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3 1/2 R Buffum, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970 • Rear property
$635,000
Est. $3,380/month
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,989
Sq Ft
$319
Price/Sq Ft
0.13
Acres
1941
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
36
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 29, 2025 • MLS# 73330352

About this home

BACK ON MARKET + REDUCED TO SELL NOW! (Repeat failure of buyer financing has led to frustrated, motivated sellers.) Truly unique layout: Beautifully updated, spacious ranch on historic North Salem side street. Private rear property is 5-min walk to Downtown, 30 mins to Boston by train. 3 big bedrooms w/walk-ins. Current owners are cookbook authors + enjoyed the gourmet kitchen: Granite countertops, stainless appliances, Fagor induction range, Bosch convection oven + dishwasher, artisan tile backsplash, breakfast bar + attached dining room w/built-ins. Stacked laundry in kitchen. Hardwood floors. Inviting living room w/working fireplace. Bathroom has double sink, roomy closet + deep tub. Fully finished, walk-up attic w/large storage crawlspaces. Tons of closet space. Huge basement w/workshop. Fully fenced yard, garden space, storage shed, front deck and back patio. Large, enclosed front porch. DEVELOPERS WELCOME: Large lot zoned for multiple units. Open House 3/1-3/2 10-2pm

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $699,900
Final Sale Price: $635,000
Difference: $64,900 (-9.3%)
Performance Metrics
90.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
36
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $352
Sale $/sq ft: $319
This property sold for $319 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 9.3% below the original asking price.

The property spent 36 days on market before selling.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1941
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,989 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
Heating
Hot Water, Oil
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
None
Has Cooling
No
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Sun Room, Walk-up Attic
Laundry Features
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
Window Features
Storm Window(s)
Door Features
Storm Door(s)

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Ranch, Bungalow
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Foundation Area
99,999 sq ft
Exterior Features
Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Deck - Composite, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio/Porch Features
Porch - Enclosed, Screened, Deck - Composite, Patio
Fencing
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Features
Bay, Harbor, Ocean, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.13 acres
Lot Size
5,619 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1300
Lot Features
Easements, Level
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Private Road, Dead End

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
2
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Deeded, Paved

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
200+ Amp Service

Community & HOA

Subdivision
Rear property
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$0
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$555,100
Zoning
R2

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Owner
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Rear lot with shared driveway. 3 1/2 R Buffum is behind 3 1/2 Buffum St.
Exclusions
No Exclusions At This Time.

Location

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Neighborhood

Rear property

3 1/2 R Buffum, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Bates Elementar
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Collins Middle
Rating information coming soon
High School
Salem Prep
Rating information coming soon

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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $0
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

5.2%
Price Range
38
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Apr 3, 2025
$635,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 38
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Listed for Sale
Jan 29, 2025
$669,900
Original listing
Office: Century 21 North East

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jan 29, 2025 New Listing Added $669,900 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
36 days
Price per Sq Ft
$319

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $0 $555,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$0
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$555,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Diane Martin
Listing Office Century 21 North East
Agent MLS ID CN204409
Office MLS ID AN4349

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