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18 Balcomb Street Salem — Photo 1 of 29

18 Balcomb Street Salem — Photo 1 of 29

$1,700,000

18 Balcomb Street, Salem, MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

Beds

8

Baths

6

SqFt

4,310

Style

2 Family - 2 Units Side by Side

Built

1875

RARE OWNER-OCCUPANT INCOME OPPORTUNITY IN SALEM! Completely renovated from top to bottom, this exceptional two-family offers over 4,300 SF with TWO spacious 4-bedroom, 3-full-bath residences, each approximately 2,155 SF and designed to live like a single-family home. An incredible opportunity to occupy one residence while generating income from the other, including potential short-term rental use for a qualifying owner-occupant, subject to City of Salem requirements. Nearly everything is NEW! New roof, electrical, plumbing, HVAC with gas heat and central A/C, kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, interior and exterior paint and more. Soaring ceilings, abundant natural light and beautiful finishes preserve the scale and character of the original 1875 Victorian while providing the comfort and functionality of a modern home. Each residence enjoys its own separate driveway with off-street parking, private fenced outdoor space and private basement with abundant storage, providing an unusual level of privacy and independence for a two-family property. With 8 bedrooms, 6 full bathrooms and more than 4,300 SF of beautifully renovated living space, the possibilities are exceptional: owner-occupy with rental income, explore permitted short-term rental potential, accommodate extended or multigenerational living, or maintain both residences as long-term rentals. Ideally located in North Salem approximately 1 mile from downtown Salem and the MBTA.

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$394/sqft
Local Avg (Salem)$354/sqft
11% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 21 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Salem, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$1,700,000
Annual Taxes$10,332

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street4

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms14
FireplacesNone
FlooringTile, Hardwood, Wood, Stone/Ceramic Tile
BasementFull

Climate & Utilities

HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Unit Control
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle
FoundationBrick/Mortar, Granite
ZoningR2

Property & Lot

Acres0.1
SqFt Lot4,486
Lot FeaturesCorner Lot, Level

Amenities & Appliances

Range • Dishwasher • Refrigerator

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Medical Facility • Highway Access • House of Worship

Geography

Population

44,738

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$85K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

50.4%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Essex County

992 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-15% vs the prior 12 months) — 515 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Jackelyn Enslow

Listing Office: Cameron Real Estate Group

MLS® Number: 73517252

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