42 Essex St # 1, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970 • Salem Neck
$425,000
2
Beds
1
Baths
910
Sq Ft
$467
Price/Sq Ft
1840
Year Built
1
Parking
17
Days on Market
Sold Listed Jul 16, 2026 • MLS# 73550840 Copied! • Updated Aug 20, 2026

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $425,000
Final Sale Price: $425,000
Difference: +$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
17
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $467
Sale $/sq ft: $467
This property sold for $467 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold exactly at the asking price.

With only 17 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 28 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$467/sq ft
Area Median
$472/sq ft
Difference
1.0%

This property sold near the area median for similar homes.

About this home

Prime Location! Beautiful 2 bed condo 1/3 of a mile from Salem Common, Collins Cove Beach and Historic Downtown. Just .6 of a mile from the commuter rail. Just like Salem itself this unit is filled with charm and character. Open concept kitchen and living room featuring beamed ceilings. Kitchen offers granite countertops, ss appliances and bar seating. Living room has luxury vinyl flooring and plenty of windows. Spacious master bedroom with beamed ceiling and full closet. Second bedroom with full closet. Full bathtub with tiled walls, extra large vanity with granite countertop and tile flooring. Hallway also has a full closet for extra storage. Open concept kitchen abuts back entry area which includes closeted 2021 washer and dryer. Common deck to enjoy off kitchen. Separate entry basement with unit storage areas and shared laundry if needed. 1 assigned parking space, 1 guest parking space for all to share. Nothing to do but move in and enjoy! Open House Saturday 7/18 10:30-12.

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Property History

Market Insights

19
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

✓
Sold
Aug 20, 2026
$425,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 19
📋
Status: Active under contract
Jul 21, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
⏳
Pending Sale
Jul 20, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
👁️
Showing Instructions Updated
Jul 17, 2026
New showing requirements
🏠
Listed for Sale
Jul 16, 2026
$425,000
Original listing
Agent: Donna Fiandaca Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Lynnfield
🏠
Listed for Sale
Jul 16, 2026
$425,000
Original listing
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Lynnfield

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $4,576 $424,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,576
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$308
Monthly
Assessed Value
$424,500

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1840
Living Area 910 sq ft
Stories 1
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Tile
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry In Unit, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Post & Beam
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Deck, Deck - Wood
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck, Deck - Wood
Features Off Street, Assigned
Total Spaces 1
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $4,576
Assessed Value $424,500

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $308 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 5
Pets Yes
Lead Paint Yes
Seller Disclosures Condo Assoc Also Includes Common Laundry In Basement. Room Measurements Are Approximate. Condo Association Includes 6 Units In 2 Separate Buildings.
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type ["2/3 Family"]
Unit/Building 1
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs (3)
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 19 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1840
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
910 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Unit, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1840
Effective Year (Renovated): 1980
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Post & Beam
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Wood
Patio & Porch: Deck, Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned
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
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
The Greenhouse School
1.9 mi
Grades PK-08
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
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
C+
Saltonstall School
0.8 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
1.7 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
1.8 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
1.2 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
H

High Schools

2 schools
B+
Salem Academy Charter School
0.5 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
1.8 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

Salem Neck

42 Essex St # 1, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

Listing Information

Listing Agent Donna Fiandaca
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Lynnfield
Office Phone 781-334-5700
Agent MLS ID C9501008
Office MLS ID AN6219
Listing Data Updated Aug 20, 2026 5:19 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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