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52 Essex St # 2, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970
$550,000
Est. $3,700/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,028
Sq Ft
$535
Price/Sq Ft
1750
Year Built
37
Days on Market
Closed Listed Oct 17, 2025 • MLS# 73445176 Copied!

About this home

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Once featured in “Salem Interiors” of antique homes by Samuel Chamberlain, the Sage-Webb-Wilkins House nestles in the heart of dynamic Salem. History meets modern convenience in this sun-drenched 2BR condo, features 9ft. ceilings vintage moldings, brand new kitchen, stainless steel appliances, 4 decorative fireplaces, gleaming hrwd flrs, central heat/cooling, high-efficiency furnace, in-unit laundry. Common areas include back deck and yard/gardens for outdoor space, 1 off street parking and guest spot available. Walking distance to Hawthorne Hotel, Pickering Wharf, and Collins Cove -- this condo has it all!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1750
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,028 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $515,000
Final Sale Price: $550,000
Difference: +$35,000 (+6.8%)
Performance Metrics
106.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
37
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $501
Sale $/sq ft: $535
This property sold for $535 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

The property spent 37 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 17 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$535/sq ft
Area Average
$346/sq ft
Difference
+54.7%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1750
Living Area 1,028 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Central, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Energy Star Qualified Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Energy Star Qualified Washer, Range, Oven
Fireplace Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
Fireplaces 4
Basement Y
Laundry In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features High Speed Internet

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck

Parking

Features Assigned, Guest
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer

Financial

Annual Tax $4,426
Assessed Value $385,200

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range, Oven
Interior Features: High Speed Internet
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1750
Effective Year (Renovated): 2002
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Assigned, Guest

Special Features

Fireplaces: 4
Fireplace Type: Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

52 Essex St # 2, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

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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
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
C+
Bentley Academy Innovation School
0.5 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
0.5 mi
106 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
B-
Carlton School
0.6 mi | #468 of 824 | Score: 45.6
Dropped 47 spots from last year
-12.6 below state avg
247 students Diverse
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
C+
Collins Middle School
1.1 mi | #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
B+
Village School
1.7 mi | #253 of 824 | Score: 52.3
Dropped 64 spots from last year
-5.9 below state avg
529 students Moderate
Grades 04-06
B+
Marblehead Community Charter Public School
2.0 mi | #115 of 352 | Score: 48.0
Improved 94 spots from last year
-10.2 below state avg
192 students Moderate
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades 04-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
B+
Salem Academy Charter School
0.5 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
1.7 mi | #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
Bishop Fenwick High School
1.8 mi
17 sports • 1,390 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Property Tax $369
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $350/mo
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Property History

Market Insights

6.4%
Price Range
17
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Nov 24, 2025
$550,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 17
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Listed for Sale
Oct 17, 2025
$515,000
Original listing
Agent: Mary Hackett Office: Stuart St James, Inc.

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Oct 17, 2025 New Listing Added $515,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
37 days
Price per Sq Ft
$535

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $4,426 $385,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,426
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$350
Per month
Assessed Value
$385,200

Listing Information

Listing Office Stuart St James, Inc.
Agent MLS ID CT005476
Office MLS ID AC1022
Listing Data Updated Nov 24, 2025 10:20 AM EST
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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