Salisbury is one of the North Shore’s best kept secrets, offering direct access to Salisbury Beach State Reservation – one of the longest stretches of sandy coastline in Massachusetts – along with the scenic Merrimack River and easy highway access via I-95 and Route 1. The town attracts buyers who want a genuine beachside lifestyle at a fraction of the cost of neighboring Newburyport, with a housing market that ranges from classic beach cottages and seasonal homes to year-round single-family properties. With ongoing investment in the beach area and a growing permanent community, Salisbury represents one of the better value opportunities on the entire North Shore.