257 Washington St # 03, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
$2,250
$2,000/mo
About this home
Bright, updated, 1st floor, one bedroom apartment located downtown Salem in historic building. Close to the commuter rail and on the bus line. Updated kitchen, lots of character. Rent includes heat and hot water. Coin-op laundry in building. (1 pet limit, subject to breed and weight restrictions). *Tenant pays Gas (Stove) & Electric. *First, last and $1000 security deposit required. *1 year lease term
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
11.1%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jul 15, 2026
$2,000
$250
(-11.11%)
From $2,250 to $2,000 (-11.1%)
Listed for Sale
Feb 19, 2026
$2,250
Original listing
Agent: Obadiah Arthur
Office: Thomas N. Margulis
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/15/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $2,000 | $250 | - | From $2,250 to $2,000 (-11.1%) |
| 02/19/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $2,250 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Apartment
Living Area
500 sq ft
Lot Size
5,558 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Rental Details
Available
May 1, 2026
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Heat, Hot Water
Security Deposit
$1,000
Required
First MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
Yes
Pet Policy
Dogs OKCats OK
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
Common Area, In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
03
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
150 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
500 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
500 sq ft above grade
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:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Common Area, In Building
Security:
Construction & Materials
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
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
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
The Greenhouse School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
Saltonstall School
0.3 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
1.0 mi
|
#468 of 824
|
Score: 45.6
Dropped 47 spots from last year
-12.6 below state avg
247 students
Diverse
Grades K-05
C+
Bentley Academy Innovation School
1.0 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
1.0 mi
106 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
C-
Horace Mann Laboratory School
1.1 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+
Bates School
1.3 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
B
Witchcraft Heights School
1.3 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
0.4 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
1.2 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
257 Washington St # 03, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Obadiah Arthur
Listing Office
Thomas N. Margulis
Office Phone
617-625-8315
Agent MLS ID
CN211560
Office MLS ID
AN8219
Listing Data Updated
Jul 19, 2026 3:06 AM EDT
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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