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97 Essex St # 3, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970
$670,000
Est. $3,566/month
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,885
Sq Ft
$355
Price/Sq Ft
1761
Year Built
Condominium
Type
16
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 28, 2025 • MLS# 73160686

About this home

Townhouse living in the heart of Salem! Graciously & practically laid-out 3 BR + office home, across from the Common. Enter through a private entrance to a small foyer with handy coat closet. This opens to a well proportioned living room w/a gas fireplace. Lovely sightline from the LR - DR- Kitchen, connecting all three spaces while still allowing for individual rooms. The kitchen is smartly located at the back, w/direct access to a private patio & pkg for 2 cars. On the 2nd floor main bedroom with a large custom fitted closet plus an office & second bedroom both with romantic exposed beams & skylights. On the 3rd, private BR and bath...could be a fantastic guest suite, second office, or for au pair. A bathroom on every floor, c/ac, custom interior wood shutters, original pine floors and lots of charm throughout make this an easy home to love. Plus moments from the Salem Common, the wharfs, downtown, & the train station. Three unit, self-managed, 100% owner occupied association.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $640,000
Final Sale Price: $670,000
Difference: +$30,000 (+4.7%)
Performance Metrics
104.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
16
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $340
Sale $/sq ft: $355
This property sold for $355 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 4.7% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 16 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1761
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,885 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Stories
3
Entry Level
1

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air
Has Cooling
Yes
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Laundry Features
In Unit
Basement Details
Y
Window Features
Insulated Windows
Accessibility Features
No

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Roof
Shingle
Exterior Features
Patio
Patio/Porch Features
Patio
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Features
Bay, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
2

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
110 Volts, 200+ Amp Service

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA Fee
$270
HOA Fee Frequency
Monthly
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$7,838
Tax Year
2023
Tax Assessed Value
$626,500
Parcel Number
M:35 L:0315 S:803,4515769
Zoning
R2

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Disclosures
HVAC replaced in Jan 2021 including the condenser. Back side of roof along with skylights replaced in 2017

Location

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Neighborhood

97 Essex St # 3, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

Walkability

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Schools

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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $653
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $270
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

4.5%
Price Range
17
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Oct 27, 2023
$670,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 17
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Listed for Sale
Sep 18, 2023
$640,000
Original listing
Agent: Michael Selbst Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 18, 2023 New Listing Added $640,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
16 days
Price per Sq Ft
$355

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2023 $7,838 $626,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,838
Tax Year 2023
HOA Fee
$270
Monthly
Assessed Value
$626,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent Michael Selbst
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID BB804690
Office MLS ID AN6133

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