5 Chandler Road, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970 • South Salem
$490,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,049
Sq Ft
$239
Price/Sq Ft
0.14
Acres
1953
Year Built
1
Garage Space
2
Days on Market
Sold Listed Oct 23, 2020 • MLS# 72747810 Copied! • Updated Jan 4, 2021

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $409,900
Final Sale Price: $490,000
Difference: +$80,100 (+19.5%)
Performance Metrics
119.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
2
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $200
Sale $/sq ft: $239
This property sold for $239 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 19.5% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 2 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 4 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$239/sq ft
Area Median
$384/sq ft
Difference
37.8%

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

About this home

MULTIPLE OFFERS! OFFERS DUE MONDAY, 10/26, BY 12:00PM! PRESENTING… 5 CHANDLER ROAD, SALEM. Classic 3-4 BR, 1.5 bath well maintained home merely STEPS from POPULAR & VIBRANT Vinnin Square. Feel the charm of this New England Cape style home boasting a warm & inviting entry to a fireplaced living room, a stunning, sun drenched dining room w/ built-ins, & hardwood floors thru-out. The 1st floor is complimented by an oversized eat-in-kitchen that leads to the relaxing sun room. Head upstairs to find 2 generous bedrooms and an updated bath. Watch the game in the finished lower level with your very own bar area. Play catch or let the kids run around in the private, fenced in yard out back! 1-car garage & plenty of off-street parking. Located on a quiet SOUTH SALEM side street minutes from Marblehead & Swampscott beaches, Historic Downtown Salem, & the commuter rail. WELCOME HOME!!

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Property History

Market Insights

40.5%
Price Range
3
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73562543
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Aug 12, 2026
$689,000
MLS #73562543 - Active
Sold
Dec 29, 2020
$490,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 3
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Listed for Sale
Oct 23, 2020
$409,900
Original listing
Agent: Robert Del Greco Office: Keller Williams Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2019 $5,120 $339,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,120
Tax Year 2019
Assessed Value
$339,100

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1953
Living Area 2,049 sq ft
Lot Size 0.14 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Oil
Cooling None
Flooring Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Radon Remediation System, Unfinished
Laundry In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Sun Room, Foyer

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Cape
Roof Shingle
Features Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch None
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 5
Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $5,120
Assessed Value $339,100
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Multiple Offers! Offers Due Monday, 10/26, By 12:00pm
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color White
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 3 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1953
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,049 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Sun Room, Foyer
Windows:
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Radon Remediation System, Unfinished
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1953
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch:
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, University
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 Greenhouse School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
The Phoenix School
2.4 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
Horace Mann Laboratory School
1.4 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-
Saltonstall School
1.8 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
Witchcraft Heights School
2.3 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
C+
Bentley Academy Innovation School
3.0 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
3.0 mi
106 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
B-
Carlton School
3.1 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
3.3 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
M

Middle Schools

1 school
C+
Collins Middle School
1.9 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
2.1 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
1.4 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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Neighborhood

South Salem

5 Chandler Road, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

Listing Information

Listing Agent Robert Del Greco
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty
Office Phone 978-475-2111
Agent MLS ID B0560586
Office MLS ID G95022
Listing Data Updated Jan 4, 2021 5:21 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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