96 Washington Square East # 2, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970
$487,776
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,742
Sq Ft
$280
Price/Sq Ft
0.20
Acres
1815
Year Built
2
Parking
Condominium
Type
104
Days on Market
Sold Listed Jan 25, 2005 • MLS# 70138512 Copied! • Updated Mar 31, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $529,900
Final Sale Price: $487,776
Difference: $42,124 (-7.9%)
Performance Metrics
92.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
104
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $304
Sale $/sq ft: $280
This property sold for $280 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 7.9% below the original asking price.

At 104 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 42 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$280/sq ft
Area Median
$468/sq ft
Difference
40.1%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

Pristine Greek Revival in sought-after location. Exquisite restoration now underway in this 2/3 bedroom, 2 bath residence features five fireplaces, flexible plan offers two master suite options, dramatic detail and oversized windows, and off-street parking, new luxury kitchen and baths. Overlooking Salem Common and just a short walk to town and train! Purchase now and select your colors.A Thomas Mannetta restoration

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Property History

Market Insights

38.6%
Price Range
105
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73492056
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Apr 30, 2026
$795,000
MLS #73492056
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Sold
Jun 30, 2005
$487,776
Property sold
Days on Market: 105
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Listed for Sale
Jan 25, 2005
$499,900
Original listing
Agent: Paul Herrick Office: Keller Williams Realty Evolution

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2005 $0 $0

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$0
Tax Year 2005
HOA Fee
$0
Per month
Assessed Value
$0

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1815
Living Area 1,742 sq ft
Lot Size 0.20 acres
Stories 1
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Tile, Other
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace Dining Room, Living Room
Fireplaces 5
Basement Y
Laundry Second Floor
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Porch
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch
Features Off Street
Total Spaces 2
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public, City/town Water, City/town Sewer
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax 0.00
Assessed Value 0.00

HOA & Community

Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Yes
Seller Disclosures Taxes/condo Fee Tbd. Fireplaces Are Aesthetic Only.
Exclusions Seller Is A Licensed Re Broker.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Garden"]
Unit/Building 2
Sq Ft Source Unit Floor Plan
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 105 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1815
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,742 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Other
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: Second Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1815
Structure Type: Garden
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water, City/Town Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 5
Fireplace Type: Dining Room, Living Room
Community Amenities: Park, Walk/Jog Trails
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

3 schools
B-
Carlton School
0.5 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
C+
Bentley Academy Innovation School
0.5 mi | #531 of 825 | Score: 43.7
Improved 180 spots from last year
-14.5 below state avg
277 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-05
Salem Early Childhood School
0.5 mi
107 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
B-
Collins Middle School
1.1 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
1.9 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
B+
Marblehead Community Charter Public School
2.1 mi | #109 of 352 | Score: 48.5
Improved 100 spots from last year
-9.7 below state avg
226 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades 04-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
B+
Salem Academy Charter School
0.6 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
Bishop Fenwick High School
1.7 mi
17 sports • 1,390 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
B+
Salem High School
1.8 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
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Neighborhood

96 Washington Square East # 2, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

Listing Information

Listing Agent Paul Herrick
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Office Phone 978-927-8700
Agent MLS ID C0540112
Office MLS ID C95098
Listing Data Updated Mar 31, 2025 9:06 PM 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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