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12 Summit Avenue # 1, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970 • South Salem
$480,000
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,170
Sq Ft
$410
Price/Sq Ft
1890
Year Built
1
Garage Space
26
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jun 18, 2025 • MLS# 73393022 Copied! • Updated Aug 25, 2025

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $484,900
Final Sale Price: $480,000
Difference: $4,900 (-1.0%)
Performance Metrics
99.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
26
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $414
Sale $/sq ft: $410
This property sold for $410 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.0% 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 6 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$410/sq ft
Area Average
$289/sq ft
Difference
+41.9%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

About this home

A few blocks from Forest River Park, this spacious single-level two-bedroom condominium is a true surprise when you enter. You are greeted by an open layout, high ceilings, large windows, and a huge kitchen! Hardwood floors, stainless appliances, and plenty of counter and cabinet space plus a mudroom/laundry room make this space perfect for real life and entertaining! The primary bedroom has a large walk-in closet and is located adjacent to the full bathroom. The second bedroom also features two good-sized closets. Enjoy garage parking, abundant storage in the basement, and private porch for afternoon sitting! Located close to downtown shops and dining, this home is in the middle of all the fun Salem has to offer!

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Property History

Market Insights

42.3%
Price Range
28
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Sold
Aug 25, 2025
$480,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 28
🏠
Listed for Sale
Jun 18, 2025
$484,900
Original listing
Agent: Merry Fox Team Office: MerryFox Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #72513205
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jul 15, 2019
$341,500
MLS #72513205
Previous Transaction - MLS #72027119
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Jul 25, 2016
$280,000
MLS #72027119

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $4,647 $409,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,647
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$258
Monthly
Assessed Value
$409,800

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1890
Living Area 1,170 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Tile
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry First Floor, In Unit
Features Mud Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Slate
Features Porch
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $4,647
Assessed Value $409,800

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $258 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Reserve Funds
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 2
Seller Disclosures Pets Upon Approval. Seller Has Prepaid $1000 Towards Condo Fees And Pays $175 Per Month
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building 1
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs (3)
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 28 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,170 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1
Bathroom - Full
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bedroom2
Living Room
Master Bedroom

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Bathroom2
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
Yes

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Mud Room
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: First Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1890
Effective Year (Renovated): 2005
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Slate
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: Porch
Patio & Porch: Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached
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

3 schools
B-
Saltonstall School
0.2 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
The Greenhouse School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
Horace Mann Laboratory School
1.0 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
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
C+
Collins Middle School
0.8 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
B+
Village School
1.3 mi | #253 of 824 | Score: 52.3
Dropped 64 spots from last year
-5.9 below state avg
529 students Moderate
Grades 04-06
A-
Marblehead Veterans Middle School
1.7 mi | #83 of 352 | Score: 51.5
Dropped 30 spots from last year
-6.7 below state avg
411 students Less Diverse
Grades 07-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
B+
Salem Academy Charter School
0.5 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
1.1 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
A-
Marblehead High School
1.7 mi | #80 of 346 | Score: 62.1
Dropped 37 spots from last year
+3.9 above state avg
861 students Less Diverse
20 sports • 2,426 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

South Salem

12 Summit Avenue # 1, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

Listing Information

Listing Agent Merry Fox Team
Listing Office MerryFox Realty
Office Phone 978-808-8064
Agent MLS ID TEAM0226
Office MLS ID C95279
Listing Data Updated Aug 25, 2025 3:22 PM EDT
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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