41 Forrester Street # 2, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970
$430,000
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,640
Sq Ft
$163
Price/Sq Ft
1883
Year Built
1
Garage Space
Condominium
Type
89
Days on Market
Sold Listed Sep 6, 2005 • MLS# 70253343 Copied! • Updated Mar 31, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $479,000
Final Sale Price: $430,000
Difference: $49,000 (-10.2%)
Performance Metrics
89.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
89
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $181
Sale $/sq ft: $163
This property sold for $163 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 10.2% below the original asking price.

The property spent 89 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 26 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$163/sq ft
Area Median
$468/sq ft
Difference
65.2%

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

About this home

Built in the late 1800’s, this spectacular townhouse off the Salem Common features wonderful period details throughout, including high ceilings with medallions, original hardwood floors, and beautiful moldings. Stunning new kitchen complete with maple cabinets, imported granite countertops, stainless appliances, and recessed lighting. Gorgeous upper level bathroom comes complete with Infinity whirlpool. Property also features central a/c, in-unit laundry and off street parking with garage!

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Property History

Market Insights

53.5%
Price Range
120
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73581147
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Sep 23, 2026
$924,900
MLS #73581147 - Active
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Sold
Jan 13, 2006
$430,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 120
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Listed for Sale
Sep 6, 2005
$454,900
Original listing
Agent: Kathleen McMath Office: Keller Williams Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2005 $99,999,999 $999,999,999

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$99,999,999
Tax Year 2005
HOA Fee
$250
Per month
Assessed Value
$999,999,999

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1883
Living Area 2,640 sq ft
Stories 2
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 10

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas, Unit Control
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry Flooring - Hardwood, Third Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features Office, Den, Other

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Slate
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Deeded, Off Street
Total Spaces 2
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public, City/town Water, City/town Sewer
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer
Annual Tax $99,999,999
Assessed Value $999,999,999

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $250
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 1
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures Taxes Tbd
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Townhouse"]
Unit/Building 2
Sq Ft Source Unit Floor Plan
Documents Floor Plans (1)
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 120 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1883
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,640 sq ft
Total Rooms
10
Stories
2
Entry Level
2

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Office, Den, Other
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: Flooring - Hardwood, Third Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1883
Effective Year (Renovated): 2005
Structure Type: Townhouse
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Slate
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Unit Control
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water, City/Town Sewer
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: 2
Parking Features: Deeded, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park
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
C+
Bentley Academy Innovation School
0.4 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
0.4 mi
107 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
B-
Carlton School
0.6 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
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
B-
Collins Middle School
1.2 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
1.8 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
2.0 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
1.8 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

41 Forrester Street # 2, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

Listing Information

Listing Agent Kathleen McMath
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty
Office Phone 978-741-1925
Agent MLS ID C9500191
Office MLS ID C95176
Listing Data Updated Mar 31, 2025 10:12 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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