3-1/2 Buffum St, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970
$780,000
Est. $4,151/month
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,404
Sq Ft
$324
Price/Sq Ft
0.07
Acres
1915
Year Built
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Type
6
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 29, 2025 • MLS# 73222048

About this home

Beautifully maintained 2 family in Historic Salem! Owner occupied for over 30 years, the first floor unit offers gorgeous hardwoods, open floor plan, huge cabinet packed kitchen with charming nooks & crannies, open living and dining rooms, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath & off street parking. Second floor is freshly painted, also with stunning hardwood floors, primary bedroom has 2 closets, & eat in kitchen with butlers pantry, second bedroom & full bath. Both units have composite decks off the back to watch the sunrise/sets. Roof & 2 skylights were just replaced 2/24, vinyl siding & composite decking offer easy maintanance. Each unit is separately metered for gas, electric, hot water heaters & furnaces.Huge basement offers laundry hookups and the attic is amazing with options for storage or potential expansion. The yard expands beyoned fence for potential additional parking. All this nestled close to all that Salem has to offer and .6 miles from the Commuter Rail, very commuter friendly!

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $729,900
Final Sale Price: $780,000
Difference: +$50,100 (+6.9%)
Performance Metrics
106.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
6
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $304
Sale $/sq ft: $324
This property sold for $324 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.9% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 6 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Property Category
Residential Income
Year Built
1915
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,404 sq ft
Total Rooms
10
Stories
3
Levels
3

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Has Heating
Yes
Has Fireplace
No
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Mudroom, Walk-Up Attic, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
Basement Details
Full, Interior Entry

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Stone
Exterior Features
Balcony/Deck
Patio/Porch Features
Deck
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Features
Ocean
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.07 acres
Lot Size
3,197 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.0700
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
1
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street

Utilities & Systems

Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station, University
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$7,954
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$684,500
Parcel Number
M:26 L:0314,2132445
Zoning
R2

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Actual
Disclosures
Offer Deadline Monday 4/15 at 2:00 pm Seller prefers end of June closing. DW in unit 1 is not working, second handle from left on stove in unit 1 isn't working Offer in 1 pdf, no dotloop pls. Please allow for 24 hr turn around Pls do not park in driveway to right of house

Location

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Neighborhood

3-1/2 Buffum St, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

Walkability

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Schools

Middle School
Collins Middle
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High School
Salem High
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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $663
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

6.4%
Price Range
7
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Jun 28, 2024
$780,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 7
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Listed for Sale
Apr 10, 2024
$729,900
Original listing
Agent: Margaret Chassie Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 10, 2024 New Listing Added $729,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
6 days
Price per Sq Ft
$324

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $7,954 $684,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,954
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$684,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent Margaret Chassie
Listing Office Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Agent MLS ID BB801894
Office MLS ID AN4889

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