Rare antique cottage in coveted Derby Street area was built by William Messervy, circa 1739. Smell the salty ocean air and enjoy old world features such as exposed beams, polished pine floors, paned windows and cozy nooks. Plus, updated kitchen & baths, mini-split systems for heat and AC, two bedrooms, good sized closets, ample parking and patio area all await the lucky new owner. You will want to call this charmer home and enjoy the wonderful opportunity to live near the Harbor, House of Seven Gables, Salem Common, Pickering Wharf, the vibrant downtown district, commuter rail, Ferry to Boston and much more. Easy to view, so give us a call, text or email for an appointment. Or, come to the Open Houses the weekend of 5/17-5/18/25.
Sold for $650,000
$650,000
20 Turner St, Salem, MA 01970
2beds
1,014sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1739
2,927 Square Feet Lot
$664,700 Zestimate®
$641/sqft
$2,711 Estimated rent
Home value
$664,700
$605,000 - $731,000
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Patio areaUpdated kitchenExposed beamsPolished pine floorsGood sized closetsAmple parkingTwo bedrooms
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Listed by:
Mindy Reichman 781-718-6852,
Tache Real Estate, Inc. 978-745-2004
Bought with:
The Murray Brown Group
RE/MAX Beacon
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73375529
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Laminate, Dining Area, Cabinets - Upgraded, Country Kitchen, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Open Floorplan
- Level: First
Heating
- Ductless
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Bathroom - Half, First Floor
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,014
- Total interior livable area: 1,014 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,014
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Off Street, Stone/Gravel
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
- Waterfront features: Harbor, Ocean, Walk to, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 2,927 sqft
- Features: Level, Other
Details
- Parcel number: M:41 L:0016,2137765
- Zoning: B1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1739
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Other
Location
- Region: Salem
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2025 | Sold | $650,000-1.4%$641/sqft |
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| 5/20/2025 | Contingent | $659,000$650/sqft |
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| 5/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $659,000+109.2%$650/sqft |
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| 10/7/2020 | Listing removed | $3,500$3/sqft |
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| 9/13/2020 | Listed for rent | $3,500+25%$3/sqft |
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| 5/26/2020 | Listing removed | $2,800$3/sqft |
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| 4/17/2020 | Listed for rent | $2,800$3/sqft |
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| 12/30/2016 | Sold | $315,000+65.8%$311/sqft |
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| 3/22/2016 | Sold | $190,000+55.7%$187/sqft |
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| 3/29/1993 | Sold | $122,000$120/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,229 +1.3% | $549,300 +3.8% |
| 2024 | $6,152 +1.1% | $529,400 +8.8% |
| 2023 | $6,087 | $486,600 |
| 2022 | $6,087 +9.6% | $486,600 +20.9% |
| 2021 | $5,556 +0.9% | $402,600 +5.6% |
| 2020 | $5,507 +2.3% | $381,100 +6.9% |
| 2019 | $5,385 +7.9% | $356,600 +9.9% |
| 2018 | $4,992 +10.5% | $324,600 +14% |
| 2017 | $4,517 +4.3% | $284,800 +3.1% |
| 2016 | $4,330 +5% | $276,300 +10% |
| 2015 | $4,122 +2.7% | $251,200 +4.8% |
| 2014 | $4,012 +1.6% | $239,800 -5% |
| 2012 | $3,947 +5.8% | $252,500 +1.8% |
| 2011 | $3,732 +3.1% | $248,000 -4% |
| 2010 | $3,620 +7.9% | $258,400 -0.5% |
| 2009 | $3,355 +4.8% | $259,700 -5.4% |
| 2008 | $3,202 +7.4% | $274,400 -0.8% |
| 2007 | $2,980 -1% | $276,700 +3.1% |
| 2006 | $3,010 +4% | $268,500 +5.5% |
| 2005 | $2,895 +4.9% | $254,400 +7.9% |
| 2004 | $2,761 +11.5% | $235,800 +22.6% |
| 2003 | $2,476 +11.5% | $192,400 +17.2% |
| 2002 | $2,220 +7.8% | $164,100 +20.9% |
| 1999 | $2,059 +54.1% | $135,700 +28.5% |
| 1994 | $1,336 | $105,600 |
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Neighborhood: 01970
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Carlton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Saltonstall SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- NASalem Prep High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
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