46 1/2 Essex Street, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970
$222,000
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,364
Sq Ft
$94
Price/Sq Ft
0.06
Acres
1850
Year Built
4
Parking
Multi Family
Type
21
Days on Market
Sold Listed Mar 15, 2000 • MLS# 30393076 Copied! • Updated May 31, 2000

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $227,900
Final Sale Price: $222,000
Difference: $5,900 (-2.6%)
Performance Metrics
97.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
21
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $96
Sale $/sq ft: $94
This property sold for $94 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.6% below the original asking price.

With only 21 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

About this home

CHRISTOPHER BABBIDGE HOUSE,DELEADED CERT. LIVE IN 1440SF UPPER UNIT FILLED WITH EXPOSED BEAMS THE LIVING RM-DIN RM SURROUNDS A LARGE FP, ROOF & FURNACES NEWER RENT 1ST FLOOR 2 BR UNIT BOTH UNITS SHOW BEAUTIFULLY

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Property History

Market Insights

72.2%
Price Range
22
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73544671
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Currently Listed
Jul 5, 2026
$799,000
MLS #73544671 - Active
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Previous Transaction - MLS #73137066
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Previously Sold
Sep 22, 2023
$750,000
MLS #73137066
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Sold
May 26, 2000
$222,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 22
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Listed for Sale
Mar 15, 2000
$227,900
Original listing
Agent: Gerard Tardiff Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Beverly

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2000 $2,131 $144,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,131
Tax Year 2000
Assessed Value
$144,300

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Income
Style Multi Family
Year Built 1850
Living Area 2,364 sq ft
Lot Size 0.06 acres
Stories 3
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 9

Investment Metrics

Units 2
Unit 1 Rent $850/mo · Y
Unit 2 Rent — · N
Total Monthly Rent $850/mo
Gross Income $10,200
Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 2
Basement None
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Lead Certification Available, Storage, Living Room, Kitchen
Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features Off Street
Total Spaces 4
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public, City/town Water
Sewer Public Sewer, City/town Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Varies Per Unit

Financial

Annual Tax $2,131
Assessed Value $144,300
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Certified Treated
Seller Disclosures Right Of Way To Property
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color GRAY
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 22 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Multi Family
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1850
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,364 sq ft
Total Rooms
9
Stories
3
Levels
3

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Lead Certification Available, Storage, Living Room, Kitchen
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement:
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1850
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Granite
Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling:
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Sewer: Public Sewer, City/Town Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Other
Road Frontage: 0.00 ft
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping
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
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
The Greenhouse School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Bentley Academy Innovation School
0.5 mi | #532 of 825 | Score: 43.7
Improved 179 spots from last year
-14.5 below state avg
277 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-05
Salem Early Childhood School
0.5 mi
107 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
B-
Carlton School
0.6 mi | #470 of 825 | Score: 45.5
Dropped 49 spots from last year
-12.7 below state avg
249 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
C+
Saltonstall School
0.7 mi | #526 of 825 | Score: 43.9
Improved 42 spots from last year
-14.3 below state avg
267 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
B+
Bates School
1.3 mi | #318 of 825 | Score: 50.0
Improved 261 spots from last year
-8.2 below state avg
415 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
C
Horace Mann Laboratory School
1.6 mi | #653 of 825 | Score: 38.1
Improved 68 spots from last year
-20.1 below state avg
320 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
B
Witchcraft Heights School
1.8 mi | #339 of 825 | Score: 49.4
Improved 211 spots from last year
-8.8 below state avg
465 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

1 school
B-
Collins Middle School
1.2 mi | #203 of 352 | Score: 40.3
Improved 76 spots from last year
-17.9 below state avg
753 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

2 schools
B+
Salem Academy Charter School
0.5 mi | #141 of 346 | Score: 57.0
Improved 95 spots from last year
-1.2 below state avg
477 students Diverse
10 sports • 568 athletes
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
B+
Salem High School
1.7 mi | #124 of 346 | Score: 58.3
Dropped 4 spots from last year
+0.1 above state avg
960 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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Neighborhood

46 1/2 Essex Street, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

Listing Information

Listing Agent Gerard Tardiff
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Beverly
Office Phone 978-927-1111
Agent MLS ID C4341798
Office MLS ID C75000
Listing Data Updated May 31, 2000 12:49 PM EDT
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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