257 Washington St # 04, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
$2,100/mo
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About this home
1st Floor. Bright, charming, large one-bedroom apartment located in downtown Salem in a historic building. Close to commuter rail and on the bus line. Rent includes primary heat and hot water. Coin-operated washer/dryer in the building. Common area outdoor space. Tenant pays for electricity and gas (stove). Pet-friendly! (subject to breed and weight restrictions). 1-year lease term. First Month and Full Month Security Deposit required.
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Property History
Property Timeline
Listed for Rent
Sep 1, 2026
$2,100
Original listing
Agent: Obadiah Arthur
Office: Thomas N. Margulis
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/01/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $2,100 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Apartment
Living Area
550 sq ft
Lot Size
5,558 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Rental Details
Available
Oct 1, 2026
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Heat, Hot Water
Security Deposit
$2,100
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
04
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
4 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
550 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
550 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Room Markers
OOffice (1)
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (5)
BABathroom (4)
DDining (1)
LLiving (2)
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:
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Basement:
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Common Area, In Building
Security:
Construction & Materials
Structure Type:
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Roof:
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Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
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Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
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Patio & Porch:
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Parking & Garage
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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
C+
Saltonstall School
0.3 mi
|
#525 of 825
|
Score: 43.9
Improved 43 spots from last year
-14.3 below state avg
267 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
The Phoenix School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
Carlton School
1.0 mi
|
#470 of 825
|
Score: 45.5
Dropped 49 spots from last year
-12.7 below state avg
249 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
3 schools
B-
Collins Middle School
0.6 mi
|
#203 of 352
|
Score: 40.3
Improved 76 spots from last year
-17.9 below state avg
753 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Village School
1.7 mi
|
#265 of 825
|
Score: 51.8
Dropped 76 spots from last year
-6.4 below state avg
480 students
Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 04-06
A-
Marblehead Veterans Middle School
2.1 mi
|
#88 of 352
|
Score: 50.8
Dropped 35 spots from last year
-7.4 below state avg
347 students
Moderate
Grades 07-08
High Schools
3 schools
B+
Salem Academy Charter School
0.4 mi
|
#141 of 346
|
Score: 57.0
Improved 95 spots from last year
-1.2 below state avg
477 students
Diverse
10 sports
• 568 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
B+
Salem High School
1.2 mi
|
#124 of 346
|
Score: 58.3
Dropped 4 spots from last year
+0.1 above state avg
960 students
Diverse
18 sports
• 1,080 athletes
Early College Program
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
Bishop Fenwick High School
1.8 mi
17 sports
• 1,390 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood
257 Washington St # 04, 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
Sep 5, 2026 3:05 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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