36 Boardman Street, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970
$662,000
Est. $3,523/month
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,539
Sq Ft
$430
Price/Sq Ft
0.05
Acres
1880
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
22
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 29, 2025 • MLS# 73028851

About this home

Dwell in this one-of-a-kind, 1890s single family in one of Salem's most sought-after neighborhoods! Oozing vintage charm, this local builder's custom home has been well-loved and maintained with steady updates. The first floor hosts skylit kitchen, parlor with beamed ceilings, sitting/family room, office or third bedroom and bath. Second floor sleeping quarters include 2 bedrooms, a capacious primary bedroom with wall-length closet, plus a second bedroom and a full sun-lit bath off the hall. Vast unfinished basement with laundry, abundant storage and easy outdoor access. A fixed doorway off the family room features a one-of-a-kind piece of Salem history: a glass and wood-framed door from the office of the original Salem Evening News! Exterior boasts a Beacon Hill-style garden area with pergola for Summer shade and a rare driveway with 2 side-by-side spaces. Between the Common & the beach at Collins Cove, proximate to all downtown conveniences and treasures including the Commuter Rail.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $550,000
Final Sale Price: $662,000
Difference: +$112,000 (+20.4%)
Performance Metrics
120.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
22
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $357
Sale $/sq ft: $430
This property sold for $430 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 20.4% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 22 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,539 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Main Level Bedrooms
1

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Has Cooling
Yes
Has Fireplace
No
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Bathroom - Full, Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Lighting - Pendant, Bonus Room, Vestibule, Internet Available - Broadband, Internet Available - Satellite
Laundry Features
In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete
Window Features
Window(s) - Stained Glass

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Other (See Remarks)
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Stone
Exterior Features
Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Patio, Garden, Other
Patio/Porch Features
Porch - Enclosed, Screened, Patio
Fencing
Fenced/Enclosed
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Features
Harbor, River, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.05 acres
Lot Size
2,378 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.0500
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

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

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Electric Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$5,847
Tax Year
2022
Tax Assessed Value
$441,300
Parcel Number
M:41 L:0206,2137995
Zoning
R2

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Sump pump in basement was used once in the early 34 years of current ownership. Repairs required for stone foundation as well as knob & tube wiring are being addressed by Seller, Currently reviewing proposals, foundation work to begin asap, electrical prior to closing.
Exclusions
Seller's Possessions On Site.
Listing Terms
Contract

Location

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Neighborhood

36 Boardman Street, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

Walkability

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Schools

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $487
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

16.9%
Price Range
23
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Oct 12, 2023
$662,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 23
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Listed for Sale
Aug 24, 2022
$550,000
Original listing
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Aug 24, 2022 New Listing Added $550,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
22 days
Price per Sq Ft
$430

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2022 $5,847 $441,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,847
Tax Year 2022
Assessed Value
$441,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent Christopher Polak
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Agent MLS ID BB800274
Office MLS ID AN6192

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