304 Essex St # 1, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

$269,500

2

Beds

2

Baths

1,044

Sq Ft

$258

Price/Sq Ft

0.05

Acres

1800

Year Built

1

Parking

Condominium

Type

26

Days on Market

Sold Listed Oct 11, 2017 • MLS# 72241682 Copied! • Updated Dec 12, 2017

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview

Original List Price: $279,000

Final Sale Price: $269,500

Difference: $9,500 (-3.4%)

Performance Metrics

96.6%

List to Sale Ratio

Sold below asking price

26

Days on Market

Quick sale

Price per Square Foot Analysis

Original $/sq ft: $267

Sale $/sq ft: $258

This property sold for $258 per square foot

Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.4% below the original asking price.

With only 26 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 39 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property

$258/sq ft

Area Median

$443/sq ft

Difference

41.7%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

The Quintessential Salem Condo Awaits. This conveniently located, freshly painted unit with old world industrial Charm,and exposed brick and beam mixes beautifully with all of the modern conveniences. Your kitchen/ living area features tall Maple cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar, hardwood flooring, and large windows for a view of all the local happenings and plenty of sunlight. The next 2 levels offer 1 bedroom and full bath on each floor and a separate laundry area. You're located just minutes from the commuter rail the ocean, fabulous restaurants, and all that downtown has to offer. There is parking for 1 car leased from the adjacent Church until May 2018 included in condo fee. Don't miss your opportunity to be a part of it all!

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Property History

Market Insights

44.4%

Price Range

29

Total Days on Market

2

Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73403962

Full transaction history available when tracking began

🏷️

Previously Sold

Dec 19, 2025

$485,000

MLS #73403962

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Previous Transaction - MLS #72589004

Full transaction history available when tracking began

🏷️

Previously Sold

Dec 27, 2019

$345,000

MLS #72589004

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Sold

Dec 11, 2017

$269,500

Property sold

Days on Market: 29

🏠

Listed for Sale

Oct 12, 2017

$279,000

Original listing

Agent: Ann Thomeczek Office: Keller Williams Realty Evolution

Detailed History Table ▼

Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
12/19/2025	🏷️ Previously Sold	$485,000	-	-	MLS #73403962
12/27/2019	🏷️ Previously Sold	$345,000	-	-	MLS #72589004
12/11/2017	✓ Sold	$269,500	-	-	Property sold
10/12/2017	🏠 Listed for Sale	$279,000	-	-	Original listing

Tax History

Year	Taxes	Assessment
2017	$3,524	$222,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax

$3,524

Tax Year 2017

HOA Fee

$490

Monthly

Assessed Value

$222,200

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Condominium

Year Built 1800

Living Area 1,044 sq ft

Lot Size 0.05 acres

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 2

Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Central

Cooling Central Air, None

Flooring Wood, Tile, Carpet

Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator

Fireplace None

Basement Y

Laundry Third Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup

Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick

Architecture None

Roof Shingle, Rubber

Features None

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing None

Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features None

Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer

Financial

Annual Tax $3,524

Assessed Value $222,200

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $490 Monthly

Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal

Amenities None

Optional Fee Includes None

Pets Yes w/ Restrictions

MA Disclosures

Seller Disclosures Condo Fee To Increase To Pay For New Roofing And Brick Re-pointing, Not Considered A Special Assessment.

Additional Details

Possession None

Accepted Financing None

Structure Type ["Townhouse"]

Unit/Building 1

Sq Ft Source Field Card

Documents Unit Deed (1)

County Essex

Total market time (incl. prior listings) 29 days

Property Overview

Property Type

Condominium

Listing Type

Sold

Year Built

1800

Bedrooms

2

Full Bathrooms

2

Living Area

1,044 sq ft

Total Rooms

4

Stories

3

Entry Level

2

Floor Layout

Interactive room guide Explore Floor Layout 3 levels · 14 rooms Open ›

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet

Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator

Interior Features:

Windows: Insulated Windows

Basement: Y

Laundry: Third Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup

Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1800

Structure Type: Townhouse

Exterior Materials: Brick

Roof: Shingle, Rubber

Foundation:

Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central

Cooling: Central Air, None

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:

Patio & Porch:

Fencing:

Other Structures:

Lot Features:

Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1

Parking Features:

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

9 schools

The Phoenix School

0.6 mi

Grades PK-08

The Greenhouse School

1.7 mi

Grades PK-08

B-

Saltonstall School

0.7 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-

Carlton School

0.8 mi | #468 of 824 | Score: 45.6

Dropped 47 spots from last year

-12.6 below state avg

247 students Diverse

Grades K-05

B+

Bates School

1.0 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

C+

Bentley Academy Innovation School

1.1 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

1.1 mi

106 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades PK

C-

Horace Mann Laboratory School

1.1 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

1.2 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

M

Middle Schools

1 school

C+

Collins Middle School

0.6 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

H

High Schools

2 schools

B+

Salem Academy Charter School

0.7 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

1.2 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

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304 Essex St # 1, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

Listing Information

Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Evolution

Office Phone 978-927-8700

Agent MLS ID C8000971

Office MLS ID C95098

Listing Data Updated Dec 12, 2017 12:03 PM 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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