




20 S Shore Road, Salem, NH, 03079
About This Home
Waterfront on South Shore of Canobie Lake, year-round home makes a great opportunity for buyers with an eye for value. 1930's style 1.5 stories with basement, small garage and garden shed on .25 acres. Open rear deck and enclosed screen porch face the water with level grass area and fence at headwall near water's edge. Fully enclosed rear yard privacy with direct basement access. Informal layout on main level with kitchen and dining, office or den and living room plus there's a bedroom and full bath making living all on one level possible. Second floor bedroom or studio space is a fun space for guests or kids sleeping space. The house sits well off the road and there's a garden shed and outbuilding that will cover a single car. Plenty of parking, yard and gardening space. Just a few minutes from Tuscan Village for shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Waterfront at this price point is rare. Sellers have very limited knowledge of the property as they acquired it through an estate and have never been at the property. Basement has some finished walls and a bath with low ceiling height and is not considered a suitable living area. It is not known if the bath in basement is functioning. Portions of the roof are older with no active leaks known. Serviced by town sewer at $105 per quarter and private well and FHW oil heat. Property sits in a Flood Zone that may require flood insurance. Canobie Lake allows some recreational and boating actvities including kayaking but because it is a public drinking water resource, no swimming, jet skis or waterskiing is allowed. Generator is not currently connected. Property is currently leased at below market rate through August 2029. Tenant willing to discuss a lease buyout.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete,Fieldstone,Concrete Slab,Stone
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Construction materials: Wood Frame,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape,New Englander
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Wall Oven,Refrigerator,Washer,Owned Water Heater,Tank Water Heater
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Concrete Floor,Roughed In,Interior Access,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Kitchen/Living
- Window features: Blinds,Screens
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,243
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Electric,Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,243
- Total interior livable area: 1,243 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: SLEMM79B4580L
- Zoning description: RES
- Exclusions: none
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Screened Porch
- Exterior features: Deck
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterbody name: Canobie Lake
- Frontage length: Water frontage: 53,Road frontage: 50
Lot
- Lot size: 10,019 sqft
- Features: Views
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Paved,Driveway,Garage,Detached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Ice Storm
- Earthquake
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Hampshire Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,781 | $33,372 |
| Home Insurance | $137 | $1,644 |
| Property Taxes | $721 | $8,652 |
| Electricity | $283 | $3,398 |
| Total | $3,922 | $47,064 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-12 | Pending sale | $550,000 |
| 2026-08-04 | Listed for sale | $550,000 |
