26 Winter St

6,897 Sq. Ft.
$366 / Sq. Ft.
6,897
Sq. Ft.
$366
per Sq. Ft.

Description

The Joseph Story House, a private, gated 6,897 sf Federal-Style estate, masterfully blends timeless historic elegance with modern luxury living. Reborn and renovated stem to stern in the 2000s, this eco-honored historic treasure—celebrated in Architectural Digest—enchants with 13 rooms, 5 beds, 4 full/3 half baths, and 4 fireplaces. Its chef’s kitchen, four-layer fountain terrace, and lush, irrigated grounds elevate grand entertaining, while a 4-level elevator enhances access and mobility for all....The Joseph Story House, a private, gated 6,897 sf Federal-Style estate, masterfully blends timeless historic elegance with modern luxury living. Reborn and renovated stem to stern in the 2000s, this eco-honored historic treasure—celebrated in Architectural Digest—enchants with 13 rooms, 5 beds, 4 full/3 half baths, and 4 fireplaces. Its chef’s kitchen, four-layer fountain terrace, and lush, irrigated grounds elevate grand entertaining, while a 4-level elevator enhances access and mobility for all. Overlooking Salem Common, steps from vibrant downtown and with rail/ferry access to Boston, it boasts brick carriage house addition, geothermal systems, updated windows, and a heated 2-car garage. The opulent primary suite, with its fireplace, steam shower, and private balcony, offers serene escape. Property's 1-bedroom apt currently generating income. Property also marketed Single Family on MLS 73430728, See Disclosures and Firm Remarks.
  1. Listed by Richard Zaniboni • RE/MAX Bentley's
  2. Listed by Cristine Zaniboni • RE/MAX Bentley's

Property Details for 26 Winter Street

Town
Salem
Area
MA-Salem
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
7.00
Parking Spaces Total
9
LISTING UPDATED: 12/12/2025 06:37 AM

Property Details for 26 Winter Street

StatusSold
MLS #73430730
Days on Market60
Taxes$38,485 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti-family / 3 Family
Year Built1811
CountyEssex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of RE/MAX Bentley's, Richard Zaniboni; RE/MAX Bentley's, Cristine Zaniboni

Sold By RE/MAX Bentley's, Richard Zaniboni

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Building Information for 26 Winter Street

Stories5Residences2Year Built1811Building Size-Lot Size0.27 AC / 11,561 SF

Payment Calculator

$15,513 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$12,306

Property Taxes

$3,207

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 26 Winter Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Private
  • Living Area: 6897.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 2
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Certified Historic
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Walk Out, Interior Access, Garage Access
  • Num of Baths: 7.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 5.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 7
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Interior Features: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Office/Den
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Rain Gutters
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Porch, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: 3 Family via field card on PatriotProperties site. Current owners occupy home and rent out Apt - 1 bed/1 bath unit (tenant at will) on Oliver St side. Buyer and Buyer’s agent to perform their own due diligence. Seller and listing agent make no warranties or representations.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:35 L:0081,2136225
  • Assessments: $3,393,700
  • Book: 35637
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: R2
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
  • Total Living Levels: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Granite
  • Levels: 5
Income / Expenses
  • GOI: $21,600.00
  • NOI: $21,600.00
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit 1 Description
  • Floor U1: 1
  • Lease U1: N
  • Levels U1: 3
Unit 2 Description
  • Floor U2: 2
  • Lease U2: Y
  • Levels U2: 2
Unit 3 Description
  • Lease U3: N
Rental Info
Rental Info
  • Total Actual Rent: $1,800.00

Property History for 26 Winter Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 11, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73430730

$2,525,000
Oct 31, 2025

Canceled

MLS PIN #73430728

$2,600,000
Oct 29, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73430730

Oct 29, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73430730

Sep 15, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73430728

$2,600,000
Sep 15, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73430730

$2,600,000
Jul 22, 2025

Canceled

MLS PIN #73381268

$2,980,000
Jul 22, 2025

Canceled

MLS PIN #73369827

$2,980,000
Jul 7, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73381268

Jul 7, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73369827

May 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73381268

$2,980,000
May 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73369827

$2,980,000
Jan 25, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #587993534

