69 Essex # 2, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970
$219,000
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,025
Sq Ft
$214
Price/Sq Ft
1850
Year Built
2
Parking
Condominium
Type
194
Days on Market
Sold Listed Jul 6, 2009 • MLS# 70943070 Copied! • Updated Apr 1, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $239,000
Final Sale Price: $219,000
Difference: $20,000 (-8.4%)
Performance Metrics
91.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
194
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $233
Sale $/sq ft: $214
This property sold for $214 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 8.4% below the original asking price.

At 194 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 33 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$214/sq ft
Area Median
$467/sq ft
Difference
54.2%

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

About this home

Sit on your huge deck and overlook the National Park land of the Historic Derby House. Great location at a great price. Separate entrance, two private decks, large masterbedroom, laundry in unit, new heating system ready for a/c, hardwood flooring. Located at the corner of the Salem Common, you can walk to everything Salem offers: restaurants, waterfront, train, ferry, etc. Come take a look for yourself.

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Property History

Market Insights

51.9%
Price Range
195
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73451151
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Previously Sold
Mar 19, 2026
$455,000
MLS #73451151
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Sold
Mar 5, 2010
$219,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 195
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Listed for Sale
Jul 6, 2009
$219,000
Original listing
Agent: Merry Fox Team Office: MerryFox Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2009 $2,495 $193,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,495
Tax Year 2009
HOA Fee
$199
Per month
Assessed Value
$193,100

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1850
Living Area 1,025 sq ft
Stories 1
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Concrete
Appliances Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Second Floor
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Shingle, Rubber
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features Off Street, Deeded
Total Spaces 2
Electric None
Water Public, City/town Water
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $2,495
Assessed Value $193,100

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $199
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 2
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures Subject To Third Party Approval. Possibe Assessment For New Roof Under Deck.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Garden"]
Unit/Building 2
Sq Ft Source Field Card
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 195 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1850
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,025 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Concrete
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: Second Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1850
Structure Type: Garden
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street, Deeded
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
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
The Greenhouse School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Bentley Academy Innovation School
0.6 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
0.6 mi
107 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
B-
Carlton School
0.7 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+
Saltonstall School
0.7 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
B+
Bates School
1.3 mi | #319 of 825 | Score: 50.0
Improved 260 spots from last year
-8.2 below state avg
415 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
C
Horace Mann Laboratory School
1.6 mi | #654 of 825 | Score: 38.1
Improved 67 spots from last year
-20.1 below state avg
320 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
B
Witchcraft Heights School
1.7 mi | #340 of 825 | Score: 49.4
Improved 210 spots from last year
-8.8 below state avg
465 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

1 school
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
H

High Schools

2 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
1.7 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

69 Essex # 2, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

Listing Information

Listing Agent Merry Fox Team
Listing Office MerryFox Realty
Office Phone 978-808-8064
Agent MLS ID TEAM0226
Office MLS ID C95279
Listing Data Updated Apr 1, 2025 8:26 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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