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$699,000

8 Linden Ave Salem, MA 01970

3 beds
3 full
2,043 sqft
0.1 acres
$342 / sqft
House

Property details

About 8 Linden Ave

Welcome to 8 Linden Ave, a bright and beautifully maintained Cape on a quiet street in desirable South Salem. Around the corner from Vinnin Sq, this charming home offers a spacious open-concept kitchen and dining area, a sun-filled living room with fireplace, three+ bedrooms and three baths—including one in the finished lower-level, ideal for guests, a playroom, or home office. Enjoy a delightful sun porch, detached garage, easy-care vinyl siding, mature landscaping and a fully fenced flat backyard. With tasteful updates throughout and close proximity to Forest River, downtown Salem, Marblehead, the Swampscott commuter rail, and local beaches, this home blends comfort, flexibility and location. OHs Sat 08/02 and Sun 08/03 11-1pm. This is the home you’ve been waiting for!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHot Water, Oil
StatusActive
CoolingOther
Size2,043 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.15 Acres
Year built1950
ParkingDetached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
MLS #73411240
Garage1 space
WaterfrontHarbor, Ocean Front, River

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Tile
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • Waterfront: Harbor, Ocean Front, River
  • Exterior: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden, Kennel, Stone Wall
  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • Heating: Hot Water, Oil
  • Cooling: Other
  • List Price: $699,000
  • Price/SqFt: $342
  • Annual Tax Amount: $6,559
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: Loring Ave to Linden Ave. GPS: '8 Linden Ave Salem'
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Living Area: 2,043 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.15 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73411240
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead
  • Office Phone: (781) 631-9511
  • Listing Agent: Ryan DeLisle

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Sep 21, 2012
Home Sold
$320,000
Apr 23, 2004
Home Sold
$330,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$564,500$6,559
2023$507,000$6,343
2022$460,900$6,107
2021$424,600$5,859
2020$402,700$5,819
2019$384,400$5,804

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Stanley

Public District KG-4

1.1 mi

10 Whitman Rd

4

Clarke

Public District KG-4

1.4 mi

100 Middlesex Ave

1

Horace Mann Laboratory

Public District KG-5

1.4 mi

79 Willson St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $58,384. The majority of Salem, MA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

32%
<35k
39%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
4%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

51%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
28%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
30%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Chico'sChico's
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LincolnLincoln
  • CadillacCadillac
  • VolvoVolvo

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • ClassicalClassical
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 8 Linden Ave

The listing price of 8 Linden Ave property is $699,000.

The property 8 Linden Ave is a house located in Salem, Massachusetts, 01970.

Active Listing: 8 Linden Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 8 Linden Ave are: Stanley (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Clarke (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Horace Mann Laboratory (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Swampscott Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Saltonstall School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Collins Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Swampscott High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Salem High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Marblehead High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $6,559 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on September 21, 2012 for $320,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 8 Linden Ave has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

The property 8 Linden Ave is 2,043 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 8 Linden Ave is 1950.

This home is located at 8 Linden Ave in Salem, MA and zip code 01970. This 2,043 square foot home, which was built in 1950, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $699,000.

While more than 23 listings in Salem, MA in July 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 8 listings sold at asking price, and more than 7 were sold below. Between June and July 2025, Salem, MA real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 3.6%. The median list price of listings available in July 2025 was $600,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 27 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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