One of Salem’s finest Georgian homes, built in 1750 for Capt. Benjamin Hodges, early sea captain & founder of Salem’s East India Marine Society (now the Peabody-Essex Museum). Part of a 4-unit association, this residence occupies the original house with antique details, including a McIntire-carved entryway, Georgian staircase with fluted balusters, and 18th/19th-century paneling. Bright & sunny, it offers modern flow for entertaining plus a charming sunroom-breakfast room overlooking the garden. Ideally located in the heart of Salem: near Salem Harbor, Derby Wharf, Maritime National Park, Salem Common, the House of the Seven Gables, and Peabody-Essex Museum. Steps from restaurants, close to Winter Island beach and Willows Park. For history lovers, it sits five doors west of Beadle’s Tavern, where the first accused witches were deposed in 1692. Minutes to the train, with 3 deeded parking spaces. A romantic, enduring home—perfect for those seeking an intact antique home in Salem’s heart.
Harbor, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Waterfront Property
No
Lot & Land
Lot Size
0.19 acres
Lot Size
8,233 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1900
Parking & Garage
Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
3
Parking Features
Off Street
Utilities & Systems
Utilities Available
for Gas Range
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
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
HOA Fee
$790
HOA Fee Frequency
Monthly
Senior Community
No
Financial & Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount
$10,198
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$899,300
Parcel Number
M:35 L:0364 S:801,4478124
Zoning
R2
Additional Details
Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Disclosures
Exterior repainted 2025, Older windows - some sashes don't open, Main roof 6 years old, front gambrel only, 20+/- years. Rubber Roof over sun room to be replaced by sellers or credited at closing ($5.5K). Basement walls to be repointed in 2026, $7500 assessment +/- This is house a condominium
Location
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Neighborhood
Downtown
81 Essex St # 1, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
Walkability
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Schools
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Estimated Monthly Payment$0
Payment Breakdown
Principal & Interest$0
Property Tax$850
Homeowners Insurance$200
HOA Fee$790
PMI$0
Property History
Property Timeline
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Listed for Sale
Aug 20, 2025
$975,000
Original listing
Agent: Michael SelbstOffice: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Date
Event
Price
Change
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Details
08/20/2025
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Listed for Sale
$975,000
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Original listing
Price & Status History
Date
Event
Price
Change
Aug 20, 2025
New Listing Added
$975,000
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Market Statistics
Days on Market
20 days
Price per Sq Ft
$279
Tax History
Year
Taxes
Assessment
2025
$10,198
$899,300
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$10,198
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$790
Monthly
Assessed Value
$899,300
Listing Information
Listing AgentMichael Selbst
Listing OfficeGibson Sotheby's International Realty
