The Beckford-Whipple House (c.1739/1804) Located on a quiet street in Salems McIntire Historic District, just steps from downtown, this stately Federal-era townhouse features original wide-plank floors, 5 fireplaces, and Colonial Revival details. It lives like a single-family home, with a private front entrance, ground-level main living spaces, 2 staircases, a screened-in porch, and a beautiful yard. The 1st floor offers a living room with built-ins, rich wood details, and a fireplace, plus an open kitchen with a granite peninsula, wood stove, and a charming window seat overlooking the garden. A true dining area, powder room, and fabulous screened-in porch opening to a perennial-lined yard complete the main level. Upstairs are 2 beds and a full bath with fireplace. The 3rd floor primary suite includes a newly renovated bath with a tub/shower and walk-in closets. With garage parking, immaculate grounds, and a private yardall within walking distance to everything Salem has to offer!
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 13 x 17
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 19 x 10
- Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 17 x 13
- Primary Bedroom Sqft: 221
- Bedroom 2 Sqft: 190
- Bedroom 3 Sqft: 221
- Primary Bedroom Level: Third
- Bedroom 2 Level: Second
- Bedroom 3 Level: Second
- Primary Bedroom Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Bedroom 2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Bedroom 3 Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 6
- Living Room Dimensions: 16 x 17
- Living Room Sqft: 272
- Entry Foyer Level: 1
- Living Room Level: First
- Living Room Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Decorative Molding
- Basement Description: Y
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2.5
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1 Dimensions: 4 x 6
- Bathroom 2 Dimensions: 11 x 7
- Bathroom 3 Dimensions: 11 x 12
- Bathroom 1 Sqft: 24
- Bathroom 2 Sqft: 77
- Bathroom 3 Sqft: 132
- Bathroom 1 Level: First
- Bathroom 2 Level: Second
- Bathroom 3 Level: Third
- Primary Bathroom Features: Yes
- Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half
- Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Wainscoting
- Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Wainscoting
Interior Features
- Walk-up Attic
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances
- Laundry Features: In Basement
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Fireplace Features: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
- Heating Features: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Heating: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 5
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 11 x 27
- Dining Room Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail, Open Floorplan, Wainscoting, Decorative Molding
- Dining Room Level: Main, First
- Dining Room Sqft: 297
- Kitchen Dimensions: 7 x 20
- Kitchen Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Peninsula, Window Seat
- Kitchen Level: Main, First
- Kitchen Sqft: 140
Garage and Parking
- Covered Spaces: 1
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Open Parking: Yes
- Parking Features: Detached, Deeded, On Street
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres: 0.2041093
- Lot Size Square Feet: 8891
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Fee: 250
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Water, Insurance
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 250
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Multi-Unit Info
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 9642
- Source Listing Status: Contingent
- County: Essex
- Directions: Federal Street to Andover Street
- Tax Year: 2025
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Property Subtype: condo
- Parcel Number: M:26 L:0600 S:801, 4562812
- Zoning: B1
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Year Built: 1739
- Building Area Total: 2158
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Building Name: Beckford- Whipple Condominiums
- Common Walls: Corner
- Entry Location: Unit Placement(Street)
- Property Age: 286
- Levels or Stories: 3
- Structure Type: Townhouse
- Year Built Details: Approximate
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
