78 Valley St Salem, MA 01970
Witchcraft Heights Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,053
Sq Ft
8,276
Sq Ft Lot
About This Home
As of June 2018Benefit from the great design in this 3 bedroom Raised Ranch--a floor plan for today's lifestyle! Located in acclaimed Witchcraft Heights with expansive, flat fenced yard, deck and family room-- superb for entertaining. Surprisingly large bedrooms: master bedroom nicely accommodates a King (13x21) and 2nd bedroom (10x24). Totally convenient attached 2-car garage. Updates include bathroom, roof & siding. Opportunity for home office in 7 x 12 unfinished bonus room (walk-out to back yard).
Last Agent to Sell the Property
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services Listed on: 02/12/2013
Home Details
Home Type
Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
$8,008
Year Built
1966
Lot Details
0
Listing Details
- Lot Description: Fenced/Enclosed
- Special Features: None
- Property Sub Type: Detached
- Year Built: 1966
Interior Features
- Has Basement: Yes
- Fireplaces: 2
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Amenities: Public Transportation, Golf Course, Medical Facility
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Flooring: Wall to Wall Carpet, Hardwood
- Insulation: Fiberglass
- Basement: Full, Finished
- Bedroom 2: Second Floor, 10X24
- Bedroom 3: Second Floor, 9X9
- Bathroom #1: First Floor
- Bathroom #2: Second Floor
- Kitchen: Second Floor, 10X12
- Laundry Room: First Floor
- Living Room: Second Floor, 13X15
- Master Bedroom: Second Floor, 13X21
- Master Bedroom Description: Flooring - Hardwood
- Dining Room: Second Floor, 9X10
- Family Room: First Floor, 12X21
Exterior Features
- Exterior: Vinyl
- Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Fenced Yard
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
Garage/Parking
- Garage Parking: Attached
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Off-Street
- Parking Spaces: 2
Utilities
- Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tank
Condo/Co-op/Association
- HOA: No
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 26, 2018
Closed on
Jun 29, 2018
Sold by
Levin Jonathan and Levin Lisa
Bought by
Carchide Meghan E
Seller's Agent
Pam McKee
Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Buyer's Agent
Meghan Carchide
Landmark Properties
List Price
$509,000
Sold Price
$499,800
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,200
-1.81%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.08%
Original Mortgage
$374,850
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 26, 2016
Closed on
Aug 8, 2016
Sold by
Lunt Timothy and Lunt Nicole M
Bought by
Levin Lisa
Seller's Agent
Ted Richard
J. Barrett & Company
Buyer's Agent
Shari McGuirk
Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$439,900
Sold Price
$440,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.02%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.98%
Original Mortgage
$374,000
Interest Rate
3.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 12, 2013
Closed on
May 1, 2013
Sold by
Litwin Robert F and Litwin Nancy
Bought by
Lunt Timothy and Lunt Nicole M
Seller's Agent
Linda Hayes
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Buyer's Agent
Ted Richard
J. Barrett & Company
List Price
$349,000
Sold Price
$345,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-1.15%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.70%
Original Mortgage
$327,750
Interest Rate
3.57%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 27, 2004
Sold by
Rich Bonnie M and Rich David S
Bought by
Litwin Robert F
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$296,700
Interest Rate
6.02%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 30, 2001
Sold by
Russell Michael A
Bought by
Rich David S and Rich Bonnie M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 1, 1998
Sold by
Davis Winston and Davis Gloria
Bought by
Russell Michael A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$94,500
Interest Rate
6.83%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $499,800 | -- | |
| Not Resolvable | $440,000 | -- | |
| Not Resolvable | $345,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $371,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $282,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $194,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $368,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Closed | $375,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Closed | $374,850 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $374,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $327,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $298,800 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $296,700 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $94,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/16/2025 07/16/25 | For Sale | $799,900 | +60.0% | $390 / Sq Ft |
| 06/29/2018 06/29/18 | Sold | $499,800 | -1.8% | $243 / Sq Ft |
| 05/09/2018 05/09/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/26/2018 04/26/18 | For Sale | $509,000 | +15.7% | $248 / Sq Ft |
| 08/08/2016 08/08/16 | Sold | $440,000 | 0.0% | $214 / Sq Ft |
| 07/02/2016 07/02/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/26/2016 06/26/16 | For Sale | $439,900 | +27.5% | $214 / Sq Ft |
| 04/30/2013 04/30/13 | Sold | $345,000 | +1.5% | $168 / Sq Ft |
| 03/12/2013 03/12/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/12/2013 02/12/13 | Price Changed | $339,900 | -2.6% | $166 / Sq Ft |
| 02/12/2013 02/12/13 | For Sale | $349,000 | -- | $170 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
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 | $8,008 | $706,200 | $230,700 | $475,500 |
| 2024 | $7,676 | $660,600 | $217,700 | $442,900 |
| 2023 | $7,483 | $598,200 | $198,200 | $400,000 |
| 2022 | $7,170 | $541,100 | $181,900 | $359,200 |
| 2021 | $6,819 | $494,100 | $168,900 | $325,200 |
| 2020 | $6,917 | $478,700 | $165,700 | $313,000 |
| 2019 | $6,883 | $455,800 | $155,900 | $299,900 |
| 2018 | $6,430 | $418,100 | $145,500 | $272,600 |
| 2017 | $6,154 | $388,000 | $136,400 | $251,600 |
| 2016 | $6,080 | $388,000 | $136,400 | $251,600 |
| 2015 | $5,606 | $341,600 | $120,200 | $221,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Meghan Carchide
M
Seller's Agent in 2025
Meghan Carchide
Landmark Properties
(781) 771-9055
-
Kenneth Bane
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Kenneth Bane
Landmark Properties
(781) 771-9055
-
Pam McKee
Seller's Agent in 2018
Pam McKee
Keller Williams Realty Evolution
(978) 500-4047
104 Total Sales
-
Ted Richard
Seller's Agent in 2016
Ted Richard
J. Barrett & Company
(978) 921-1117
65 Total Sales
-
Shari McGuirk
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Shari McGuirk
Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty
(781) 589-7720
1 in this area
77 Total Sales
-
Linda Hayes
Seller's Agent in 2013
Linda Hayes
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
(781) 605-8805
88 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 71481659
APN: SALE-000015-000000-000469
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