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17 Salem St # 2, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129 • Charlestown
$799,000
Est. $4,865/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
738
Sq Ft
$1,083
Price/Sq Ft
1875
Year Built
Condominium
Type
13 hours 8 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed Mar 19, 2026 • MLS# 73489254 Copied!

About this home

Sun-filled 2-bedroom with high ceilings, exquisite detail & modern amenities in a classic brick building located on a gas-lit street. Features an open living concept w/a functional & sophisticated kitchen with custom cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, an island, and a substantial breakfast bar for dining. The living room, off the kitchen, features a brick fireplace with original marble mantel & plenty of space for a sizable living room set. The king-size master contains three windows & a custom closet & the 2nd bedroom features a charming bay window & custom closet. Full bath features a Carrara tiled tub/shower & floor, pedestal sink and good storage. Enjoy central air, en-suite laundry, hardwood floors, crown-molding, & basement storage. The condo is centrally located & close to Whole Foods, Starbucks & Charlestown's restaurants and shops. All owner occupied and pet friendly association.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner HESS THOMAS C
Mailing Address 17 SALEM ST #1, CHARLESTOWN, MA, 02129

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Row Middle

Tax Information

Assessed Value $850,100
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $8,748
CPA Surcharge 1% ($77)
Estimated Annual Tax $8,825

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $638,200 $638,200 —

Municipal Context: BOSTON

Median Home Value $745,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $4,523
Residential Tax Rate $10.29/1000
CPA Surcharge 1%
County Suffolk

Property Data Comparison

Field Assessor MLS Match
Year built 1,875 1,875 ✓
Match: address_condo (90.0% confidence) · Data as of Mar 20, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1875
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
738 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Open House Schedule

22
Mar
Sunday, March 22
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EDT
21
Mar
Saturday, March 21
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EDT
20
Mar
Friday, March 20
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1875
Living Area 738 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $4,154
Assessed Value $683,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1875
Structure Type: Rowhouse
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Public School

Location

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Neighborhood

Charlestown

17 Salem St # 2, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129

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Nearby Schools

School District
Boston School District local
C-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
52% attend college
38% 4-Year 14% 2-Year 7% Out of State 7% Working
⚠ School Safety 2024-25
3.7% Above Average
3.2% Suspensions 0.3% In-School 0.5% Emergency
↓ 1.8% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
< 0.1 mi | #85 of 352 | Score: 51.3
Improved 4 spots from last year
-7 below state avg
507 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
D
Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing
0.1 mi | #374 of 346 | Score: 33.9
Same rank as last year
73 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
0.4 mi | #589 of 824 | Score: 41.5
Dropped 181 spots from last year
-16.7 below state avg
334 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
1.0 mi | #48 of 352 | Score: 57.2
Improved 2 spots from last year
-1.1 below state avg
784 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
St. John Elementary School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Mario Umana Academy
1.3 mi | #11 of 16 | Score: 26.9
Improved 333 spots from last year
-31.3 below state avg
634 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-08
Advent School
1.4 mi
Grades K-06
East Boston Central Catholic School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
D
O'Donnell Elementary School
1.4 mi | #777 of 824 | Score: 30.7
Dropped 52 spots from last year
-27.5 below state avg
256 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Park Street School
1.5 mi
Grades K-07
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
3.1 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
4.1 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
4.3 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.6 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
4.9 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
4.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
5.8 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
9.1 mi | #265 of 352 | Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Edwards Middle
0.1 mi
UP Academy
3.1 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
D
Charlestown High School
0.3 mi | #322 of 346 | Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C-
East Boston High School
1.6 mi | #305 of 346 | Score: 37.3
Improved 31 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
1,252 students Less Diverse
14 sports • 584 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
Newman School
1.9 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
2.1 mi | #268 of 346 | Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Cathedral High School
2.5 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
3.3 mi | #19 of 346 | Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.4 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.6 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students Diverse
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
4.3 mi | #19 of 25 | Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
4.4 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
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Listed for Sale
Mar 19, 2026
$799,000
Original listing
Agent: Tracy Shea Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 19, 2026 New Listing Added $799,000 —

Market Statistics

Time on Market
13 hours 8 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$1,083

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $4,154 $683,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,154
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$279
Monthly
Assessed Value
$683,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Tracy Shea
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Agent MLS ID BB804998
Office MLS ID AN6194
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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