16 Williams St

4,115 Sq. Ft.
$182 / Sq. Ft.
4,115
Sq. Ft.
$182
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Built in 1878 for John Currin, this exquisite Italianate Victorian was recently updated and redecorated by the current owner to bring out the period detail and provide all the modern conveniences. High Ceilings, arches and refinished wood floors offer elegance to the grand foyer, living and dining rooms, parlor/study, family room, kitchen with mudroom, six bedroom, 2 full baths and large, finished third floor with walk-in cedar closet. Updated systems, central air conditioning, new roof and Beacon...Built in 1878 for John Currin, this exquisite Italianate Victorian was recently updated and redecorated by the current owner to bring out the period detail and provide all the modern conveniences. High Ceilings, arches and refinished wood floors offer elegance to the grand foyer, living and dining rooms, parlor/study, family room, kitchen with mudroom, six bedroom, 2 full baths and large, finished third floor with walk-in cedar closet. Updated systems, central air conditioning, new roof and Beacon Hill-style garden and parking. Own a part of history in a vibrant City! Steps to the Salem Common, Downtown and Commuter Rail to Boston.
  1. Listed by Kathleen Sullivan • RE/MAX Beacon

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: 08/05/2022 07:24 AM

Property Details for 16 Williams Street

StatusSold
MLS #71878477
Days on Market323
Taxes$8,880 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1878
CountyEssex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of RE/MAX Beacon, Kathleen Sullivan

Sold By RE/MAX Beacon, Kathleen Sullivan

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Building Information for 16 Williams Street

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

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$4,395 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,655

Property Taxes

$740

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, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 4115.0
  • Color: Grey
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Basement Features: Full
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Features: Cedar Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Sitting Room, Bedroom, Bonus Room
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Wood, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Skylight, Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Balcony - Exterior, Porch, Patio - Enclosed, Fenced Yard, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Garden Area, Porch, Porch - Enclosed
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Enclosed
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Harbor, Ocean, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, On Street Permit
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, On Street Permit
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, On Street Permit
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewage District: SESD
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Features: Skylight,Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Dining Room Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood
  • Family Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 2136281
  • Assessments: $566,700
  • Book: 33173
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Zoning: R2
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 6
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.

Property History for 16 Williams Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 27, 2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73457592

—
Feb 11, 2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73457592

$1,399,000—
Feb 11, 2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73457592

—
Dec 6, 2025

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73457592

$1,500,000—
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
02/27/2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73457592

—
02/11/2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73457592

$1,399,000
02/11/2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73457592

—
12/06/2025

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73457592

$1,500,000
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

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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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Listing Courtesy of RE/MAX Beacon, Kathleen Sullivan

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