16 Williams St

$1,500,000
Price
6
Beds
3,765 Sq. Ft.
$398 / Sq. Ft.
3,765
Sq. Ft.
$398
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Experience timeless elegance with this stunning Italianate Victorian home in the heart of historic Salem. Rich in character, this residence blends classic 19th-century craftsmanship with thoughtful modern updates. Built in 1878 for John A. Currin, a mason, this beautiful home is close to Salem Common. You’ll find soaring ceilings, intricate moldings, hardwood floors, and rooms that exude warmth and charm. The formal living and dining rooms are ideal for entertaining, while the updated kitchen offers...Experience timeless elegance with this stunning Italianate Victorian home in the heart of historic Salem. Rich in character, this residence blends classic 19th-century craftsmanship with thoughtful modern updates. Built in 1878 for John A. Currin, a mason, this beautiful home is close to Salem Common. You’ll find soaring ceilings, intricate moldings, hardwood floors, and rooms that exude warmth and charm. The formal living and dining rooms are ideal for entertaining, while the updated kitchen offers a perfect blend of style and functionality with modern appliances and ample cabinetry. Upstairs, six spacious bedrooms provide plenty of room for family, guests, or creative space. The three full bathrooms have been tastefully renovated. Enjoy peaceful mornings in the Beacon Hill-style backyard garden. Conveniently located near downtown Salem’s shops, restaurants, museums, and commuter rail. This is more than a home—it’s an opportunity to own a piece of Salem’s history,

Property Details for 16 Williams Street

Town
Salem
Area
MA-Salem
Architectural Style
Victorian
Style
Garden, Victorian
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
2
LISTING UPDATED: 12/04/2025 04:20 AM

Property Details for 16 Williams Street

StatusNew
MLS #73457592
Days on Market1
Taxes$13,945 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1878
CountyEssex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead, Kathy Culkin
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Building Information for 16 Williams Street

Stories-Year Built1878Building Size-Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,354 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,574 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,412

Property Taxes

$1,162

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 16 Williams Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 3765.0
  • Color: Gray
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Range Hood
  • Basement Features: Full
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Interior Features: Bonus Room
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Fenced Yard, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Garden Area, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: 1 to 2 Mile To Beach
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Tandem, On Street Permit
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Tandem, On Street Permit
  • Parking Features: Tandem, On Street Permit
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Level: Third
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Dining Room Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Family Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Cabinets - Upgraded,Stainless Steel Appliances,Wine Chiller,Window Seat
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: 2136281
  • Assessments: $1,188,800
  • Book: 35129
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: R2
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 6
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 16 Williams Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 4, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73457592

$1,500,000
Jul 29, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #576636546

$750,000

+7.7% / yr

Jul 29, 2016

Sold

MLS PIN #71878477

$750,000
May 8, 2016

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71878477

May 8, 2016

Contingent

MLS PIN #71878477

Jul 23, 2015

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71878477

$810,000
Mar 21, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #412514670

$630,000

+5.3% / yr

Mar 21, 2014

Sold

MLS PIN #71622459

$630,000
Feb 4, 2014

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71622459

Feb 4, 2014

Contingent

MLS PIN #71622459

Jan 13, 2014

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71622459

$699,900
Aug 15, 2001

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87250742

$329,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/04/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73457592

$1,500,000
07/29/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #576636546

$750,000

+7.7% / yr

07/29/2016

Sold

MLS PIN #71878477

$750,000
05/08/2016

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71878477

05/08/2016

Contingent

MLS PIN #71878477

07/23/2015

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71878477

$810,000
03/21/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #412514670

$630,000

+5.3% / yr

03/21/2014

Sold

MLS PIN #71622459

$630,000
02/04/2014

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71622459

02/04/2014

Contingent

MLS PIN #71622459

01/13/2014

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71622459

$699,900
08/15/2001

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87250742

$329,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 16 Williams Street

Taxable ValueLand$196,800Additions$992,000Total$1,188,800
Tax Record2025$13,481 ($1,123 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths2Total Finished SqFt3,765 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,765 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,560 SqFtStories3Lot Size3,358 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1878ZoningR2CountyESSEXAPNSALE M:35 L:0125Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 16 Williams Street

This home is within Salem School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Horace Mann Laboratory School
PublicPK to 5

Bates Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Carlton Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Witchcraft Heights Elementary School
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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16 Williams Street is a single family home for sale in Salem, MA 01970. This listing's school district is Salem School District. Nearby schools include Horace Mann Laboratory School, Bates Elementary School and Carlton Elementary School. 16 Williams Street is a 6-bed, 3-bath, 3,765 sqft single family home built in 1878.

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead, Kathy Culkin

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