Motivated Seller! Here's Your Opportunity! Nicely nestled in North Salem within the Arlington Pond neighborhood is this warm welcoming retreat! So many nice surprises! Updated Heating, Electrical, Central Air, Irrigation, Electric Fireplace and Tons of Storage! Garage space for 4 vehicles (26x30) with an oversized door and a lot of space above with a separate entrance! Constant hot water is provided by a double water heater and a pellet stove that not only keeps you toasty, it's very affordable! The primary bedroom suite (20x24) has a bath, walk-in closet, double sinks, and a whirlpool tub! There are 3 decks for entertaining, lounging or morning coffee with views of Arlington Pond. Did I mention the farmer's porch out front? The landscape provides plenty of privacy and for a small yearly fee, association access to both Griffin and Hayes Beach. Offers many options for your outdoor activities on the pond throughout all seasons! 2nd Floor was added in 2010, Lower level is partially finished, and the proximity to all that Salem offers is unbeatable! Restaurants, Shopping, Schools, The Rail Trail, you name it, it's here! Easy access to Boston, the mountains or the beach. Come see for yourself! Schedule your tour today!
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Listed by: BHHS Verani Londonderry • Ann Margaret McKillop
Price cut: $79.5K (10/2)
$580,000
78 Shore Drive, Salem, NH 03079
2beds
1,988sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
0.46 Acres Lot
$560,000 Zestimate®
$292/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Electric fireplaceWarm welcoming retreatUpdated heatingCentral airTons of storagePellet stove
- 54 days
- 1,922
- 133
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ann Margaret McKillop,
BHHS Verani Londonderry ann.mckillop@verani.com
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5106113
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Oil, Pellet Stove, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Water Heater
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Primary BR w/ BA, Soaking Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Stairs,Storage Space,Walkout,Walk-Up Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,396
- Total interior livable area: 1,988 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,988
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Paved, Driveway, Garage
- Garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered Porch
- Exterior features: Deck, Shed
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath, Heated
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Body of water: Arlington Mill Reservoir
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
- Features: Landscaped, Level
Details
- Parcel number: SLEMM21B5000L
- Zoning description: 1010
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Portable Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Exterior
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Salem
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $292/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $432,200
- Annual tax amount: $7,848
- Date on market: 8/21/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$560,000
$532,000 - $588,000
$3,428/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2026 | Price change | $580,000-12%$292/sqft |
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| 9/14/2026 | Price change | $659,450-5.8%$332/sqft |
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| 8/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $700,000+141.5%$352/sqft |
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| 7/2/2004 | Sold | $289,900$146/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,607 +3.8% | $432,200 |
| 2023 | $7,330 +5.7% | $432,200 |
| 2022 | $6,937 +1% | $432,200 +38.6% |
| 2020 | $6,866 +0.2% | $311,800 |
| 2019 | $6,853 +1.7% | $311,800 |
| 2018 | $6,738 +3.7% | $311,800 |
| 2017 | $6,498 +2% | $311,800 |
| 2016 | $6,370 +6.7% | $311,800 +11.7% |
| 2015 | $5,972 +2.9% | $279,200 |
| 2014 | $5,805 +1.6% | $279,200 |
| 2013 | $5,712 -0.6% | $279,200 |
| 2012 | $5,746 +11.6% | $279,200 -19.5% |
| 2010 | $5,148 +5.1% | $346,900 -5.3% |
| 2007 | $4,897 | $366,300 |
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Neighborhood: 03079
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: North Salem Elementary
- Middle: Woodbury School
- High: Salem High School
- District: Salem
Source: PrimeMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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