Under contract

$499,900

18 Shillaber St, Salem, MA 01970

2beds

990sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1870

8,002 Square Feet Lot

$522,700 Zestimate^®

$505/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Classic new england characterFunctional layoutAmazing spacious yardNatural light throughout

Charming Old-Style Colonial located in a convenient Salem neighborhood close to downtown, commuter rail, shopping, and area amenities. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a functional layout with classic New England character, natural light throughout, and strong renovation potential. Off-street parking on newly paved driveway. Amazing, spacious yard adds value and room for futrure expansion. Ideal opportunity for investors, contractors, or buyers looking to customize and build equity in a great neighborhood. Property needs some work but well worth the investment!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Level: Second

Bedroom 2

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Level: Second

Primary bathroom

Features: Yes

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
Level: Second

Dining room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Laminate, Pantry
Level: First

Living room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First

Heating

Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Laundry: Washer Hookup, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup

Features

Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: Full,Bulkhead,Concrete,Unfinished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 990
Total interior livable area: 990 sqft
Finished area above ground: 990

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Uncovered spaces: 2

Features

Patio & porch: Porch
Exterior features: Porch

Lot

Size: 8,002 Square Feet
Features: Cleared, Level

Details

Parcel number: 2127718
Zoning: R1

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cottage
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1870

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, House of Worship, Public School, University

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Salem

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $505/sqft
Tax assessed value: $475,900
Annual tax amount: $5,120
Date on market: 5/27/2026
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$522,700

$486,000 - $559,000

$2,808/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/3/2026	Contingent	$499,900$505/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73524996 Report a problem
5/27/2026	Listed for sale	$499,900$505/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73524996 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,877 +3.2%	$430,100 +5.8%
2024	$4,724 +4.4%	$406,500 +12.4%
2023	$4,524	$361,600
2022	$4,524 +0.2%	$361,600 +10.6%
2021	$4,513 +2%	$327,000 +6.8%
2020	$4,426 +0.6%	$306,300 +5.1%
2019	$4,400 +3.2%	$291,400 +5.1%
2018	$4,263 +9.1%	$277,200 +12.5%
2017	$3,909 +3.6%	$246,500 +2.4%
2016	$3,772 +2.9%	$240,700 +7.8%
2015	$3,664 +2.3%	$223,300 +4.3%
2014	$3,582 +0.8%	$214,100 -5.8%
2012	$3,554 -4.6%	$227,400 -8.2%
2011	$3,726 +2.9%	$247,600 -4.2%
2010	$3,620 +4.9%	$258,400 -3.3%
2009	$3,452 +4.5%	$267,200 -5.6%
2008	$3,304 +7%	$283,100 -1.2%
2007	$3,087 -1.4%	$286,600 +2.7%
2006	$3,130 +5.6%	$279,200 +7.2%
2005	$2,964 +4%	$260,500 +7.1%
2004	$2,849 +8.7%	$243,300 +19.4%
2003	$2,622 +14.4%	$203,700 +20.2%
2002	$2,292 +19.6%	$169,400 +34.1%
1999	$1,916 +32.1%	$126,300 +10.2%
1994	$1,450	$114,600

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