296 & 288 Highland Ave, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
$3,495,000
$2,795,000
Est. $17,641/month
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About this home
Exceptional investment / redevelopment opportunity with outstanding visibility on busy Highland Ave. The property is approved for AUTO BODY USE -a highly sought-after & difficult-to-obtainThe primary retail parcel features a 4,488 SF automotive facility equipped with 6 service bays, 4 lifts, showroom space, manager’s office, parts & stock rooms, customer waiting area, security system. Also included are approximately 12 acres of residential land located behind the main commercial site, offering significant future development potential.The second parcel includes a small residential structure situated on commercially zoned land, presenting excellent redevelopment possibilities. Strategically located alongside major national retailers and traffic generators w/ more than 35,000 vehicles per day.This property is also being offered for lease. Automotive facility (296 Highland Ave) is $15,000 per month modified gross. Add the residential home in for $20,000 per month.
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Property History
Market Insights
2
Price Changes
20%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jul 23, 2026
$2,795,000
$200,000
(-6.68%)
From $2,995,000 to $2,795,000 (-6.7%)
Price Reduced
Jun 10, 2026
$2,995,000
$500,000
(-14.31%)
From $3,495,000 to $2,995,000 (-14.3%)
Listed for Sale
May 12, 2026
$3,495,000
Original listing
Office: Keller Williams Realty - Londonderry
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/23/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $2,795,000 | $200,000 | - | From $2,995,000 to $2,795,000 (-6.7%) |
| 06/10/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $2,995,000 | $500,000 | - | From $3,495,000 to $2,995,000 (-14.3%) |
| 05/12/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $3,495,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $39,693 | — |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$39,693
Tax Year 2026
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Commercial Sale
Year Built
1950
Living Area
5,483 sq ft
Lot Size
12.25 acres
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None
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None
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None
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Annual Tax
$39,693
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None
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None
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None
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None
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None
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None
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County
Essex
Property Overview
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1950
Living Area
5,483 sq ft
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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
Elementary Schools
9 schools
The Phoenix School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
The Greenhouse School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
Horace Mann Laboratory School
0.9 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
1.0 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
B-
Saltonstall School
1.9 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+
Bates School
2.5 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
B-
Carlton School
2.7 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
3.0 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
3.0 mi
106 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
Middle Schools
1 school
C+
Collins Middle School
1.4 mi
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#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
High Schools
2 schools
B+
Salem Academy Charter School
2.2 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
0.8 mi
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#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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296 & 288 Highland Ave, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Doug Martin
Listing Office
Keller Williams Realty - Londonderry
Office Phone
603-965-2992
Agent MLS ID
CN238282
Office MLS ID
AC2360
Listing Data Updated
Jul 27, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
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