Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $745,000 on Mar 24, 2026
23 RIVER ST
SALEM, MA 01970
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,376 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2,108 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1800
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$745,000 · Mar 24, 2026
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$720,135
AMERICAN FINANCIAL NETWORK · recorded Mar 24, 2026
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,568 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$402,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$141,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$260,900
Climate Risk
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.34 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.48%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(8)
Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.Foreclosure Filings(3)
Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
HME
Salem Preparatory High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
Collins Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
Saltonstall SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.8 mi
District: Salem School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 01970These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.
CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.87
Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.
Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.44,728
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,443 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,271
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,638
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%
Ownership
OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No
Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.
How this home compares
23 River St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.
- Smaller than 72% of homes in Essex County
- Among the smallest lots in Essex County
- Among the oldest homes in Essex County
How it measures up in Salem 01970
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 01970.
Living area1,376 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,659 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 34% of homes nearby
Lot size2,108 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger
Bigger than 5% of homes nearby
Year built1800
OlderTypical 1920Newer
Newer than 4% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | McIntire Historic District | Salem 01970 | Essex County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,376 ft² | 35% of homes | 34% of homes | 28% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 2,108 ft² | 8% of homes | 5% of homes | almost no homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1800 | 24% of homes | 4% of homes | almost no homes |
About 23 River St
When did 23 River St, Salem, MA last sell?
23 River St, Salem, MA last sold on Mar 24, 2026 for $745,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 23 River St, Salem, MA?
23 River St, Salem, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,376 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.
When was 23 River St, Salem, MA built?
23 River St, Salem, MA was built in 1800, making it 226 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 23 River St, Salem, MA?
23 River St, Salem, MA is assigned to Salem Preparatory High School (high); Collins Middle School (middle), rated B-; Saltonstall School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Salem School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 23 River St, Salem, MA compare to other homes in Salem 01970?
Among the 12,071 homes in Salem 01970, it is bigger than 34% of them (1,376 ft² against a typical 1,659 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (2,108 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1800 against a typical 1920). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 23 River St, Salem, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 23 River St, Salem, MA was $4,568. The county assessed it at $402,800.
More homes on River St
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- 6 River St$413K1 bd · 1 ba · 959 ft² · Sold $400K · Aug 2025
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- 15 1/2 River St$679K2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,107 ft² · Sold $424K · Nov 2016
- 13 River St$758K3 bd · 2 ba · 1,459 ft² · Sold $377K · Sep 2009
- 15 River St$895K4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,701 ft² · Sold $415K · Aug 2008
- 4 River St$978K4 bd · 2 ba · 1,875 ft² · Sold $432K · Aug 2007
- 12 River St$879K3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,381 ft² · Sold $312K · May 2001
- 14 River St$536K2 bd · 2 ba · 960 ft² · Sold $145K · Apr 2001
- 11 River St3 bd · 2 ba · 2,102 ft² · Sold $67K · Jan 2000
- 17 River St$721K2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,179 ft² · Sold $110K · Jul 1992
Closest homes
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- 11 Lynn St$844K61 ft · 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,386 ft² · Sold $230K · Aug 2018
- 331 Bridge St Unit 1$829K71 ft · 3 ba · 1,537 ft² · Sold $630K · Mar 2021
- 333 Bridge St # 1$761K71 ft · 3 ba · 1,535 ft² · Sold $729K · Apr 2025
- 331 Bridge St$863K71 ft · 2.5 ba · 1,537 ft² · Sold $705K · Feb 2022
- 333 Bridge St # 2$843K71 ft · 3 ba · 1,535 ft²
- 9 Lynn St$1.1M110 ft · 5 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,876 ft² · Sold $10K · Jan 1969
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- 2 Aurora Ln$595K2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,675 ft² · Sold $500K · Jul 2026
- 3 Eclipse Ln$673K2 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,240 ft² · Sold $740K · Jul 2026
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- 88 Moffatt Rd$675K2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,793 ft² · Sold $760K · Jul 2026
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- 15 Oak View Ave$600K2 bd · 2 ba · 959 ft² · Sold $580K · Jul 2026
- 258 Lafayette St$500K2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,178 ft² · Sold $475K · Jul 2026
- 13 Woodlands Rd$979K2.5 ba · 2,659 ft² · Sold $1.2M · Jul 2026
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