$1,950,000

+4.7% / yr

Jan 25, 2017

Sold

MLS PIN #72014166

$1,950,000
Sep 28, 2016

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72014166

Sep 28, 2016

Contingent

MLS PIN #72014166

Aug 31, 2016

Expired

MLS PIN #72035249

$2,300,000
Jul 8, 2016

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72035249

$2,300,000
May 31, 2016

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72014166

$2,300,000
May 1, 2016

Canceled

MLS PIN #71917374

$2,385,000
May 1, 2016

Canceled

MLS PIN #71908515

$2,385,000
Oct 9, 2015

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71917374

$2,650,000
Sep 22, 2015

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71908515

$2,650,000
May 24, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #196697954

$1,200,000
May 24, 2006

Sold

MLS PIN #70187236

$1,200,000
Feb 14, 2006

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70187236

Feb 14, 2006

Contingent

MLS PIN #70187236

May 7, 2005

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70187236

$1,495,000
May 2, 2005

Canceled

MLS PIN #70052916

$1,495,000
Jun 21, 2004

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70052916

$1,500,000
Aug 18, 2002

Expired

MLS PIN #30584250

$1,250,000
Mar 3, 2002

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30584250

$1,250,000
Nov 30, 1998

Expired

MLS PIN #30255418

$875,000
Sep 3, 1998

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30255418

$875,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/11/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73430730

$2,525,000
10/31/2025

Canceled

MLS PIN #73430728

$2,600,000
10/29/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73430730

10/29/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73430730

09/15/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73430728

$2,600,000
09/15/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73430730

$2,600,000
07/22/2025

Canceled

MLS PIN #73381268

$2,980,000
07/22/2025

Canceled

MLS PIN #73369827

$2,980,000
07/07/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73381268

07/07/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73369827

05/28/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73381268

$2,980,000
05/05/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73369827

$2,980,000
01/25/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #587993534

$1,950,000

+4.7% / yr

01/25/2017

Sold

MLS PIN #72014166

$1,950,000
09/28/2016

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72014166

09/28/2016

Contingent

MLS PIN #72014166

08/31/2016

Expired

MLS PIN #72035249

$2,300,000
07/08/2016

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72035249

$2,300,000
05/31/2016

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72014166

$2,300,000
05/01/2016

Canceled

MLS PIN #71917374

$2,385,000
05/01/2016

Canceled

MLS PIN #71908515

$2,385,000
10/09/2015

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71917374

$2,650,000
09/22/2015

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71908515

$2,650,000
05/24/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #196697954

$1,200,000
05/24/2006

Sold

MLS PIN #70187236

$1,200,000
02/14/2006

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70187236

02/14/2006

Contingent

MLS PIN #70187236

05/07/2005

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70187236

$1,495,000
05/02/2005

Canceled

MLS PIN #70052916

$1,495,000
06/21/2004

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70052916

$1,500,000
08/18/2002

Expired

MLS PIN #30584250

$1,250,000
03/03/2002

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30584250

$1,250,000
11/30/1998

Expired

MLS PIN #30255418

$875,000
09/03/1998

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30255418

$875,000

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

Public Records for 26 Winter Street

Taxable ValueLand$293,300Additions$3,100,400Total$3,393,700
Tax Record2025$38,485 ($3,207 / month)
Home Facts
Baths5.5Total Finished SqFt6,897 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,897 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt3,066 SqFtStories3Lot Size11,561 SqFtStyleTriplexYear Built1811ZoningR2CountyESSEXAPNSALE M:35 L:0081Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 26 Winter 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 Bentley's, Richard Zaniboni; RE/MAX Bentley's, Cristine Zaniboni

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