129 Essex St # 8, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

$737,000

2

Beds

1.5

Baths

1,242

Sq Ft

$593

Price/Sq Ft

1900

Year Built

1

Parking

Condominium

Type

107

Days on Market

Sold Listed Mar 12, 2026 • MLS# 73485956 Copied! • Updated Aug 26, 2026

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview

Original List Price: $739,900

                            Final Sale Price:
                            $737,000
                        

Difference: $2,900 (-0.4%)

Performance Metrics

99.6%

List to Sale Ratio

Sold below asking price

107

Days on Market

Extended listing

Price per Square Foot Analysis

Original $/sq ft: $596

                            Sale $/sq ft:
                            $593
                        

This property sold for $593 per square foot

Sale Summary

This property sold for 0.4% below the original asking price.

At 107 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 49 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property

$593/sq ft

Area Median

$476/sq ft

Difference

+24.5%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

About this home

Located in the heart of downtown Salem, this renovated Samuel McIntire penthouse is full of historic character in a PRIME location. The bright living area features soaring ceilings, oversized windows, & hardwood floors that fill the space with natural light & create an open, inviting feel. The updated kitchen offers granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, sleek cabinetry, & a tile backsplash, providing both function and contemporary style for everyday living and entertaining. A spacious full bath features a double vanity with stone countertops & modern finishes. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry, generous storage, & a flexible layout that suits a variety of living needs. Set in a vibrant downtown location, you’ll enjoy easy access to Salem’s renowned restaurants, local shops, waterfront parks, museums, & the commuter rail for convenient travel into Boston. Experience the charm, history, and energy of Salem with the Peabody Essex Museum as your neighbor!

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Property History

Market Insights

46.9%

Price Range

75

Total Days on Market

1

Previous Sales

Property Timeline

✓

Sold

Aug 26, 2026

$737,000

Property sold

Days on Market: 75

🏠

Listed for Sale

Mar 12, 2026

$739,900

Original listing

Agent: Laura Cohron Office: Fiv Realty Co.

🏠

Listed for Sale

Mar 12, 2026

$739,900

Original listing

Office: Fiv Realty Co.

Previous Transaction - MLS #70168409

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🏷️

Previously Sold

Jul 25, 2005

$393,000

MLS #70168409

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Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
08/26/2026	✓ Sold	$737,000	-	-	Property sold
03/12/2026	🏠 Listed for Sale	$739,900	-	-	Original listing
03/12/2026	🏠 Listed for Sale	$739,900	-	-	Original listing
07/25/2005	🏷️ Previously Sold	$393,000	-	-	MLS #70168409

Tax History

Year	Taxes	Assessment
2025	$7,094	$625,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax

$7,094

Tax Year 2025

HOA Fee

$361

Monthly

Assessed Value

$625,600

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Condominium

Year Built 1900

Living Area 1,242 sq ft

Stories 3

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 1

Half Baths 1

Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Central, Heat Pump, Electric

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood

Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Fireplace None

Basement Y

Laundry Second Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Office, Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

Construction Frame, Brick

Architecture None

Roof Shingle

Features Porch, Patio, Garden, Rain Gutters

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing None

Patio/Porch Porch, Patio

Parking

Features Off Street, Assigned

Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric 150 Amp Service

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $7,094

Assessed Value $625,600

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $361 Monthly

Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds

Amenities Storage, Garden Area

Optional Fee Includes None

Pets Yes w/ Restrictions

MA Disclosures

Lead Paint Unknown

Seller Disclosures Sump Pump And Radon Remediation System In Basement. Pets Welcome, Must Be Approved By Association. Parking Space Letter I For Exclusive Use Of Unit 8.

Exclusions Please See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet Attached In Mls

Additional Details

Possession None

Accepted Financing None

Structure Type ["Townhouse","Mid-Rise"]

Unit/Building 8

Sq Ft Source Public Record

Sq Ft Disclosures Room measurements are approximate.

Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Floor Plans, Association Financial Statements, Certificate Of Insurance (6)

County Essex

Total market time (incl. prior listings) 75 days

Property Overview

Property Type

Condominium

Listing Type

Sold

Year Built

1900

Bedrooms

2

Full Bathrooms

1

Half Bathrooms

1

Living Area

1,242 sq ft

Total Rooms

5

Stories

3

Entry Level

3

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood

Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Office, Internet Available - Unknown

Windows:

Basement: Y

Laundry: Second Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900

Effective Year (Renovated): 1984

Structure Type: Townhouse, Mid-Rise

Exterior Materials: Frame, Brick

Roof: Shingle

Foundation:

Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Heat Pump, Electric

Heating Zones: 1

Cooling: Central Air

Cooling Zones: 1

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Garden, Rain Gutters

Patio & Porch: Porch, Patio

Fencing:

Other Structures:

Lot Features:

Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1

Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned

Nearby Schools

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Neighborhood

129 Essex St # 8, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

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