Dimensions107 x 167
FeaturesFireplace, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelSecond
184 Lafayette Street, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
$1,200,000
$749,900
Est. $4,645/month
About this home
One of a kind and rare opportunity in the heart of Salem! Renovate this 11 room stucco Colonial and make it your own unique property or develop the R3 zoned parcel into something new. This property sits on a .21 acre lot on Rt. 114 close to downtown Salem. The current house has 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths and a 1 car garage and is setback from the street with a front yard surrounded by a stone wall and a driveway just around the corner on Fairfield Street.
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Property History
Market Insights
2
Price Changes
37.5%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jul 22, 2026
$749,900
$245,100
(-24.63%)
From $995,000 to $749,900 (-24.6%)
Back On Market
Jul 10, 2026
Active
Status: Active under contract
Jun 5, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Jun 5, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Price Reduced
May 20, 2026
$995,000
$205,000
(-17.08%)
From $1,200,000 to $995,000 (-17.1%)
Listed for Sale
Apr 22, 2026
$1,200,000
Original listing
Agent: Bernard Starr
Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/22/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $749,900 | $245,100 | - | From $995,000 to $749,900 (-24.6%) |
| 07/10/2026 | • Back On Market | - | - | - | Active |
| 06/05/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 06/05/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 05/20/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $995,000 | $205,000 | - | From $1,200,000 to $995,000 (-17.1%) |
| 04/22/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,200,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $7,832 | $726,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,832
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$726,600
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1950
Living Area
2,970 sq ft
Lot Size
0.21 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
3
Total Rooms
11
Interior
Heating
Steam, Oil
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
2
Basement
Unfinished
Laundry
In Basement
Features
Home Office, Den
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Features
Deck - Wood
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed
Patio/Porch
Deck - Wood
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Off Street
Total Spaces
3
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,832
Assessed Value
$726,600
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Asbestos Found In Some Areas Of The House - See Attached Report. Central Air Is Upstairs Only.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
tan
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
75 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1950
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,970 sq ft
Total Rooms
11
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,970 sq ft above grade
Dimensions107 x 911
FeaturesFlooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelSecond
Dimensions106 x 145
FeaturesFlooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
Dimensions139 x 173
FeaturesFlooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelSecond
Dimensions2011 x 166
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
LevelFirst
Dimensions178 x 102
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
Dimensions135 x 182
FeaturesBeamed Ceilings, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelFirst
Dimensions11 x 10
LevelFirst
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Wood
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:
Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances:
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Home Office, Den
Windows:
Basement:
Unfinished
Laundry:
In Basement
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1950
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Steam, Oil
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Wood
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Wooded
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Parking Features:
Detached, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
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
3 schools
B-
Saltonstall School
0.1 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 Phoenix School
1.0 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
Middle Schools
3 schools
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
B+
Village School
1.5 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
1.9 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
High Schools
3 schools
B+
Salem Academy Charter School
0.4 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
2.0 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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184 Lafayette Street, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Bernard Starr
Listing Office
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Office Phone
781-246-2100
Agent MLS ID
C9500433
Office MLS ID
AN4887
Listing Data Updated
Jul 26, 2026 3:06 AM EDT
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