OFF MARKET

Off market mar 2018 for $850K

$1,559,827

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,649/mo

•

4,185

sq ft

8 Chestnut St, Salem, MA 01970

About this home

This elegant Federal residence stands proudly on Chestnut Street acclaimed to be The Most Beautiful Street in America. The property features 3 floors of fine living. It includes museum-quality architectural details, gleaming wide pine floors, fireplaces with hand carved mantels, crown moldings, stunning living room, formal dining room, butlers pantry, country kitchen, 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, new roof, new heating system, lovely Beacon Hill gardens and attached apartment/guest suite. Stroll from this cherished neighborhood to the train and ferry to Boston, museums, libraries, boutique shopping, fine dining, European Cafes, the waterfront and nightlife. This stately home with its inherent elegance retains its architectural character throughout.

Single-familyProperty Type

1805Year Built

5,840 sq ftLot Size

$373Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

6 spacesParking

Listed by Merry Fox Team • MerryFox Realty

Bought with Merry Fox Team • MerryFox Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #72279895

Redfin Estimate

$1,559,827

$710K since sold in March 2018$1,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 29.5% higher than the average sale price ($1.20M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$2,100,000
A
6 beds3.5 baths5,803 sq ft
40 Chestnut St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$1,055,000
B
6 beds3 baths3,145 sq ft
19 Appleton St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD SEP 8, 2026
$945,000
C
4 beds3 baths2,496 sq ft
5 Daniels St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$1,375,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths3,417 sq ft
20 Winter St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$900,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths3,162 sq ft
6-8 Harmony St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$850,000
F
9 beds3.5 baths3,214 sq ft
24 Mason St, Salem, MA 01970

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Market trends in 01970, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

100.4%

0.9% MoM

Median sale price

$605K

$20K MoM

Avg. days on market

27d

5 days MoM

Recently sold homes

141

7 MoM

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Sale history for 8 Chestnut St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72279895

Mar 22, 2018

Sold

$850,000

$203/sq ft

Feb 15, 2018

Pending

—

Feb 9, 2018

Listed

$887,000

$212/sq ft

MLS PIN #70412638

Feb 15, 2007

Sold

$862,500

$206/sq ft

Nov 17, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Jun 24, 2006

Listed

$999,000

$239/sq ft

The Gregg-Stone House Circa 1805. Rare free standing brick Federal home. The property retains its architectual character throughout and features updated kitchen, 3 baths, multiple fireplaces and lovely period detail. Includes attached apartment with 2+ bedrooms, opens to a wonderful terraced garden. This property represents a unique opportunity. Chestnut Street, Salem is a highly prestigeous location and the property is in excellent condition.

MLS PIN #30010995

Mar 22, 1996

Sold

$393,500

$94/sq ft

Oct 14, 1994

Listed

$419,000

$100/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$15,663 (+13.1%)

$232,800 + $1,019,200

$1,252,000

2022

$13,852 (−2.5%)

$220,500 + $824,900

$1,045,400

2021

$14,200 (−3.0%)

$220,500 + $808,500

$1,029,000

2020

$14,638 (−2.1%)

$214,400 + $798,600

$1,013,000

2019

$14,946 (+15.0%)

$205,800 + $784,000

$989,800

2018

$12,999 (+2.8%)

$196,000 + $649,200

$845,200

2017

$12,640 (+2.4%)

$183,800 + $613,200

$797,000

2016

$12,345 (−6.5%)

$174,600 + $613,200

$787,800

2015

$13,200 (+4.6%)

$174,600 + $629,800

$804,400

2014

$12,618 (+2.1%)

$168,500 + $585,700

$754,200

2013

$12,354 (+18.6%)

$168,500 + $585,700

$754,200

2012

$10,419 (−0.4%)

$163,000 + $503,600

$666,600

2011

$10,463 (−2.9%)

$171,500 + $523,700

$695,200

2010

$10,774 (+2.2%)

$189,900 + $579,100

$769,000

2009

$10,545

$185,000 + $631,200

$816,200

Tax history for 8 Chestnut St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$15,663 (+13.1%)

$232,800 + $1,019,200

$1,252,000

2022

$13,852 (−2.5%)

$220,500 + $824,900

$1,045,400

2021

$14,200 (−3.0%)

$220,500 + $808,500

$1,029,000

2020

$14,638 (−2.1%)

$214,400 + $798,600

$1,013,000

2019

$14,946 (+15.0%)

$205,800 + $784,000

$989,800

2018

$12,999 (+2.8%)

$196,000 + $649,200

$845,200

2017

$12,640 (+2.4%)

$183,800 + $613,200

$797,000

2016

$12,345 (−6.5%)

$174,600 + $613,200

$787,800

2015

$13,200 (+4.6%)

$174,600 + $629,800

$804,400

2014

$12,618 (+2.1%)

$168,500 + $585,700

$754,200

2013

$12,354 (+18.6%)

$168,500 + $585,700

$754,200

2012

$10,419 (−0.4%)

$163,000 + $503,600

$666,600

2011

$10,463 (−2.9%)

$171,500 + $523,700

$695,200

2010

$10,774 (+2.2%)

$189,900 + $579,100

$769,000

2009

$10,545

$185,000 + $631,200

$816,200

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

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5,663 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

4,185

Year built

1816

Style

Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)

County

Essex County

APN

3159400

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: First

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 255
Length: 15
Width: 17
Level: Second

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Third

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Third

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Third

Living Room Information
Area: 255
Length: 15
Width: 17
Level: First

Family Room Information
Level: First

Dining Room Information
Area: 255
Length: 15
Width: 17
Level: First

Kitchen Information
Area: 180
Length: 12
Width: 15
Level: First

Office Room Information
Level: Second

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Sump Pump

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 7

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 13
Flooring: Wood
Interior Features: Office, Inlaw Apt.

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,185
Foundation Details: Stone, Brick/Mortar
Construction Materials: Brick
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Brick

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,999
Tax Year: 2018

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas

Location

HOA Information
Has Association

Location Information
Directions: S-Summer to Broad to Flint to Chestnut
UnparsedAddress: 8 Chestnut St, Salem MA 01970

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,185
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 5,663 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1816
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 3159400

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Saltonstall School

Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

5/10

Collins Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

6/10

Salem Prep High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi

Salem High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

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Historical weather

Salem, MA • 01970

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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.

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Estimated sale price

$1.48M – $1.79M

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Home values near 8 Chestnut St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
10 Chestnut St, Salem, MA 7 Beds \| 8.5 Baths \| 8497 Sq. Ft.	$2,000,490
5 Chestnut St, Salem, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3891 Sq. Ft.	$1,725,696

Address	Redfin Estimate
17 1/2 Chestnut St Apartment 17H, Salem, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3600 Sq. Ft.	$1,269,919
7 Chestnut St, Salem, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4348 Sq. Ft.	$1,160,290

Address	Redfin Estimate
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