5 Willson Rd, Salem, MA 01970
PENDING
0.27 ACRES

5 Willson Rd
Salem, MA 01970

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,196 sqft (on 0.27 acres)

$799,900

Est. Mortgage $4,130/mo*

$799,900

Est. Mortgage $4,130/mo*
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,196 sqft
(on 0.27 acres)

Local Information

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Description

PRICE REDUCTION! OFFER DEADLINE APRIL 17TH! BOOK YOUR SHOWINGS! Welcome to 5 Willson Road in highly desirable Salem! This beautifully maintained home features gleaming hardwood floors and a spacious open-concept layout, perfect for modern living and entertaining. The chef’s kitchen offers both style and functionality, seamlessly flowing into the main living area. Enjoy the comfort and privacy of your screened-in porch, a perfect retreat for morning coffee or evening relaxation, all while overlooking your private in-ground pool—ideal for entertaining or unwinding in your own backyard oasis. Additional highlights include a two-car garage with convenient interior access and a finished basement offering versatile extra space, perfect for a second living room, game room, home office, or whatever suits your needs. Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to own a home that truly has it all!

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$364
Listed
47 days ago

Home Details for 5 Willson Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,FinishedNumber of Rooms: 7
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2196 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer HookupAppliances: Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer HookupMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,OilHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood
Security
Security: Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Porch - EnclosedExterior: Porch - Enclosed, Pool - IngroundFoundation: Concrete Perimeter, Brick/MortarHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 4No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 5Parking: Attached,Garage Door Opener,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
Pool
Pool: In GroundPool
Frontage
Waterfront: Ocean, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)Road Frontage: PublicNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2196

Days on Market

Days on Market: 47

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1972
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Split Entry
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: M:14 L:0307, 2128414

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $799,900Price Per Sqft: $364
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Apr 30 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Under Agreement

Location

Direction & Address
City: Salem
School Information
Elementary School: School ChoiceJr High / Middle School: Collins/SaHigh School: Salem High/Sa

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 73488702

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2196 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, UniversityNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.27 acres

Offer

Contingencies: Pending P&S

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73488702Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2196

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingPoolTennis Court(s)ParkWalk/Jog TrailsGolfMedical FacilityLaundromatBike PathConservation AreaHighway AccessHouse of WorshipMarinaPrivate SchoolPublic SchoolT-StationUniversity
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Michael Shea, (978) 548-7203
Shea Real Estate, (978) 548-7203
Michael Shea, (978) 548-7203
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73488702
Also Listed on MLS PIN.

Price History for 5 Willson Rd

DatePriceEventSource
05/30/2026$799,900PendingMLS PIN #73488702
04/17/2026$799,900ContingentMLS PIN #73488702
04/09/2026$799,900PendingToActiveMLS PIN #73488702
03/28/2026$824,900ContingentMLS PIN #73488702
03/18/2026$824,900Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73488702
11/01/2025$839,900ListingRemovedMLS PIN #73400238
09/11/2025$839,900PriceChange
MLS PIN #73400238
07/22/2025$849,900PriceChange
MLS PIN #73400238
07/07/2025$989,900Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73400238

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$6,672
Assessment$588,400
Home facts updated by county records

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What Locals Say about Salem

At least 436 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 90 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 64 % Say car is needed

  • 61 % Say parking is easy

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 60 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 59 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 41 % Say there's wildlife

