38 Chestnut St

$2,375,000
Price
5
Beds
5,807 Sq. Ft.
$409 / Sq. Ft.
5,807
Sq. Ft.
$409
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This stunning home is located on one of the most beautiful streets on the North Shore. Come see this 19th-century Federalist single family townhouse, thoughtfully renovated in 2021 with care and attention to detail. From the moment you enter the cheery foyer, you're drawn into a spacious double parlor with floor-to-ceiling windows and two fireplaces. Just beyond, the formal dining room features a bay window and its own fireplace. The kitchen blends classic character with modern convenience, offering...This stunning home is located on one of the most beautiful streets on the North Shore. Come see this 19th-century Federalist single family townhouse, thoughtfully renovated in 2021 with care and attention to detail. From the moment you enter the cheery foyer, you're drawn into a spacious double parlor with floor-to-ceiling windows and two fireplaces. Just beyond, the formal dining room features a bay window and its own fireplace. The kitchen blends classic character with modern convenience, offering high-end cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, an island, and a breakfast nook. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a walk-in closet and a beautiful en suite bath that includes a soaking tub. Two additional bedrooms and a stylish full bath complete the 2nd floor. The third level adds even more flexibility, with two more bedrooms, another full bath, and a cedar storage room. The top floor offers a creative space with its own bath. Enchanting yard and 2 car Parking.
  1. Listed by Beth Jacobs • Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead

Property Details for 38 Chestnut Street

Town
Salem
MLS Area
McIntire Historic District
Area
MA-Salem-McIntire Historic District, MA-Salem
Architectural Style
Federal
Style
Federal
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
2
LISTING UPDATED: 12/18/2025 09:27 AM

Property Details for 38 Chestnut Street

StatusContingent
MLS #73417206
Days on Market98
Taxes$22,373 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Attached
Year Built1850
CountyEssex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead, Beth Jacobs
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Building Information for 38 Chestnut Street

Stories-Year Built1850Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,851 SF

Payment Calculator

$13,600 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$11,736

Property Taxes

$1,864

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 38 Chestnut Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Marina, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 5807.0
  • Color: Brick
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Single Family Type: Attached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Bulkhead
  • Num of Baths: 5.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 8
  • Flooring: Tile, Marble, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Bathroom - 3/4, Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Half, Home Office, Bathroom
  • Interior Features: Window AC
  • Laundry Features: Bathroom - 1/4, In Basement
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame, Brick
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Deck
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Slate, Rubber
  • Waterfront Features: Bay, Ocean, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Other (See Remarks))
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas, Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Fireplace,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Level: Third
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Soaking Tub
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
  • Bathroom3 Level: Third
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Family Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,French Doors,Kitchen Island,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Second Dishwasher,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Features: Skylight,Ceiling - Vaulted
  • Room Office Level: Fourth Floor
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Fireplaces have never been used and seller gives no representation. Electric heat in top floor bathroom. Window A/C's for third and top floor.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 2131597
  • Assessments: $1,972,900
  • Book: 3824
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: R1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Irregular
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 38 Chestnut Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 17, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73417206

—
Oct 1, 2025

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73417206

$2,375,000—
Aug 13, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73417206

$2,375,000—
Apr 15, 2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72629785

$1,265,000—
Mar 8, 2020

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72629785

—
Mar 8, 2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72629785

—
Mar 7, 2020

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72629785

$1,295,000—
Sep 17, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #128099244

$55,400

-20.5% / yr

Aug 15, 1995

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87227667

$355,000—
Aug 15, 1995

Sold

MLS PIN #30049298

$355,000—
May 30, 1995

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #30049298

—
May 30, 1995

Contingent

MLS PIN #30049298

—
May 26, 1995

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30049298

$379,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/17/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73417206

—
10/01/2025

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73417206

$2,375,000
08/13/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73417206

$2,375,000
04/15/2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72629785

$1,265,000
03/08/2020

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72629785

—
03/08/2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72629785

—
03/07/2020

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72629785

$1,295,000
09/17/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #128099244

$55,400

-20.5% / yr

08/15/1995

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87227667

$355,000
08/15/1995

Sold

MLS PIN #30049298

$355,000
05/30/1995

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #30049298

—
05/30/1995

Contingent

MLS PIN #30049298

—
05/26/1995

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30049298

$379,000

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Public Records for 38 Chestnut Street

Taxable ValueLand$256,400Additions$1,716,500Total$1,972,900
Tax Record2025$22,373 ($1,864 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt5,807 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,807 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt2,013 SqFtStories4Lot Size3,851 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1850ZoningR1CountyESSEXAPNSALE M:25 L:0220Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 38 Chestnut 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

Carlton Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Witchcraft Heights Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead, Beth Jacobs

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