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/25/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,475,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $13,583 | $1,260,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$13,583
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,260,000
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1895
Living Area
3,310 sq ft
Lot Size
0.54 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
9
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
2
Basement
Full
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Victorian
Roof
Slate
Features
Porch, Deck - Wood
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch, Deck - Wood
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Off Street
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
200+ Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$13,583
Assessed Value
$1,260,000
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
Sellers Have Not Used The Fireplaces. There Is A Whole House Generator!
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
green-grey
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Essex
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1895
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,310 sq ft
Total Rooms
9
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
3,310 sq ft above grade
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:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Full
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Victorian
Year Built:
1895
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Slate
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
4
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
4
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Deck - Wood
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Gentle Sloping
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Detached, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation
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 Phoenix School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
The Greenhouse School
2.4 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
Carlton School
0.4 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
0.5 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
C+
Bentley Academy Innovation School
0.9 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
0.9 mi
106 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
B-
Saltonstall School
1.4 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
Witchcraft Heights School
1.6 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
1.9 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
Middle Schools
1 school
C+
Collins Middle School
1.3 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
1.3 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
2.0 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 Felt St, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Michael Selbst
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
978-526-0243
Agent MLS ID
BB804690
Office MLS ID
AN6133
Listing Data Updated
Aug 25, 2026 11:33 AM EDT
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