  • 34 % Say there are community events

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  • Melanie Lam
    "Amazing town with wonderful people! 10/10 recommend living here. Very clean and well maintained! Very diverse and accepting community as well! So much to do and see! The parks are beautiful and the beaches are fun! Great for families!"
  • Belindakindell
    "I took public transportation to Revere by way of bus and a connection at Wonderland T Station and I found it to be very efficient and very timely. There’s also a bus that goes directly into Haymarket. I’d be interested in trying that as well."
  • Cindy Paulino
    "It’s a good Neighbourhood to walk dogs family, friendly, much fun, fun fun fun fun. Any kids around the neighborhood to walk"
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    "There can be a lot of traffic at times but I work remotely so I can’t answer too specifically. "
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  • Chad B Perry
    " Joe has been on the field since the beginning and has been a great addition to our team and we are excited about him "
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    "Very dog friendly. Shops have water for dogs, lots of green spaces. There are a lot of tourists. Nervous anxious dogs might feel crowded "
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    "keeping eyes on each others respectful discipline and understanding, protecting eachothers, . their neighbors "
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    "I've lived here for about 5 years now and it is a great neighborhood. everyone is friendly and outgoing and there is a convenience store within walking distance and a close ride to downtown Salem or peabody. "
  • Trulia User
    "my neighborhood is great because you're in between downtown Salem and the highway so you don't have to drive through Salem during Halloween at all!"
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    "I live here from 1 year and i like the position near the city and highways. I dont like only that "its not the feeling of comunity and neighborhood feeling". "
  • Shannon D.
    "The dog park is great if you don’t have a yard! It’s on north street in Salem, just have to make sure to register prior to entry"
  • Credicab85
    "Ive lived here my whole life and love it friendly historic area and unique neighborhoods. Amazing to see the old houses still in perfect condition, right next to brand new construction "
  • Maxsons
    "Great parks and close to downtown activities and the museum is right there very close schools, walking distance "
  • Darlenis S.
    "Close by to where we live. Train station is about 5 minutes away and there are bus stops pretty much on every corner"
  • Pagemasterdesigns
    "I’ve lived in Salem for 26 years. Most of that time has been in South Salem. Everyone is very friendly, dog owners respectful, the city keeps it super clean. It’s a great place to live. We raised 5 children here and all attended the public schools. "
  • Ally K. S.
    "The dog park is great. They have a small one for the little pups! lots of public parks and beaches. Lots of nice land scape to look at on walks!"
  • Carl Panzram
    "My neighborhood boasts the uniquely gigantic one way street to observe all the ballin’ colonial mansions."
  • ARBrandner
    "Great access to public transit; We are close to 128/95, 1, and 1A. Traffic can be brutal in October, but is not so terrible that I would want to move. "
  • Pagemasterdesigns
    "There is great access to public transportation all around Salem. The traffic is a nightmare though. We commute to Woburn daily and must leave an hour and a half early to get there. That is the downside. Traffic in and out of Salem is horrible most days too. You have to know the back roads to get around fairly quickly "
  • Mia E. F.
    "it's a real life Halloween town with the positives of both a small town and a court all rolled into one"
  • Krystle R.
    "I don’t live in the area I work in the area every October and I love it, aside from tourist traffic but I would love to live here!"
  • Stephanie W.
    "Salem is crowded & expensive. I don’t know much about the schools, if I had to guess, I’d probably chose private school. "
  • Jennifer A. L.
    "I've lived here for 3 years and its family friendly, with people from all walks of life, we have become.close with our neighbors!"
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    "Just moved here and love the community vibe. Very safe and beautiful. Feels like vacation every day. "
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    "nice place to walk dogs and very dog friendly. almost everyone has dogs here. also lots of interesting places and dog parks."
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    "All the stores in town are very dog friendly and people have a great fondness and are very welcoming to dogs in Salem."
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    "Haunted Happenings, waterfront, national park service, Peabody Essex Museum, restaurants, Ferry to Boston, commuter rail."
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    "great place to leave quiet neighborhood everything is there and fun in Halloween i want to buy a house in salem because i fall in love with salem"
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    "Great area very community focused great neighbors very kid and dog friendly. Easy access to parks and water"
  • Aileen D. L. C.
    "There is a dog park nearby and everyone walks their dogs and the neighborhood is extremely Dog friendly. "
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    "Very quite area, helpful neighbor. Walk to history of witch museum and every thing around this place. Anything leave outside will not loss and taken by anyone. "
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    "The streets are drag racing strips from people trying to avoid the many many many traffic lights. Speed signs are not enforced on side streets so children can't play outside."
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Michael Shea, Shea Real Estate, (978) 548-7203
Agent Phone: (978) 548-7203
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5 Willson Rd, Salem, MA 01970 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,196 sqft single-family home built in 1972. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MLS PIN on Mar 18, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 73488702.