Welcome home! This charming Historic Greek Revival home, built circa 1820, for the Nathanial Perkins family, blends timeless elegance with potential for modern living. Just moments from Salem Common, adjacent to downtown, and less than a mile from the T Station, it offers an unbeatable location. The spacious, light-filled interior spans four levels, featuring thoughtfully designed spaces ready for transformation. The generous backyard, a rare find near downtown, provides a peaceful retreat, while the driveway accommodates parking for 2+ vehicles—a true bonus. This property presents an exciting opportunity to restore and enhance its historic charm, making it uniquely yours.
Sold for $1,000,000
$1,000,000
5 Oliver St, Salem, MA 01970
7beds
3,919sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1820
4,661 Square Feet Lot
$1,128,300 Zestimate®
$255/sqft
$5,684 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,128,300
$1.02M - $1.25M
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Historic greek revival homeGenerous backyardThoughtfully designed spacesSpacious light-filled interior
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Listed by:
Chris LeVasseur 339-532-8694,
Keller Williams Realty Evolution 978-927-8700
Bought with:
Kathleen Sullivan
RE/MAX Beacon
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73291245
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 14 x 16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
- Area: 77
- Dimensions: 11 x 7
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink
- Level: Second
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
- Area: 42
- Dimensions: 6 x 7
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Kitchen
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry
- Level: First
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, French Doors, Cable Hookup
- Level: First
- Area: 518
- Dimensions: 14 x 37
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
- Laundry: First Floor
Features
- Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Half, Bedroom, Bathroom
- Flooring: Flooring - Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,919
- Total interior livable area: 3,919 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, On Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Exterior features: Storage, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Waterfront features: Ocean, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 4,661 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Parcel number: M:35 L:0110,2136264
- Zoning: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Granite
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1820
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Salem
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $255/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,015,600
- Annual tax amount: $11,801
- Date on market: 11/15/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/19/2024 | Sold | $1,000,000-16.6%$255/sqft |
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| 11/19/2024 | Contingent | $1,199,000$306/sqft |
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| 11/6/2024 | Price change | $1,199,000-7.4%$306/sqft |
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| 10/17/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000$330/sqft |
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| 10/9/2024 | Contingent | $1,295,000$330/sqft |
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| 9/17/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000+52.4%$330/sqft |
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| 6/29/2018 | Sold | $850,000-5.5%$217/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2018 | Price change | $899,000-9.1%$229/sqft |
Source: Tache Real Estate, Inc. #72190099 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2017 | Price change | $989,000-17.6%$252/sqft |
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| 6/27/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+605.9%$306/sqft |
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| 7/24/1998 | Sold | $170,000$43/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,465 +5.6% | $1,099,200 +8.2% |
| 2024 | $11,801 +0.7% | $1,015,600 +8.4% |
| 2023 | $11,724 | $937,200 |
| 2022 | $11,724 +9.3% | $937,200 +20.6% |
| 2021 | $10,727 -2.1% | $777,300 +2.5% |
| 2020 | $10,957 +14% | $758,300 +19.2% |
| 2019 | $9,610 +10% | $636,400 +12% |
| 2018 | $8,737 +36.4% | $568,100 +40.7% |
| 2017 | $6,406 +2.6% | $403,900 +1.3% |
| 2016 | $6,246 +1.9% | $398,600 +6.7% |
| 2015 | $6,131 +1.5% | $373,600 +3.5% |
| 2014 | $6,038 +2.9% | $360,900 -3.9% |
| 2012 | $5,868 +2.5% | $375,400 -1.3% |
| 2011 | $5,724 +2.8% | $380,300 -4.3% |
| 2010 | $5,566 +3.7% | $397,300 -4.4% |
| 2009 | $5,368 +5.5% | $415,500 -4.7% |
| 2008 | $5,088 +6.9% | $436,000 -1.4% |
| 2007 | $4,761 -1% | $442,100 +3% |
| 2006 | $4,810 +5.4% | $429,100 +7% |
| 2005 | $4,562 +3.9% | $400,900 +7% |
| 2004 | $4,389 +36.6% | $374,800 +50.2% |
| 2003 | $3,212 +9.1% | $249,600 +14.7% |
| 2002 | $2,944 +5.5% | $217,600 +18.3% |
| 1999 | $2,791 +43.6% | $184,000 +19.7% |
| 1994 | $1,944 | $153,700 |
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Neighborhood: 01970
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Carlton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10Saltonstall SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- NASalem Prep High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Essex County
- Salem
- 01970
- 5 Oliver St
