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#73409022, Patrick Sargent, Listing office: Herrick Lutts Realty Partners
$849,000 List price
8 Briggs St Salem, MA 01970
4 beds
1 full, 1 partial
2,754 sqft
0.09 acres
$308 / sqft
House
Property details
About 8 Briggs St
This is your opportunity to take an untouched antique Victorian and bring her into the 21st century! Located just four houses from historic Salem Common, this grand four-bedroom home offers timeless character & incredible potential. Featuring front & back staircases, spacious rooms, tall ceilings, large windows, & a walk-up attic, this property is a rare find. The home’s rich Victorian details have been beautifully preserved, including the gracious curved grand staircase, carved marble fireplaces, original hardwood floors, solid wood doors with antique doorknobs, marble sinks/counters, built-in cabinetry, butler’s pantry, & even converted gas light fixtures. The flexible floor plan lends itself perfectly to a multi-generational setup or in-law suite. Whether you're a preservation enthusiast or looking to create a custom dream home, this property offers endless possibilities just minutes from the MBTA commuter rail, shops & dining.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Oil
StatusActive
Size2,754 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.09 Acres
Year built1880
ParkingPaved Drive, Off Street, Tandem
MLS #73390063
WaterfrontHarbor, Ocean Front
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Electric Water Heater
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Laminate
- Interior: Walk-up Attic
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Parking: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem
- Waterfront: Harbor, Ocean Front
- Exterior: Porch
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Heating: Forced Air, Oil
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $849,000
- Price/SqFt: $308
- Annual Tax Amount: $6,774
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Hawthorne Boulevard to Washington Square South to Pleasant Street to Briggs Street.
- Year Built: 1880
- Living Area: 2,754 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.09 Acres
- MLS Number: 73390063
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: MerryFox Realty
- Office Phone: (978) 808-8064
- Listing Agent: Merry Fox Team
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $583,000 | $6,774 |
| 2023 | $520,700 | $6,514 |
| 2022 | $479,800 | $6,357 |
| 2021 | $466,400 | $6,436 |
| 2020 | $439,200 | $6,346 |
| 2019 | $421,700 | $6,368 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Bentley Academy Innovation School
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•25 Memorial Dr
4
Carlton
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•10 Skerry St
5
Bates
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•53 Liberty Hill Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $63,636. Most Salem, MA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
25%
<35k
52%
35k-100k
21%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
67%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
19%
Married, No Kids
9%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
8%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Symphony or Opera
Yoga/pilates
NBA/WNBA
Where do the neighbors shop?
Chico's
H&M
New York & Company
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Boston Market
Dominos Pizza
Qdoba
What do the neighbors drive?
Volvo
Audi
Infiniti
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
Alternative
Active Rock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 8 Briggs St
The listing price of 8 Briggs St property is $849,000.
The property 8 Briggs St is a house located in Salem, Massachusetts, 01970.
Active Listing: 8 Briggs St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 8 Briggs St are: Bentley Academy Innovation School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Carlton (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Bates (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Saltonstall School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Collins Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Marblehead Community Charter Public School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), New Liberty Innovation School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Salem Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Salem High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $6,774 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 8 Briggs St has 4 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 8 Briggs St is 2,754 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 8 Briggs St is 1880.
This home is located at 8 Briggs St in Salem, MA and zip code 01970. This 2,754 square foot home, which was built in 1880, sits on a 0.09 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 12, 2025 and is currently priced at $849,000.
In June 2025 more than 24 listings in Salem, MA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 2 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 17 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Salem, MA between May and June 2025 increased by 5%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $605,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 24 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.