Welcome to this stunning colonial-style home located in the heart of Salem! This meticulously maintained property, built circa 1850, boasts three plus bedrooms and one and one-half bathrooms, a flexible floor plan, and a spacious backyard. Living here, you'll be thrilled to be close to Salem Common, Pickering Wharf, and the vibrant downtown area, home to numerous shops and restaurants. The house is equipped with Harvey replacement windows, newer vinyl siding, hardwood floors, a fireplace, and a stainless steel applianced kitchen. With ample space to spare, you can transform one of the extra rooms into a guest room, playroom, or home office. An added bonus: the property has a connection to Salem's famous author Nathaniel Hawthorne. Don't miss out on this chance to own a piece of Salem's rich and storied history!
Sold for $710,000
$710,000
16 Herbert St, Salem, MA 01970
3beds
1,434sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1850
3,158 Square Feet Lot
$748,000 Zestimate®
$495/sqft
$3,902 Estimated rent
Home value
$748,000
$711,000 - $785,000
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Hardwood floorsStainless steel applianced kitchenFlexible floor planNewer vinyl sidingSpacious backyardMeticulously maintained propertyGuest room
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Listed by:
Tyson Lynch 781-244-5208,
The Proper Nest Real Estate 781-797-4020
Bought with:
Roberta Peach
CDG Realty Group
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73197561
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Cedar Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 130.23
- Dimensions: 11.08 x 11.75
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 70.28
- Dimensions: 9.58 x 7.33
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 78.67
- Dimensions: 9.83 x 8
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Hardwood, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub
- Level: First
- Area: 511.5
- Dimensions: 99 x 5.17
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: Second
- Area: 27.53
- Dimensions: 5.08 x 5.42
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 144.03
- Dimensions: 10.17 x 14.17
Family room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 190.9
- Dimensions: 12.25 x 15.58
Kitchen
- Features: Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 131.69
- Dimensions: 12.25 x 10.75
Living room
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 209.25
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 15.5
Office
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Area: 78.83
- Dimensions: 7.17 x 11
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Closet, Office, Sitting Room
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Doors: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,434
- Total interior livable area: 1,434 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Off Street, Tandem
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
- Waterfront features: Harbor, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 3,158 sqft
- Features: Easements, Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:35 L:0294,2136692
- Zoning: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Gas Dryer
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, House of Worship, Marina, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Salem
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/15/2024 | Sold | $710,000+5.2%$495/sqft |
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| 1/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $674,900+95.6%$471/sqft |
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| 9/29/2006 | Sold | $345,000+16.9%$241/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/12/2003 | Sold | $295,000+15.7%$206/sqft |
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| 9/4/2001 | Sold | $255,000+110.6%$178/sqft |
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| 12/12/1996 | Sold | $121,100$84/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,391 +8.8% | $563,600 +11.5% |
| 2024 | $5,875 +3.2% | $505,600 +11.1% |
| 2023 | $5,695 | $455,200 |
| 2022 | $5,695 +5.8% | $455,200 +16.7% |
| 2021 | $5,382 +5.8% | $390,000 +10.7% |
| 2020 | $5,089 +0.5% | $352,200 +5% |
| 2019 | $5,066 +3.1% | $335,500 +5% |
| 2018 | $4,915 +7.4% | $319,600 +10.8% |
| 2017 | $4,576 +3% | $288,500 +1.8% |
| 2016 | $4,441 +2.5% | $283,400 +7.3% |
| 2015 | $4,334 +3.5% | $264,100 +5.6% |
| 2014 | $4,186 +2.6% | $250,200 -4.2% |
| 2012 | $4,081 +2.8% | $261,100 -1% |
| 2011 | $3,969 +3.1% | $263,700 -4% |
| 2010 | $3,850 +5.2% | $274,800 -3% |
| 2009 | $3,659 +5% | $283,200 -5.2% |
| 2008 | $3,485 +7.9% | $298,600 -0.5% |
| 2007 | $3,231 -0.6% | $300,000 +3.5% |
| 2006 | $3,250 +5.4% | $289,900 +7% |
| 2005 | $3,083 +3.9% | $270,900 +6.9% |
| 2004 | $2,967 +15.5% | $253,400 +27% |
| 2003 | $2,568 +18.7% | $199,500 +24.8% |
| 2002 | $2,163 +2.7% | $159,900 +15.2% |
| 1999 | $2,106 +63.3% | $138,800 +36.1% |
| 1994 | $1,290 | $102,000 |
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Neighborhood: 01970
Nearby schools
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- 5/10Saltonstall SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- NASalem Prep High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Carlton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
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- Essex County
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