Dimensions8 x 6
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood
LevelSecond
281 Essex Street # 201, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970 • Downtown
$550,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$579,900
Final Sale Price:
$550,000
Difference:
$29,900 (-5.2%)
Performance Metrics
94.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
73
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$467
Sale $/sq ft:
$443
This property sold for $443 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 5.2% below the original asking price.
The property spent 73 days on market before selling.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 49 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$443/sq ft
Area Median
$466/sq ft
Difference
4.9%
This property sold near the area median for similar homes.
About this home
Price improvement !Experience the ULTIMATE in downtown Salem living with this stunning 2 bed, 2 bath LOFT at Latitude Condos. Soaring 12+ ft ceilings, exposed brick, original maple floors, and expansive windows fill the space with character and natural light. The open layout includes a gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, GAS range, and island, plus in-unit laundry and central air for comfort year-round. The primary suite offers a private bath and generous closet space, while the second bedroom provides flexibility for guests, a home office, or creative studio. Enjoy elevator access, basement storage, and a parking pass for the Museum Place/Peabody Essex garage—all included in the affordable condo fee. This pet-friendly building is just steps to Salem’s vibrant downtown, Salem Common, Pickering Wharf, shops, restaurants, and only 2 blocks from the commuter rail with easy access to Boston by train or ferry.
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Property History
Market Insights
49%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Sold
Dec 5, 2025
Property sold
Listed for Sale
Aug 21, 2025
$569,000
Original listing
Office: Atlantic Coast Homes,Inc
Previous Transaction - MLS #70705591
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jun 19, 2008
$290,000
MLS #70705591
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/05/2025 | ✓ Sold | - | - | - | Property sold |
| 08/21/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $569,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 06/19/2008 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $290,000 | - | - | MLS #70705591 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,792 | $498,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$5,792
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$468
Monthly
Assessed Value
$498,000
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1900
Living Area
1,241 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Electric
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
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
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$5,792
Assessed Value
$498,000
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$468 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
19
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["High-Rise"]
Unit/Building
201
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
Rules & Regs, Association Financial Statements (2)
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
52 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,241 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
2
Main Level Bedrooms
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,241 sq ft above grade
0 sq ft below grade
Dimensions13 x 12
FeaturesCathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood
LevelSecond
Dimensions10 x 6
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood
LevelMain,Second
Dimensions18 x 12
FeaturesCathedral Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Wood, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan
LevelMain,Second
Dimensions18 x 9
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Stainless Steel Appliances
LevelMain,Second
Dimensions23 x 15
FeaturesCathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan
LevelMain,Second
Dimensions20 x 10
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood
LevelMain,Second
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
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:
Wood
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
Second Floor, In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1900
Structure Type:
High-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Electric
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air
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
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
9 schools
The Phoenix School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
The Greenhouse School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Saltonstall School
0.6 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-
Carlton School
0.8 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
1.0 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
1.0 mi
107 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
B+
Bates School
1.1 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
1.1 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
1.2 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
Middle Schools
1 school
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
High Schools
2 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
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
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Neighborhood
Downtown
281 Essex Street # 201, Salem MA 01970
Salem, MA 01970
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Jennifer Crowe
Listing Office
Atlantic Coast Homes,Inc
Office Phone
978-777-4444
Agent MLS ID
C8000685
Office MLS ID
AC1991
Listing Data Updated
Dec 8, 2025 7:43 AM EST
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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