
18 Balcomb St Salem, MA 01970
North Salem NeighborhoodHighlights
- Marina
- Medical Services
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Golf Course Community
- Property is near public transit
- 4-minute walk to McGlew Park
About This Home
As of June 2025Perfect for owner-occupied income producing property, straight-up investment opportunity, or potential condo conversion for developers. Rare Salem 2-family (side-by-side) duplex offering spacious sunny rooms with 2 driveways and good-sized yard seeks new steward. Unit 1 (current owner’s home) offers 4 bedrooms, renovated kitchen and 2 full baths plus interior access to own basement with laundry. The attic is a wide open, finished, heated open space which offers potential for various uses – bedroom, family room, office space, maybe even an ADU (buyer to do research and due diligence). Unit 2 (currently tenant occupied) has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, laundry and access to own basement. Fully insulated and deleaded, this home has new heating systems and hot water heaters for both units. Close to downtown Salem restaurants, shops, museums, and Commuter rail.
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,892
Year Built
- Built in 1875
Lot Details
- 4,500 Sq Ft Lot
- Near Conservation Area
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
Home Design
- Duplex
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 4,310 Sq Ft Home
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Insulated Windows
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Loft
- Storage
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 7 Bedrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Block Basement Construction
Parking
- 4 Car Parking Spaces
- Driveway
- Paved Parking
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
- Assigned Parking
Outdoor Features
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Collins Middle School
- Salem High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Forced Air Heating System
- 2 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Baseboard Heating
- Internet Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Total Actual Rent $3,500
- Rent includes unit 1(none), unit 2(none)
- Assessor Parcel Number M:17 L:0254,2129668
Community Details
Overview
- 2 Units
- Property has 3 Levels
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
Recreation
- Marina
- Golf Course Community
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Building Details
- Electric Expense $2,400
- Water Sewer Expense $1,800
- Operating Expense $3,700
- Net Operating Income $42,000
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in the area
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Deed | $1,025,000 | -- | |
Not Resolvable | $440,000 | -- | |
Deed | $155,000 | -- | |
Deed | $155,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $408,400 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
Previous Owner | $402,930 | FHA | |
Previous Owner | $108,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
06/26/2025 06/26/25 | Sold | $1,025,000 | -4.7% | $238 / Sq Ft |
05/08/2025 05/08/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
04/29/2025 04/29/25 | For Sale | $1,075,000 | -- | $249 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2025 | $9,892 | $872,300 | $202,600 | $669,700 |
2024 | $9,007 | $775,100 | $192,600 | $582,500 |
2023 | $8,677 | $693,600 | $177,800 | $515,800 |
2022 | $9,003 | $679,500 | $171,800 | $507,700 |
2021 | $8,455 | $612,700 | $160,000 | $452,700 |
2020 | $8,294 | $574,000 | $151,100 | $422,900 |
2019 | $8,174 | $541,300 | $143,400 | $397,900 |
2018 | $7,447 | $484,200 | $136,300 | $347,900 |
2017 | $6,944 | $437,800 | $114,900 | $322,900 |
2016 | $6,777 | $432,500 | $109,600 | $322,900 |
2015 | $6,566 | $400,100 | $100,700 | $299,400 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Nancy Peterson
J. Barrett & Company
(978) 922-3683
1 in this area
65 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jackelyn Enslow
J. Barrett & Company
(978) 979-2647
1 in this area
46 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73366502

APN: SALE-000017-000000-000254
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