23 River St

1,376 Sq. Ft.
$531 / Sq. Ft.
1,376
Sq. Ft.
$531
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Set on a corner in Salem's historic district, steps from the commuter rail and downtown, this meticulously renovated two-unit multi-family blends timeless charm with modern upgrades. Ideal for homeowners or investors. Unit 1: A sunlit 1BR featuring a living room with decorative fireplace, chef's kitchen, spa-like bath, in-unit laundry, & a porch. Unit 2: Spans the 2nd/3rd floors with a versatile 2-3BR, 1.5 bath layout. It includes a chef's kitchen with high-quality cabinetry, granite counters, and...Set on a corner in Salem's historic district, steps from the commuter rail and downtown, this meticulously renovated two-unit multi-family blends timeless charm with modern upgrades. Ideal for homeowners or investors. Unit 1: A sunlit 1BR featuring a living room with decorative fireplace, chef's kitchen, spa-like bath, in-unit laundry, & a porch. Unit 2: Spans the 2nd/3rd floors with a versatile 2-3BR, 1.5 bath layout. It includes a chef's kitchen with high-quality cabinetry, granite counters, and a mix of refurbished fir and new birch floors. The living room features a decorative fireplace, enclosed seasonal office/porch, and baths renovated with classic marble tile. 23 River Street interior has been extensively updated over 4 years: featuring stainless LG appliances, full-size LG laundry, new PVC plumbing, spray foam insulation, and two Lochnivar combo heat/hot water systems. Outside, enjoy a 2-car tandem driveway and a private rear thermal bluestone patio oasis.

Listing Agents

  1. Heather Kaznoski

    Heather Kaznoski

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

  2. Mary Stewart

    Mary Stewart

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    m.stewart@compass.com

    P: (781)-820-5676

Property Details for 23 River Street

Town
Salem
MLS Area
McIntire Historic District
Area
MA-Salem-McIntire Historic District, MA-Salem
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
2
LISTING UPDATED: 02/17/2026 12:32 PM

Property Details for 23 River Street

StatusNew
MLS #73477807
Days on MarketListed Today
Taxes$5,432 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti-family / 2 Family
Year Built1800
CountyEssex County
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Building Information for 23 River Street

Stories3Residences2Year Built1800Building Size-Lot Size0.05 AC / 2,090 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,011 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,558

Property Taxes

$453

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 23 River Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 1376.0
  • Color: Beige
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 2
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Public
  • High School: Public
  • Middle School: Public
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Interior Features: Upgraded Cabinets, Upgraded Countertops, Remodeled, Other(See Remarks), Living Room, Kitchen
  • Interior Features: Other(See Remarks)
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
  • Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Harbor, Ocean, Beach Ownership(Public)
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Tandem
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Tandem
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Tandem
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, Individually Metered
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewage District: Essex
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
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
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 2132929
  • Assessments: $503,100
  • Book: 39672
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: B1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
  • Total Living Levels: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Levels: 3
  • Heat Zones: 2
Income / Expenses
  • Annual Expenses Source: Not Available
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit 1 Description
  • Floor U1: 1
  • Lease U1: N
  • Levels U1: 1
Unit 2 Description
  • Floor U2: 2
  • Lease U2: N
  • Levels U2: 2
Rental Info
Rental Info
  • Total Actual Rent: $.00

Property History for 23 River Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 17, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73477807

$730,000—
Mar 19, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1455566254

$270,000—
Mar 19, 2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72772228

$270,000—
Jan 18, 2021

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72772228

—
Jan 18, 2021

Contingent

MLS PIN #72772228

—
Jan 7, 2021

Canceled

MLS PIN #72772222

$304,500—
Jan 5, 2021

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72772222

$304,500—
Jan 3, 2021

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72772228

$304,500—
Nov 17, 2017

Canceled

MLS PIN #72204915

$249,900—
Jul 26, 2017

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72204915

$299,900—
Mar 20, 1997

Expired

MLS PIN #30135341

$118,500—
Nov 6, 1996

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30135341

$123,900—
Apr 30, 1995

Expired

MLS PIN #30013907

$115,900—
Oct 31, 1994

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30013907

$115,900—
Oct 18, 1994

Expired

MLS PIN #30001357

$125,888—
Jul 18, 1994

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30001357

$125,888—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/17/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73477807

$730,000
03/19/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1455566254

$270,000
03/19/2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72772228

$270,000
01/18/2021

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72772228

—
01/18/2021

Contingent

MLS PIN #72772228

—
01/07/2021

Canceled

MLS PIN #72772222

$304,500
01/05/2021

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72772222

$304,500
01/03/2021

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72772228

$304,500
11/17/2017

Canceled

MLS PIN #72204915

$249,900
07/26/2017

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72204915

$299,900
03/20/1997

Expired

MLS PIN #30135341

$118,500
11/06/1996

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30135341

$123,900
04/30/1995

Expired

MLS PIN #30013907

$115,900
10/31/1994

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30013907

$115,900
10/18/1994

Expired

MLS PIN #30001357

$125,888
07/18/1994

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30001357

$125,888

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

Public Records for 23 River Street

Taxable ValueLand$141,900Additions$260,900Total$402,800
Tax Record2025$4,568 ($381 / month)
Home Facts
Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,376 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,376 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt442 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,108 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1800ZoningB1CountyESSEXAPNSALE M:26 L:0644

Schools near 23 River 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
Bates Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Horace Mann Laboratory School
PublicPK to 5

Witchcraft Heights Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Carlton 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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23 River Street is a multi-family home for sale in Salem, MA 01970. This listing's school district is Salem School District. Nearby schools include Bates Elementary School, Horace Mann Laboratory School and Witchcraft Heights Elementary School. 23 River Street is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 1,376 sqft multi-family home built in 1800.

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