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129 Essex St # 8, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970
$739,900
Est. $4,894/month
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,242
Sq Ft
$596
Price/Sq Ft
1900
Year Built
Condominium
Type
1
Days on Market
Active Open House Listed Mar 12, 2026 • MLS# 73485956 Copied!

About this home

Located in the heart of downtown Salem, this renovated Samuel McIntire penthouse is full of historic character in a PRIME location. The bright living area features soaring ceilings, oversized windows, & hardwood floors that fill the space with natural light & create an open, inviting feel. The updated kitchen offers granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, sleek cabinetry, & a tile backsplash, providing both function and contemporary style for everyday living and entertaining. A spacious full bath features a double vanity with stone countertops & modern finishes. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry, generous storage, & a flexible layout that suits a variety of living needs. Set in a vibrant downtown location, you’ll enjoy easy access to Salem’s renowned restaurants, local shops, waterfront parks, museums, & the commuter rail for convenient travel into Boston. Experience the charm, history, and energy of Salem with the Peabody Essex Museum as your neighbor!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,242 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
3
Entry Level
3

Open House Schedule

14
Mar
Saturday, March 14
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM EDT
15
Mar
Sunday, March 15
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 1,242 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Central, Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Second Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Office, Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

Construction Frame, Brick
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Patio, Garden, Rain Gutters
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Patio

Parking

Features Off Street, Assigned
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric 150 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $7,094
Assessed Value $625,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Office, Internet Available - Unknown
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: Second Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Effective Year (Renovated): 1984
Structure Type: Townhouse, Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Frame, Brick
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Heat Pump, Electric
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Garden, Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch: Porch, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned

Location

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Neighborhood

129 Essex St # 8, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

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Nearby Schools

School District
Salem School District local
B-
⚠ School Safety 2024-25
3.6% Above Average
2.3% Suspensions 0.8% In-School 1.3% Emergency
↓ 1.9% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

9 schools
The Phoenix School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
The Greenhouse School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
Saltonstall School
0.6 mi | #460 of 824 | Score: 45.8
Improved 108 spots from last year
-12.4 below state avg
412 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-05
B-
Carlton School
0.7 mi | #468 of 824 | Score: 45.6
Dropped 47 spots from last year
-12.6 below state avg
247 students Diverse
Grades K-05
C+
Bentley Academy Innovation School
0.8 mi | #568 of 824 | Score: 42.3
Improved 143 spots from last year
-16 below state avg
286 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-05
Salem Early Childhood School
0.8 mi
106 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
B+
Bates School
1.2 mi | #325 of 824 | Score: 50.0
Improved 254 spots from last year
-8.2 below state avg
410 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
C-
Horace Mann Laboratory School
1.4 mi | #671 of 824 | Score: 37.4
Improved 50 spots from last year
-20.8 below state avg
293 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
B
Witchcraft Heights School
1.5 mi | #388 of 824 | Score: 48.1
Improved 162 spots from last year
-10.1 below state avg
455 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

1 school
C+
Collins Middle School
0.9 mi | #219 of 352 | Score: 39.5
Improved 60 spots from last year
-18.7 below state avg
611 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

2 schools
B+
Salem Academy Charter School
0.4 mi | #139 of 346 | Score: 56.7
Improved 97 spots from last year
-1.5 below state avg
480 students Diverse
10 sports • 568 athletes
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
B
Salem High School
1.5 mi | #144 of 346 | Score: 56.1
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-2.1 below state avg
952 students Diverse
18 sports • 1,080 athletes
Early College Program Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
Mar 12, 2026
$739,900
Original listing
Agent: Laura Cohron Office: Fiv Realty Co.

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 12, 2026 New Listing Added $739,900 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
1 days
Price per Sq Ft
$596

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $7,094 $625,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,094
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$361
Monthly
Assessed Value
$625,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Laura Cohron
Listing Office Fiv Realty Co.
Agent MLS ID CN226436
Office MLS ID AN8571
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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