$549,000

289 Essex St Unit 101 Salem, MA 01970

$6,519
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2 beds
2 full
1,244 sqft
0.3 acres
$441 / sqft
Condo

Property details

About 289 Essex St Unit 101

Experience the best of Salem living in this rarely available, spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo with over 1,200 square feet of comfortable living space. Nestled in the heart of downtown, this home offers unbeatable access to the city’s vibrant culture, renowned restaurants, shops, and public transportation—making it perfect for year-round enjoyment, especially during Salem’s famous Halloween festivities! This condo features an open and inviting layout, with a primary suite complete with a walk-in closet, in-unit washer and dryer, and recent updates including a 2017 heating system and a 2022 water heater. A true standout, this unit includes a deeded garage parking spot—a rare find in this prime location! Enjoy low association fees that cover water and sewer, all while benefiting from the convenience of city living with a cozy retreat to call home. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to own a piece of Salem’s historic charm!

Highlights

Home typeCondominium
HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
CoolingCentral Air, Heat Pump
Size1,244 sqft
Lot size0.31 Acres
Year built1987
ParkingUnder, Deeded
MLS #73338062
Attached garage1 space
WaterfrontBeach, Ocean Front

Summary

  • MLS Number: 73338062
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Real Broker MA, LLC
  • Office Phone: (855) 450-0442
  • Listing Agent: Alex Fronduto

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Nearby schools

4

Carlton

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

10 Skerry St

5

Bates

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

53 Liberty Hill Ave

3

Bentley Academy Innovation School

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

25 Memorial Dr

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $60,609. Typical income of Salem, MA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

35%
<35k
37%
35k-100k
27%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

68%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
29%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Yoga/pilatesYoga/pilates
  • NBA/WNBANBA/WNBA
  • SoccerSoccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • New York & CompanyNew York & Company
  • Forever 21Forever 21

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • QdobaQdoba
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • MazdaMazda

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Active RockActive Rock
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 289 Essex St Unit 101

This home is located at 289 Essex St Unit 101 in Salem, MA and zip code 01970. This 1,244 square foot home, which was built in 1987, sits on a 0.31 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 25, 2025 and is currently priced at $549,000.

Salem, MA housing market in February 2025 saw over 9 listings sold above listed price, more than 1 sold at listed price and over 4 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Salem, MA decreased by 15.9% between January and February 2025. In February 2025 median list price was $599,159 and the average listing age was 28 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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