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281 Essex St # 206, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970
$550,000
Est. $3,800/month
2
Beds
2
Baths
972
Sq Ft
$566
Price/Sq Ft
0.17
Acres
1900
Year Built
8 hours 2 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed Jun 18, 2026 • MLS# 73537898 Copied!

About this home

Situated just a stone's throw from countless award winning restaurants, a bustling wharf, assorted eclectic shops, and neighborhoods steeped in historic charm, this chic industrial loft in downtown Salem puts you at the heart of a vibrant city. Enter this 2 bedroom condo to find exposed brick walls, wooden beams, 12+ foot ceilings, and original maple hardwood floors. With its massive windows, this second floor corner unit provides fabulous city views. The floor plan offers optimal privacy with an en suite bedroom on either side of the open concept kitchen/living room that is perfect for hosting. The recently renovated kitchen features redesigned cabinetry, a stylish tile backsplash, a designer faucet, a stone-baked pizza range, and a French door refrigerator. Also included are convenient in-unit laundry, a dedicated storage unit, and a yearly garage parking space. Just 0.2 miles from the Commuter Rail, this condo is a commuter's dream.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner PLUS SEVEN LLC
Mailing Address PLUS SEVEN LLC, BOSTON, MA, 02205-5071

Land Use

Use Code 327
Description N/A
Zoning B5
Style Condo Retail

Tax Information

Assessed Value $295,300

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $295,300 $295,300

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Sep 1, 2023 $535,000 41744/587
Oct 21, 2022 $900,000 41260/55
Sep 14, 2022 $440,000 41188/443
Mar 7, 2022 $504,000 40772/387
Nov 17, 2021 $365,000 40493/123
Jun 28, 2021 $375,000 40027/262
Feb 23, 2021 $375,000 39562/218
Dec 20, 2019 $442,500 38134/109
May 30, 2019 $330,000 37546/564
Oct 12, 2018 $272,000 37076/247

Building Permit History

No building permits on record since 2023.

Data: Town of Salem

Municipal Context: SALEM

Property Data Comparison

Discrepancies found between MLS and assessor records.

Field Assessor MLS Match
Sqft 1,145 972
Year built 1,900 1,900
Match: geocode_proximity (88.6% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
972 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Open House Schedule

18
Jun
Thursday, June 18
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM EDT
20
Jun
Saturday, June 20
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EDT
21
Jun
Sunday, June 21
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 972 sq ft
Lot Size 0.17 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling Central Air, Heat Pump
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Washer, Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Range
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Second Floor, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Common
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $4,792
Assessed Value $444,500

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Range
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: Second Floor, In Unit
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Effective Year (Renovated): 2008
Structure Type: Garden, Loft
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached, Common

Location

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Neighborhood

281 Essex St # 206, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

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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
E

Elementary Schools

9 schools
The Phoenix School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
The Greenhouse School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
Saltonstall School
0.6 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
0.8 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
B+
Bates School
1.0 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
C-
Horace Mann Laboratory School
1.2 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
Witchcraft Heights School
1.2 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
M

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
H

High Schools

2 schools
B+
Salem Academy Charter School
0.7 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
1.3 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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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Jun 18, 2026
$550,000
Original listing
Agent: Kim Highfield Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Weston
Previous Transaction - MLS #73382106
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jul 29, 2025
$525,000
MLS #73382106

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 18, 2026 New Listing Added $550,000
Jul 29, 2025 Sold $525,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
8 hours 2 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$566

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $4,792 $444,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,792
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$420
Monthly
Assessed Value
$444,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent Kim Highfield
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Weston
Agent MLS ID CN223095
Office MLS ID AN6231
Listing Data Updated Jun 18, 2026 3:30 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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