Dimensions12 x 12
FeaturesFlooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area
LevelThird
389 Essex St # 3, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
$460,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$449,000
Final Sale Price:
$460,000
Difference:
+$11,000 (+2.4%)
Performance Metrics
102.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
20
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$408
Sale $/sq ft:
$418
This property sold for $418 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 2.4% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 20 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
$418/sq ft
Area Median
$345/sq ft
Difference
+21.3%
This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.
About this home
The Kiley House – Penthouse Condo! This 2 bedroom, 1 bath home offers a rare blend of period detail and modern comfort. Set in a stately Second Empire building along the edge of Salem’s famed McIntire District, it features soaring ceilings, oversized windows, wide-plank floors, paneled wood front doors with transoms, and a grand staircase with fluted balusters . The unit's updated kitchen and claw-foot tub bath balance historic charm with today’s lifestyle. Enjoy lots of outdoor space for gardening or relaxing, all just steps to cobblestone sidewalks, the library, restaurants, shops, and the waterfront. Showings begin at the 1st open house, Sat: 9/13 & Sun: 9/14 12-1:30, Mon: 9/15 4:30 - 6:00. See Offer Instructions.
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Property History
Market Insights
2.4%
Price Range
21
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
Oct 6, 2025
$460,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 21
Listed for Sale
Sep 9, 2025
$449,000
Original listing
Agent: Joyce Sullivan
Office: Keller Williams Realty Evolution
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/06/2025 | ✓ Sold | $460,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 09/09/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $449,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,220 | $460,300 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$5,220
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$225
Monthly
Assessed Value
$460,300
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1882
Living Area
1,100 sq ft
Lot Size
0.08 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Central, Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
Wall Unit(s), None
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator, Washer/dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
Y
Laundry
Flooring - Hardwood, Third Floor, In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Slate
Features
Porch, Patio, Covered Patio/deck, Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced
Patio/Porch
Porch, Patio, Covered
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Electric Oven
Financial
Annual Tax
$5,220
Assessed Value
$460,300
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$225 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
3
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Exclusions
List To Be Provided
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Garden"]
Unit/Building
3
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Floor Plans, Certificate Of Insurance (5)
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
21 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1882
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,100 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,100 sq ft above grade
Dimensions14 x 14
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelThird
Dimensions20 x 17
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Remodeled
LevelThird
Dimensions14 x 16
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
LevelThird
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Patio, Covered
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:
Tile, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
Flooring - Hardwood, Third Floor, In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1882
Effective Year (Renovated):
2005
Structure Type:
Garden
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Slate
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Wall Unit(s), None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Patio, Covered
Fencing:
Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
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
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
The Greenhouse School
1.6 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
Witchcraft Heights School
0.9 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
C-
Horace Mann Laboratory School
0.9 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-
Carlton School
1.1 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
1.1 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
1.4 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
1.4 mi
106 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
Middle Schools
1 school
C+
Collins Middle School
0.3 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
0.9 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
1.0 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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389 Essex St # 3, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Joyce Sullivan
Listing Office
Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Office Phone
978-887-3995
Agent MLS ID
C8001298
Office MLS ID
AN6886
Listing Data Updated
Oct 7, 2025 1:58 PM EDT
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