Enjoy outstanding water views from this beautifully renovated waterfront home with fully finished detached 379± bonus living space in Salem’s desirable Juniper Point/Willows neighborhood. The brand new kitchen with cherry cabinetry, leathered quartzite counters, breakfast nook, and pantry/bar opens to a sun-filled family room with walls of windows overlooking Juniper Cove, Baker’s Island, and beyond. A spacious living room with wood floors, beamed ceiling, and paneled walls adds warmth. The first floor also offers a mudroom, laundry, and full bath. Upstairs: the primary with water view, two additional bedrooms, and full bath. The newly finished, insulated detached space includes heating and cooling. Outdoor highlights: large front porch, expansive back deck, level yard, sheds, and parking for 4–5 cars. Private stairs lead directly to Juniper Cove for swimming, kayaking, and exploring. Near Winter Island Park, sandy beaches, tennis, bike paths, and more—coastal living at its finest
Sold for $1,150,000
$1,150,000
26 Columbus Ave, Salem, MA 01970
3beds
1,841sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
7,749 Square Feet Lot
$1,153,300 Zestimate®
$625/sqft
$3,734 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,153,300
$1.06M - $1.26M
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Renovated waterfront homeSun-filled family roomExpansive back deckBeamed ceilingBrand new kitchenLarge front porchWater views
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Listed by:
Monahan Barker Team 617-680-6895,
LandVest, Inc., Ipswich 617-680-6895
Bought with:
Sarah MacBurnie
Ocean's Edge Real Estate
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73424788
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 117 x 117
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 117 x 115
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 117 x 81
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 91 x 45
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 80 x 82
Dining room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Remodeled
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 97 x 87
Family room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17 x 87
Kitchen
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Open Floorplan, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 117 x 1111
Living room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access, Window Seat
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 252 x 115
Office
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Exterior Access, Remodeled, Beadboard
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 18 x 19
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Dual
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: First Floor
Features
- Beadboard, Home Office-Separate Entry
- Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Vinyl
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Sump Pump,Concrete
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,841
- Total interior livable area: 1,841 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,841
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Insulated, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s), Water, Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean,Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Ocean, Frontage, Direct Access, Marsh, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach
Lot
- Size: 7,749 Square Feet
- Features: Flood Plain, Level, Marsh
Details
- Parcel number: M:44 L:0151,2138480
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Shingle
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Salem
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $625/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $902,300
- Annual tax amount: $10,232
- Date on market: 12/22/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2025 | Sold | $1,150,000-2.1%$625/sqft |
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| 9/29/2025 | Contingent | $1,175,000$638/sqft |
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| 9/16/2025 | Price change | $1,175,000-4.1%$638/sqft |
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| 9/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,225,000+81.5%$665/sqft |
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| 7/1/2020 | Sold | $675,000+0%$367/sqft |
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| 5/10/2020 | Listed for sale | $674,999$367/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,232 +3.2% | $902,300 +5.8% |
| 2024 | $9,914 +3.7% | $853,200 +11.6% |
| 2023 | $9,563 | $764,400 |
| 2022 | $9,563 +0.9% | $764,400 +11.3% |
| 2021 | $9,478 -3.2% | $686,800 +1.3% |
| 2020 | $9,793 -2.8% | $677,700 +1.6% |
| 2019 | $10,076 +2.8% | $667,300 +4.7% |
| 2018 | $9,806 +6.5% | $637,600 +9.8% |
| 2017 | $9,210 +2.5% | $580,700 +1.3% |
| 2016 | $8,985 -0.8% | $573,400 +3.8% |
| 2015 | $9,062 +0.7% | $552,200 +2.6% |
| 2014 | $9,002 +4.8% | $538,100 -2% |
| 2012 | $8,586 +3.3% | $549,300 -0.6% |
| 2011 | $8,315 -0.9% | $552,500 -7.8% |
| 2010 | $8,392 +10% | $599,000 +1.4% |
| 2009 | $7,632 +2.5% | $590,700 -7.4% |
| 2008 | $7,445 +6.6% | $638,000 -1.6% |
| 2007 | $6,986 -0.2% | $648,700 +3.9% |
| 2006 | $7,000 +10.3% | $624,400 +12% |
| 2005 | $6,344 +3% | $557,500 +6% |
| 2004 | $6,158 +7% | $525,900 +17.7% |
| 2003 | $5,753 +13.4% | $447,000 +19.2% |
| 2002 | $5,075 +50.4% | $375,100 +68.7% |
| 1999 | $3,374 +44.4% | $222,400 +20.4% |
| 1994 | $2,336 | $184,700 |
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Neighborhood: 01970
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- 01970
- 26 Columbus Ave
