26 Essex Street # 2, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

$260,000

Beds

Baths

586

Sq Ft

$444

Price/Sq Ft

0.07

Acres

1820

Year Built

Condominium

Type

Days on Market

Sold Listed Apr 14, 2022 • MLS# 72966671 Copied! • Updated May 25, 2022

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview

Original List Price: $245,000

                            Final Sale Price:
                            $260,000
                        

Difference: +$15,000 (+6.1%)

Performance Metrics

106.1%

List to Sale Ratio

Sold above asking price

Days on Market

Quick sale

Price per Square Foot Analysis

Original $/sq ft: $418

                            Sale $/sq ft:
                            $444
                        

This property sold for $444 per square foot

Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 13 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 22 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property

$444/sq ft

Area Median

$493/sq ft

Difference

9.9%

This property sold near the area median for similar homes.

About this home

Have you been yearning for a condo full of warmth, character and charm? If you are tired of the cookie cutter condo trend, then 26 Essex Street is sure to delight. This inviting one bedroom condo offers a versatile layout/floorplan, hardwood flooring, built-in’s and an ornamental fireplace. A spacious living room and bedroom with an oversized closet, plus an eat-in kitchen are all situated on the 1st floor. Hard to find yard space is available for everyone to enjoy. Owner upgrades include a 2020 gas furnace, and 2021 water heater which add to value. Recent association improvements include: 2021 vinyl siding, chimney removal, new stairs, new support beams and masonry pointing of foundation, just to name a few! Conveniently located to Salem Willows, vibrant downtown Salem shopping and restaurants, museums (which are free to Salem residents) and the Commuter Rail & Ferry to Boston.

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Property History

Market Insights

15.5%

Price Range

Total Days on Market

Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73498714

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🏷️

Previously Sold

Jun 15, 2026

$290,000

MLS #73498714

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✓

Sold

May 25, 2022

$260,000

Property sold

Days on Market: 14

🏠

Listed for Sale

Apr 14, 2022

$245,000

Original listing

Agent: M.A & Company Office: Leading Edge Real Estate

Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
06/15/2026	🏷️ Previously Sold	$290,000	-	-	MLS #73498714
05/25/2022	✓ Sold	$260,000	-	-	Property sold
04/14/2022	🏠 Listed for Sale	$245,000	-	-	Original listing

Tax History

Year	Taxes	Assessment
2022	$2,335	$176,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax

$2,335

Tax Year 2022

HOA Fee

$102

Monthly

Assessed Value

$176,200

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Condominium

Year Built 1820

Living Area 586 sq ft

Lot Size 0.07 acres

Bedrooms 1

Full Baths 1

Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas

Cooling None

Flooring Hardwood

Appliances Range, Disposal, Refrigerator

Fireplace Master Bedroom

Basement N

Laundry In Basement, In Building

Features Internet Available - Broadband

Exterior

Construction Frame

Architecture None

Roof Shingle

Features Storage, Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing Fenced

Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $2,335

Assessed Value $176,200

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $102 Monthly

Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds

Amenities Laundry

Optional Fee Includes None

Owner-Occupied Units 1

Pets Yes

MA Disclosures

Seller Disclosures No Off-street Parking. Shared Laundry In Basement. Fireplace Is Sealed And Decorative Only.

Additional Details

Possession None

Accepted Financing Contract

Structure Type ["Garden"]

Unit/Building 2

Sq Ft Source Public Record

Sq Ft Disclosures Room measurements are approximate.

Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Certificate Of Insurance (3)

County Essex

Total market time (incl. prior listings) 14 days

Property Overview

Property Type

Condominium

Listing Type

Sold

Year Built

1820

Bedrooms

Full Bathrooms

Living Area

586 sq ft

Total Rooms

Stories

Entry Level

Main Level Bedrooms

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood

Appliances: Range, Disposal, Refrigerator

Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband

Windows: Insulated Windows

Basement: N

Laundry: In Basement, In Building

Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1820

Structure Type: Garden

Exterior Materials: Frame

Roof: Shingle

Foundation:

Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas

Heating Zones: 1

Cooling: None

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Storage, Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters

Patio & Porch:

Fencing: Fenced

Other Structures:

Lot Features:

Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Fireplace Type: Master Bedroom

Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Nearby Schools

School information not available for this location.

Location

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Neighborhood

26 Essex Street # 2, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

Listing Information

Listing Office Leading Edge Real Estate

Office Phone 978-289-5860

Agent MLS ID TM339103

Office MLS ID AN7144

Listing Data Updated May 25, 2022 2:19 PM EDT

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