FeaturesBathroom - Full
LevelFourth Floor
304 Essex St # 1, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970 • Downtown
$485,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$540,000
Final Sale Price:
$485,000
Difference:
$55,000 (-10.2%)
Performance Metrics
89.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
83
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$517
Sale $/sq ft:
$465
This property sold for $465 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 10.2% below the original asking price.
The property spent 83 days on market before selling.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 39 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$465/sq ft
Area Median
$443/sq ft
Difference
+5.0%
This property sold slightly above the area median for similar homes.
About this home
Great value! Do you love Salem? Close in time for the exciting Fall activities! Opportunity to own affordable condo in heart of downtown Salem, 2BED, 2FULL BATH, unique 3-levels, corner unit. Private entry staircase leads to bright, sun-lit rooms, historic charm w/ exposed brick, soaring hi ceilings, original wooden beams, exposed metal ductwork. Beautiful wood floors. Open-concept kitchen features floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances. Next level offers 2nd bedroom, FULL bath, in unit laundry. Top floor primary suite w/ walk-in closet &en-suite FULL bath.Oversized windows thru out, abundant natural light. Located corner North & Essex Street, steps to Witch House, short walk to Peabody Essex Museum, Wharf waterfront, Salem Ferry, 5 mins walk to MBTA, restaurants & only blocks to pubs w/ weekend live music. Vibrant walkable downtown neighborhood, perfect for those seeking urban lifestyle,. 2019 Bosch, hi efficiency, heat pump system.
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Property History
Market Insights
43.3%
Price Range
2
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Sold
Dec 19, 2025
Property sold
Listed for Sale
Jul 14, 2025
$475,000
Original listing
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead
Previous Transaction - MLS #72589004
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Dec 27, 2019
$345,000
MLS #72589004
Previous Transaction - MLS #72241682
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Dec 11, 2017
$269,500
MLS #72241682
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/19/2025 | ✓ Sold | - | - | - | Property sold |
| 07/14/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $475,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 12/27/2019 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $345,000 | - | - | MLS #72589004 |
| 12/11/2017 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $269,500 | - | - | MLS #72241682 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,086 | $448,500 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$5,086
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$515
Monthly
Assessed Value
$448,500
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1800
Living Area
1,044 sq ft
Lot Size
0.05 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Air Source Heat Pumps (ashp)
Cooling
Central Air, Heat Pump, Air Source Heat Pumps (ashp)
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
Third Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle, Rubber
Features
City View(s)
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Rented
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer
Financial
Annual Tax
$5,086
Assessed Value
$448,500
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$515 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Currently Renting Parking Space, Wesley Church Lot Which Is Directly Behind 304 Essex For 183.75 Per Month. Buyer Can Assume The Rented Space Or Choose Not To
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Association Financial Statements (3)
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
84 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1800
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,044 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
3
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,044 sq ft above grade
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
LevelFourth Floor
FeaturesBathroom - Full
LevelThird
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelThird
FeaturesFlooring - Wood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
LevelSecond
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
LevelMain,Second
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
Third Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1800
Effective Year (Renovated):
2005
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Shingle, Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
3
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Central Air, Heat Pump, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
Cooling Zones:
2
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
City View(s)
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Rented
Special Features
View:
Yes
View Type:
City
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School
Nearby Schools
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
Elementary Schools
9 schools
The Phoenix School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
The Greenhouse School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
Saltonstall School
0.7 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-
Carlton School
0.8 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
1.0 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
C+
Bentley Academy Innovation School
1.1 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
1.1 mi
106 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
C-
Horace Mann Laboratory School
1.2 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
Witchcraft Heights School
1.2 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
Middle Schools
1 school
C+
Collins Middle School
0.6 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
High Schools
2 schools
B+
Salem Academy Charter School
0.7 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
1.3 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
Downtown
304 Essex St # 1, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Andrea Dodge
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead
Office Phone
781-631-9511
Agent MLS ID
CT002848
Office MLS ID
AN6221
Listing Data Updated
Dec 20, 2025 8:39 AM 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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