Rare oversized owner-occupant opportunity in Salem—properties offering this level of space, flexibility, and income potential are hard to find. This well-maintained two-family sits directly across from a 100-acre arboretum—serene views, quiet living, easy access to downtown dining and shops. It lives like a single-family with built-in income. The expansive upper unit features a flexible layout with multiple living areas and generously sized bedrooms, ideal for everyday living or long-term appreciation. The first-floor unit generates $3,100/month with upside based on current market rents. Highlights: six off-street parking spaces, fenced yard, garage storage, and high-efficiency heating and cooling. Solar panels provide significant energy savings—owner’s unit averages $0/month in electricity. Lower unit has shown strong fall seasonal demand (buyer to verify regulations). Garage offers ADU potential (buyer to verify). Less than a mile to Salem’s T-station, schools, and the ocean.
Exceptional opportunity for an investor, owner occupant, or for extended family living in this oversized 2-family property in North Salem with 3 levels of living. Unit 1 offers a large eat-in-kitchen, 3 bedrooms, living room and full bath. Unit 2 with two levels, offers townhouse-style living. Entering the from back deck, you’ll enter into the cathedral ceiling sitting area with pellet stove and into the nicely appointed kitchen then dining room. This level also has a large primary bedroom, second bedroom and remodeled bathroom with walk-in shower. The top floor has an ample family, a third bedroom, full bath and abundant storage. A separate ground level laundry room gives the convenience of in building laundry without going into a basement. Level, fenced backyard.The many recent updates include: Solar, heat pumps for central heating and cooling, basement windows, and more. Ask for the feature sheet. In close proximity to downtown restaurants, shops, attractions & commuter rail.
MLS PIN #72656546
Jun 17, 2020
Sold
$605,000
$192/sq ft
May 29, 2020
Pending
—
May 18, 2020
Contingent
—
May 14, 2020
Listed
$569,000
$181/sq ft
+32
Rare find! North Salem two-family just a short walk to the commuter rail, shopping, and the tourist sites but off the beaten path. First level rental is in updated condition and well maintained. Two-level owners unit has a custom renovated kitchen with SS appliances, recessed lighting, and pallet stove. The dining room is open to the third level family room. There are multiple double wide closets, custom built-ins, and laminate hardwood floors throughout the owners unit. Outside there's a maintenance free deck leading to the first floor; and a multi-level/maintenance free staircase to the second. Vinyl siding and replacement windows. A separate laundry room accessed from the exterior with two-washers and two-dryers. Full, dry, basement with a workshop, accessed from the bulkhead. 6-car off-street parking. Offers due by Monday May 18 at 5:00pm with a 24 hour response time, thank you.
Public Records
Jan 1, 1977
Sold
$47,500
$15/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,055 (−0.1%)
$184,300 + $459,600
$643,900
2022
$8,065 (+5.5%)
$178,100 + $430,600
$608,700
2021
$7,641 (+3.3%)
$165,800 + $387,900
$553,700
2020
$7,396 (+1.0%)
$156,600 + $355,200
$511,800
2019
$7,320 (+8.3%)
$148,600 + $336,200
$484,800
2018
$6,760 (+7.0%)
$141,300 + $298,200
$439,500
2017
$6,319 (+2.7%)
$119,200 + $279,200
$398,400
2016
$6,155 (+6.2%)
$113,600 + $279,200
$392,800
2015
$5,794 (+12.5%)
$104,400 + $248,700
$353,100
2014
$5,151 (+4.6%)
$104,400 + $203,500
$307,900
2013
$4,924 (+2.3%)
$104,400 + $196,200
$300,600
2012
$4,814 (−0.8%)
$111,800 + $196,200
$308,000
2011
$4,855 (+0.2%)
$111,800 + $210,800
$322,600
2010
$4,845 (−0.6%)
$116,700 + $229,100
$345,800
2009
$4,876
$122,900 + $254,500
$377,400
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
2
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,098 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,145
Year built
1870
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Essex County
APN
2133203
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
R2
Residential Two-Family District
For the purposes of promoting the more efficient use of land in harmony with its natural features and with the general intent of the Zoning Ordinance and to protect and promote the health, safety, convenience and general welfare of the inhabitants of the City, an owner or owners of a tract of land situated within the R1 One-Family Residential Districts, RC Residential Conservation Districts, R2 Two-Family Residential Districts and R3 Multifamily Residential Districts or a duly authorized agency thereof may, in connection with the submission of a subdivision plan for Planning Board approval under the Subdivision Control Law or, if no such approval is required, after consultation with the Planning Board, make application to the Planning Board for a special permit excepting his plan from the lot area and frontage requirement
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Public service
Museum / gallery
Golf related
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Open Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,145
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1870
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2133203
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Bates
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
7/10
Collins Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
6/10
Salem Prep High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
Salem High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
77% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Salem, MA • 01970
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Feb
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Apr
May
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Jul
Aug
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Oct
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Dec
Sun exposure
77/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Salem. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.9 hrs
4.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$919,000 – $1.11M
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