96 Derby Street # 1, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970
$230,000
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
971
Sq Ft
$237
Price/Sq Ft
0.00
Acres
1805
Year Built
35
Days on Market
Sold Listed Feb 8, 2007 • MLS# 70523338 Copied! • Updated Apr 1, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $240,000
Final Sale Price: $230,000
Difference: $10,000 (-4.2%)
Performance Metrics
95.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
35
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $247
Sale $/sq ft: $237
This property sold for $237 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 4.2% below the original asking price.

The property spent 35 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 12 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$237/sq ft
Area Median
$498/sq ft
Difference
52.4%

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

About this home

Located in the midst of Salem’s historic Derby Wharf area, this 2 bedroom 1 and 1/2 bath condominium has much to offer! Spacious light filled rooms, beautifully finished wood floors and high ceilings. Enter through your own private entrance and enjoy a short walk to the train, ferry, restaurants, shops and harbor. Plenty of storage,california style master closet, security system peeks of the harbor and pet friendly are just a few of the extras.

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Property History

Market Insights

99.2%
Price Range
36
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73581503
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Sep 23, 2026
$3,000
MLS #73581503 - Active
Current Active Listing - MLS #73494515
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Apr 1, 2026
$379,000
MLS #73494515 - Active
Sold
May 4, 2007
$230,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 36
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Listed for Sale
Feb 8, 2007
$240,000
Original listing
Agent: Susan C. Olson Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Salem

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2007 $2,599 $241,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,599
Tax Year 2007
HOA Fee
$149
Per month
Assessed Value
$241,300

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1805
Living Area 971 sq ft
Lot Size 0.0000
Stories 2
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features On Street
Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public, City/town Water
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $2,599
Assessed Value $241,300

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $149
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure
Amenities Laundry
Optional Fee Includes None
Pets Yes
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Garden"]
Unit/Building 1
Sq Ft Source Field Card
Documents Unit Deed (1)
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 36 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1805
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
971 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
2
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Basement: Y
Laundry:
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1805
Structure Type: Garden
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, 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

Parking Features: On Street
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
1.6 mi
Grades PK-08
The Greenhouse School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Bentley Academy Innovation School
0.2 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
0.2 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
1.1 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
1.5 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
2.0 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
2.2 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
M

Middle Schools

1 school
B-
Collins Middle School
1.5 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
0.8 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
2.1 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

96 Derby Street # 1, Salem MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

Listing Information

Listing Agent Susan C. Olson
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Salem
Office Phone 978-741-4404
Agent MLS ID C0002950
Office MLS ID C99300
Listing Data Updated Apr 1, 2025 2:04 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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