Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2 full bath home offering timeless charm, thoughtful updates, and abundant natural light throughout. The inviting layout is designed for both comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining. The updated kitchen features granite countertops, a pantry, dining area, and newly upgraded stainless steel appliances. Just beyond, the amazing sun-filled family room is flooded with natural light and opens directly to the backyard and patio, creating the perfect space for entertaining guests or relaxing with family.The spacious living room showcases hardwood floors and a charming bay window, while the first floor also offers a full bathroom and welcoming foyer. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms with hardwood flooring and a second full bath. Outside, enjoy a level backyard, spacious patio, and a long paved driveway with plenty of off-street parking. A detached barn with garage, workshop, and storage space provides exceptional flexibility for hobbies, projects, or additional storage.Whether you're hosting summer cookouts, enjoying a quiet morning coffee on the patio, or taking advantage of the versatile barn for storage, hobbies, or a workshop, this home offers a wonderful blend of character, functionality, and outdoor living. Explore ADU possibilities with the garage square footage. Situated on a quiet dead-end street, you'll enjoy a peaceful neighborhood setting just moments from Salem Harbor, downtown Salem, Salem State University, parks, beaches, shopping, restaurants, and the MBTA, making it easy to experience everything this vibrant coastal community has to offer.
Sold for $750,000
$750,000
18 Willow Ave, Salem, MA 01970
3beds
1,454sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1885
6,599 Square Feet Lot
$750,100 Zestimate®
$516/sqft
$3,778 Estimated rent
Home value
$750,100
$690,000 - $810,000
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Timeless charmLevel backyardDining areaThoughtful updatesSpacious patioWelcoming foyerCharming bay window
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Listed by:
Daniel Meegan 617-388-8500,
J. Barrett & Company 978-922-3683
Bought with:
Justin Repp
Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73555460
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 151.67
- Dimensions: 11.67 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 138.65
- Dimensions: 11.17 x 12.42
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 157.01
- Dimensions: 9.92 x 15.83
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
- Area: 48.3
- Dimensions: 8.92 x 5.42
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
- Area: 42.22
- Dimensions: 6.33 x 6.67
Family room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Exterior Access, Slider
- Level: First
- Area: 115.12
- Dimensions: 10.08 x 11.42
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
- Area: 190
- Dimensions: 12 x 15.83
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: First
- Area: 179
- Dimensions: 12 x 14.92
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,454
- Total interior livable area: 1,454 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,454
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Storage, Barn, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean,Water
- Waterfront features: Ocean, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 6,599 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:0033 B:0632 L:0000,2135257
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1885
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Salem
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $516/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $643,500
- Annual tax amount: $6,937
- Date on market: 9/20/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/9/2026 | Sold | $750,000+0%$516/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73555460 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2026 | Pending sale | $749,900$516/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73555460 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,900+125.5%$516/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73555460 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2016 | Sold | $332,500-8.9%$229/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2016 | Pending sale | $364,900$251/sqft |
Source: J. Barrett & Company #71996883 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2016 | Listed for sale | $364,900+32.7%$251/sqft |
Source: J. Barrett & Company #71996883 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2009 | Sold | $275,000-4.8%$189/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2009 | Price change | $289,000-12.2%$199/sqft |
Source: NRT NewEngland #70825985 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2008 | Price change | $329,000-10.8%$226/sqft |
Source: NRT NewEngland #70825985 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2008 | Listed for sale | $369,000$254/sqft |
Source: NRT NewEngland #70825985 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,576 +3.2% | $579,900 +5.8% |
| 2024 | $6,370 +3.2% | $548,200 +11.1% |
| 2023 | $6,175 | $493,600 |
| 2022 | $6,175 +5.7% | $493,600 +16.6% |
| 2021 | $5,843 +4.6% | $423,400 +9.5% |
| 2020 | $5,586 +0.4% | $386,600 +4.9% |
| 2019 | $5,566 +3.1% | $368,600 +5% |
| 2018 | $5,401 +7.2% | $351,200 +10.6% |
| 2017 | $5,036 +3.1% | $317,500 +1.8% |
| 2016 | $4,886 +4.8% | $311,800 +9.8% |
| 2015 | $4,660 +3.6% | $284,000 +5.7% |
| 2014 | $4,497 +2.6% | $268,800 -4.1% |
| 2012 | $4,383 +2.9% | $280,400 -1% |
| 2011 | $4,261 +3.1% | $283,100 -4% |
| 2010 | $4,132 +1.5% | $294,900 -6.4% |
| 2009 | $4,069 +5% | $314,900 -5.2% |
| 2008 | $3,877 +7.1% | $332,200 -1.2% |
| 2007 | $3,621 -1.1% | $336,200 +3% |
| 2006 | $3,660 +5.3% | $326,500 +6.9% |
| 2005 | $3,475 +3.8% | $305,400 +6.8% |
| 2004 | $3,349 +10.8% | $286,000 +21.8% |
| 2003 | $3,022 +15.3% | $234,800 +21.2% |
| 2002 | $2,622 +25.3% | $193,800 +40.4% |
| 1999 | $2,093 +35.8% | $138,000 +13.3% |
| 1994 | $1,541 | $121,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01970
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Saltonstall SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- NASalem Prep High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
- 6/10Collins Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Collins Middle School
- High: Salem High School
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Massachusetts
- Essex County
- Salem
- 01970
- 18 Willow Ave
