Idyllic private backyard with panoramic views of Forest River in Salem, MA, a short walking distance to the Marblehead Rail Trail and scenic views of Salem Harbor. Enjoy nature’s beauty while you barbecue and sit at the gorgeous deck or under the brand new pergola of this renovated two-bedroom, two bathroom Cape-style home with garage and ample additional parking. The first floor offers a spacious living room with full water views, hardwood floors, a beautiful gas fireplace and a full bathroom with steam. The bright and sunny kitchen overlooks the water and marsh and features stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops, and opens up to the dining room. Upstairs, retreat to a spacious master bedroom with ample storage and custom built-ins, a second bedroom and a stylish full bathroom. Enjoy the game with your friends in the finished basement that features a second gas fireplace, laundry, additional storage and space for an office or gym.
Sold for $1,000,000
$1,000,000
5 Riverbank Rd, Salem, MA 01970
2beds
1,704sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
5,602 Square Feet Lot
$1,003,500 Zestimate®
$587/sqft
$3,792 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,003,500
$913,000 - $1.10M
$3,792/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 03, 2025 at 05:35pm
Listed by:
Leonel Espinal 978-430-8134,
Four Points Real Estate, LLC 888-944-5827,
Emilio Espinal 413-345-3970
Bought with:
Jack Attridge
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73443057
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Laminate
- Level: Basement
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Steam / Sauna
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, French Doors
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup, Deck - Exterior, Remodeled, Slider
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Flooring - Laminate, In Basement, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,704
- Total interior livable area: 1,704 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,704
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Composite, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck - Composite, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Sprinkler System
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s), Water, Marsh, River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Marsh,River,Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Ocean, River, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Association)
Lot
- Size: 5,602 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: M:31 L:0247,2133988
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tudor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Range, Washer Hookup
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Location
- Region: Salem
- Subdivision: Forest River
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Seller W/Participate
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/3/2025 | Sold | $1,000,000+17%$587/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73443057 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2025 | Contingent | $855,000$502/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73443057 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $855,000+93.2%$502/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73443057 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2015 | Sold | $442,500-6.8%$260/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2015 | Pending sale | $475,000$279/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #71865090 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,131 +0.4% | $717,000 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $8,098 +8.4% | $696,900 +16.7% |
| 2023 | $7,473 | $597,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01970
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Saltonstall SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 4/10Salem High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
- 4/10Horace Mann Laboratory SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Salltonstall
- Middle: Salem Middle School
- High: Salem High
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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