OFF MARKET

Off Market Sep 2024 for $710K

$777,872

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $973/mo

•

1,930

sq ft

20 Francis Rd, Salem, MA 01970

About this home

Spacious home in a quiet neighborhood of desirable SALEM with a large private yard! LOTS OF NEW HERE! This home features 3 generous bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and nearly 2000 sq ft of renovated living space. Sunny kitchen w/quartz counters, new appliances, & farmers sink ppens to dining/fireplaced living rooms for easy entertaining. Freshly painted throughout, hardwood floors, new interior doors and renovated baths, 5 NEW MINI SPLITS, NEW HW HEATER, NEW COMPOSITE DECK, NEWER ROOF and CHIMNEY CAP 2021. New sliding door & composite deck with additional seating by the firepit it it ever gets COOL again! The yard really is a tranquil oasis. Large finished lower level provides another living space, possible extended family living space or home office. Garage for the cold winter months and additional storage. Walking distance to Federal Elementary/ Collins Middle School, as well as everything Revitalized Downtown Salem has to offer. Nearby MBTA. You're going to love living here!

Single-familyProperty Type

1960Year Built

0.26 acresLot Size

$403Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Louise Touchette Team • Coldwell Banker Realty - Lynnfield

Bought with Patrick Burns • MerryFox Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #73274551

Redfin Estimate

$777,872

$68K since sold in September 2024$15K since August

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This home's estimate is 9.9% higher than the average sale price ($708K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 16, 2026
$685,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,725 sq ft
15 Francis Rd, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$830,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,674 sq ft
9 Phelps St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD JUL 29, 2026
$675,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,468 sq ft
16 Laurent Rd, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$675,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,602 sq ft
16 Geneva St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD DEC 30, 2025
$750,000
E
4 beds2 baths1,560 sq ft
25 Calabrese St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$630,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,260 sq ft
22 Varney St, Salem, MA 01970

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Market trends in 01970, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.4%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$620K

$10K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

145

19 MoM

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Sale history for 20 Francis Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73274551

Sep 26, 2024

Sold

$710,000

$368/sq ft

Aug 14, 2024

Contingent

—

Aug 7, 2024

Listed

$634,900

$329/sq ft

MLS PIN #72671259

Aug 4, 2020

Sold

$495,000

$256/sq ft

Jun 15, 2020

Contingent

—

Jun 10, 2020

Listed

$449,900

$233/sq ft

+17

Spacious home in a Quiet Neighborhood with a Sizable Yard! This property features 3 good-sized bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and nearly 2000 sq ft. Open concept Kitchen/Dining Room with the option of removing the dividing wall to the living room for an entirely open first floor. Freshly painted 2nd floor, NEWLY Refinished HW Floors, NEW Carpet in 2 bedrooms. Bright living room with a working fireplace. Large finished lower level provides another living space, in-law, or office. Slider to a large Freshly Painted Deck overlooking a big yard perfect for entertaining. Garage for the cold winter months or storage. Walking distance to Federal Elementary and Collins Middle School, as well as everything Revitalized Downtown Salem has to offer. Nearby MBTA Commuter Rail. Showings during Open House only Sat & Sun 10-12 See website in Firm Remarks for a virtual tour.

Public Records

May 11, 1987

Sold

$152,500

$79/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$5,926 (+2.7%)

$177,700 + $296,000

$473,700

2022

$5,773

$171,100 + $264,600

$435,700

2021

$5,771 (+3.9%)

$171,100 + $247,100

$418,200

2020

$5,552 (+0.7%)

$161,200 + $223,000

$384,200

2019

$5,515 (+3.8%)

$153,300 + $211,900

$365,200

2018

$5,312 (+4.1%)

$146,100 + $199,300

$345,400

2017

$5,101 (+6.7%)

$138,200 + $183,400

$321,600

2016

$4,781 (+5.5%)

$121,700 + $183,400

$305,100

2015

$4,532 (+4.4%)

$111,900 + $164,300

$276,200

2014

$4,340 (+0.9%)

$105,300 + $154,100

$259,400

2013

$4,303 (+1.6%)

$108,600 + $154,100

$262,700

2012

$4,237 (+1.8%)

$114,500 + $156,600

$271,100

2011

$4,161 (+2.5%)

$119,700 + $156,800

$276,500

2010

$4,061 (+1.6%)

$125,000 + $164,900

$289,900

2009

$3,996

$131,600 + $177,700

$309,300

Tax history for 20 Francis Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$5,926 (+2.7%)

$177,700 + $296,000

$473,700

2022

$5,773

$171,100 + $264,600

$435,700

2021

$5,771 (+3.9%)

$171,100 + $247,100

$418,200

2020

$5,552 (+0.7%)

$161,200 + $223,000

$384,200

2019

$5,515 (+3.8%)

$153,300 + $211,900

$365,200

2018

$5,312 (+4.1%)

$146,100 + $199,300

$345,400

2017

$5,101 (+6.7%)

$138,200 + $183,400

$321,600

2016

$4,781 (+5.5%)

$121,700 + $183,400

$305,100

2015

$4,532 (+4.4%)

$111,900 + $164,300

$276,200

2014

$4,340 (+0.9%)

$105,300 + $154,100

$259,400

2013

$4,303 (+1.6%)

$108,600 + $154,100

$262,700

2012

$4,237 (+1.8%)

$114,500 + $156,600

$271,100

2011

$4,161 (+2.5%)

$119,700 + $156,800

$276,500

2010

$4,061 (+1.6%)

$125,000 + $164,900

$289,900

2009

$3,996

$131,600 + $177,700

$309,300

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.26 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,930

Year built

1960

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

2131796

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.

Residential One-Family District

For the purposes of promoting the more efficient use of land in harmony with its natural features and with the general intent of the Zoning Ordinance and to protect and promote the health, safety, convenience and general welfare of the inhabitants of the City, an owner or owners of a tract of land situated within the R1 One-Family Residential Districts, RC Residential Conservation Districts, R2 Two-Family Residential Districts and R3 Multifamily Residential Districts or a duly authorized agency thereof may, in connection with the submission of a subdivision plan for Planning Board approval under the Subdivision Control Law or, if no such approval is required, after consultation with the Planning Board, make application to the Planning Board for a special permit excepting his plan from the lot area and frontage requirement

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Golf related

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Under, Paved Drive

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Family Room Information
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Laminate,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances

Office Room Information
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Laminate

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Laminate
Interior Features: Office

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,930
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: tan

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Composite
Exterior Features: Deck - Composite, Storage, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,206
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Ductless

Location

Location Information
Directions: Jackson to Francis Rd
UnparsedAddress: 20 Francis Rd, Salem MA 01970

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,930
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2131796

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Horace Mann Laboratory School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

3/10

Collins Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi

6/10

Salem High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi

4/10

Witchcraft Heights Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi

5/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

7/10 Wind Factor

78% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Salem, MA • 01970

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

9.1 hrs

4.4 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$739,000 – $895,000

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Home values near 20 Francis Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5 Francis Rd, Salem, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 936 Sq. Ft.	$653,955
15 Francis Rd, Salem, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1725 Sq. Ft.	$789,142

Address	Redfin Estimate
7 Francis Rd, Salem, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 975 Sq. Ft.	$563,377
17 Francis Rd, Salem, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1200 Sq. Ft.	$655,267

Address	Redfin Estimate
13 Francis Rd, Salem, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1344 Sq. Ft.	$615,262
19 Francis Rd, Salem, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1754 Sq. Ft.	$740,392

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