$500,000
SOLD OCT 24, 2025

20 Willow Ave Unit 1 Salem, MA 01970

South Salem Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,016 Sq Ft
$500/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$492 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

41 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Harbor Views
  • Custom Closet System
  • Property is near public transit
  • Waterfront
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of October 2025

Welcome home to 20 Willow Avenue, Unit 1 in Salem: A gorgeous first-floor condo located in the desirable neighborhood of Forest River Park/Palmer Cove and featuring sparkling water views. Step inside this lovely ~1000 square foot home to the open concept living/dining rooms and kitchen as well as 2 spacious bedrooms and full bathroom. The renovated kitchen features granite countertops, striking tile backsplash, shaker cabinets & stainless steel appliances. This turnkey home was updated in 2009 yet maintains charming historic details like a custom built-in, beautiful moldings, and lovely hardwood flooring. Just steps to the water - it's a perfect location to launch your paddle boards or kayaks! The private and expansive covered porch opens to a large fenced-in yard with mature landscaping, the perfect place to unwind and enjoy the ocean breezes. In-unit laundry, deleaded unit, newer boiler & water heater, basement storage & pet friendly association round out this exceptional property!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Andrea Bennett

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services Listed on: 07/30/2025

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Last Buyer's Agent

Julie Marion

Hottel Real Estate LLC

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,477

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • Waterfront
  • Fenced Yard
  • Garden

HOA Fees

  • $500 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Open Parking

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,016 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Chair Railings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Harbor Views
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Custom Closet System
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 100 Amp Service

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:33 L:0631 S:801,4782031

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, maintenance structure, reserve funds
  • 3 Units

Amenities

  • Shops

Recreation

  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,477

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$500 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: 2/3 Family
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Street)
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Pendant
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail
  • Basement: Y
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1016
  • Living Area: 1016
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 3
  • MAIN LO: M59500
  • MAIN SO: NB5120
  • Insulation: Unknown

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fenced Yard, Garden
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Harbor, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Hot Water, Oil
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 0

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water
  • Association Fee: 500
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Public School, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Maintenance Structure, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:33 L:0631 S:801,4782031
  • Zoning: R1
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4948
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4477

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 3
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • Waterview: Harbor

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 30, 2025
Closed on
Oct 15, 2025
Sold by
Biesel Shelly A and Vogt Joshua L
Bought by
20 Willow Realty Llc
Seller's Agent
Andrea Bennett
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Buyer's Agent
Julie Marion
Hottel Real Estate LLC
List Price
$524,900
Sold Price
$500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,900
-4.74%
Views
186

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-17.10%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 12, 2023
Closed on
Aug 23, 2023
Sold by
Berry Laura A
Bought by
Biesel Shelly A and Vogt Joshua L
Seller's Agent
Kristen Derosa Kotowski
MerryFox Realty
Buyer's Agent
Francesca Little
Little & Co., REALTORS®
List Price
$474,900
Sold Price
$474,900
Views
92

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.40%
Original Mortgage
$460,653
Interest Rate
6.96%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 31, 2015
Closed on
Aug 28, 2015
Sold by
Hayward Stephanie
Bought by
Berry Laura A
Seller's Agent
Gayle Estrella
Coldwell Banker Realty - Beverly
Buyer's Agent
Kristen Derosa Kotowski
MerryFox Realty
List Price
$239,900
Sold Price
$235,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-2.04%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.20%
Original Mortgage
$224,070
Interest Rate
4.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 18, 2013
Closed on
Aug 23, 2013
Sold by
Kelly Michael J and Kelly Elyse C
Bought by
Hayward Stephanie
Seller's Agent
Tish Lentine
Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Buyer's Agent
Francis De George
Century 21 CELLI
List Price
$232,500
Sold Price
$224,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-3.44%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.30%
Original Mortgage
$213,275
Interest Rate
4.51%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 2009
Sold by
Salem Renewal Llc
Bought by
Kelly Michael J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$194,900
Interest Rate
4.92%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed $500,000 --
Condominium Deed $474,900 None Available
Quit Claim Deed $235,000 --
Quit Claim Deed $224,500 --
Deed $209,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $460,653 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $224,070 New Conventional
Previous Owner $213,275 New Conventional
Previous Owner $190,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $194,900 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/24/2025 10/24/25 Sold $500,000 0.0% $492 / Sq Ft
09/09/2025 09/09/25 Pending -- -- --
09/03/2025 09/03/25 Price Changed $499,900 -4.8% $492 / Sq Ft
07/30/2025 07/30/25 For Sale $524,900 +10.5% $517 / Sq Ft
08/24/2023 08/24/23 Sold $474,900 0.0% $467 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/17/2023 07/17/23 Pending -- -- --
07/12/2023 07/12/23 For Sale $474,900 +102.1% $467 / Sq Ft
08/28/2015 08/28/15 Sold $235,000 0.0% $231 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/18/2015 08/18/15 Pending -- -- --
08/04/2015 08/04/15 Off Market $235,000 -- --
06/24/2015 06/24/15 Price Changed $238,000 -0.8% $234 / Sq Ft
06/05/2015 06/05/15 For Sale $239,900 +2.1% $236 / Sq Ft
05/21/2015 05/21/15 Off Market $235,000 -- --
05/06/2015 05/06/15 Price Changed $239,900 -1.1% $236 / Sq Ft
03/31/2015 03/31/15 For Sale $242,500 +8.0% $239 / Sq Ft
08/23/2013 08/23/13 Sold $224,500 0.0% $221 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/30/2013 07/30/13 Pending -- -- --
07/20/2013 07/20/13 Off Market $224,500 -- --
07/12/2013 07/12/13 Price Changed $229,900 -1.1% $226 / Sq Ft
06/18/2013 06/18/13 For Sale $232,500 -- $229 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $4,477 $394,800 $0 $394,800
2024 $4,050 $348,500 $0 $348,500
2023 $3,871 $309,400 $0 $309,400
2022 $3,759 $283,700 $0 $283,700
2021 $3,698 $268,000 $0 $268,000
2020 $3,740 $258,800 $0 $258,800
2019 $3,552 $235,200 $0 $235,200
2018 $3,297 $214,400 $0 $214,400
2017 $3,234 $203,900 $0 $203,900
2016 $3,060 $195,300 $0 $195,300
2015 $3,124 $190,400 $0 $190,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Andrea Bennett

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Andrea Bennett

    William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

    (978) 578-5024

    4 in this area

    52 Total Sales

    Andrea Bennett
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  • Julie Marion

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Julie Marion

    Hottel Real Estate LLC

    (978) 877-2873

    1 in this area

    13 Total Sales

    Julie Marion
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  • K

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Kristen Derosa Kotowski

    MerryFox Realty

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  • Francesca Little

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Francesca Little

    Little & Co., REALTORS®

    (978) 745-4447

    2 in this area

    31 Total Sales

    Francesca Little
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  • G

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Gayle Estrella

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Beverly

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  • Tish Lentine

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Tish Lentine

    Keller Williams Realty Evolution

    (978) 882-4644

    1 in this area

    17 Total Sales

    Tish Lentine
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73411373

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SALE-000033-000000-000631-000801-000801

Massachusetts Essex County Salem 01970 South Salem

20 Willow Ave Unit 1, Salem, MA

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