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Off Market Dec 2020 for $827K

$1,101,978

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2,604

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24 Buffum St, Salem, MA 01970

About this home

One of Salem's finest examples of Victorian architecture, 24 Buffum Street offers a wonderful combination of stately elegance and comfortable living. This property was built for the family of a renowned furniture maker from England and left a legacy in Salem's history.This exquisite home features beautifully appointed rooms, high ceilings, curved wall, formal living and dining rooms, butler's pantry, designer kitchen, fireplaces, fenced yard, 4 bedrooms, walk-in dressing room and laundry, 2.5 baths, beautiful staircases, family room, private, fenced back yard, Third floor features 700 sq feet of unobstructed. unfinished space with cathedral ceilings .This area would be ideal for a master suite, home office or great room. Conveniently located close to the MBTA, downtown Salem, restaurants, boutique shopping, yet easy access to highways as well. Enjoy the Metropolitan lifestyle of Salem in a serene and quiet tree lined street. See video.

Single-familyProperty Type

1890Year Built

4,007 sq ftLot Size

$423Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Merry Fox Team • MerryFox Realty

Bought with Team Lillian Montalto • Lillian Montalto Signature Properties

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•Source:MLS PIN #72753360

Redfin Estimate

$1,101,978

$275K since sold in December 2020$22K since August

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This home's estimate is 14.9% higher than the average sale price ($959K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 1, 2026
$775,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths1,782 sq ft
10 Highland St, Peabody, MA 01960
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$1,375,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths3,417 sq ft
20 Winter St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$869,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths1,845 sq ft
7 1/2 Pleasant St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$895,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,200 sq ft
59 Summer St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$690,000
E
4 beds3 baths1,786 sq ft
28 Grove St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$1,150,000
F
4 beds2 baths2,326 sq ft
10 Turner St, Salem, MA 01970

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Market trends in 01970, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.3%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$625K

$5K MoM

Avg. days on market

22d

1 days MoM

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151

6 MoM

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$469,900
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16 Franklin St #1302, Salem, MA 01970
$399,900
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$649,900
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43 Bridge #1, Salem, MA 01970
$645,000
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Sale history for 24 Buffum St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72753360

Dec 18, 2020

Sold

$827,000

$318/sq ft

Nov 11, 2020

Contingent

—

Nov 5, 2020

Listed

$789,000

$303/sq ft

MLS PIN #72251103

Dec 21, 2017

Sold

$593,000

$228/sq ft

Nov 10, 2017

Pending

—

Nov 2, 2017

Listed

$545,000

$209/sq ft

+25

Exquisite Colonial Revival home in beautiful neighborhood in walking distance to train and downtown Salem. Home features covered front porch, stunning period detail and wood floors, welcoming foyer, office, fireplaced living room with pocket doors to dining room with window seat and built-in china closet, butler's pantry leads to sunny, granite/stainless steel kitchen, four bedrooms, 2.5 baths, master suite, partially finished basement, laundry room, backyard and parking. Museums, restaurants, beaches, harbor and ferry to Boston add to the lifestyle in historic Salem. First showings at Open Houses, 11/4 &11/5, 12-1:30. Offer deadline 11/7 at noon, email to listing agent.

MLS PIN #71675499

Aug 6, 2014

Sold

$512,000

$197/sq ft

May 13, 2014

Contingent

—

May 5, 2014

Listed

$499,000

$192/sq ft

+19

This Stately Colonial Revival Residence features stunning original detail throughout, fireplaced living room opens to elegant dining room with built in china closet, butlers pantry, designer kitchen with granite and stainless steel appliances four bedrooms, master suite, home office, beautiful baths, screen porch and parking. Walk to the Train to Boston, Museums, shopping, restaurants and an exciting Urban Lifestyle.

MLS PIN #71436468

Dec 14, 2012

Sold

$462,500

$178/sq ft

Oct 25, 2012

Contingent

—

Sep 18, 2012

Listed

$469,900

$180/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 8, 2009

Sold

$430,000

$165/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 25, 2005

Sold

$365,000

$140/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,374 (+4.7%)

$175,500 + $573,800

$749,300

2022

$8,956 (+9.7%)

$169,600 + $506,300

$675,900

2021

$8,164 (+2.8%)

$157,900 + $433,700

$591,600

2020

$7,942 (+3.3%)

$149,200 + $400,400

$549,600

2019

$7,686 (+3.0%)

$141,600 + $367,400

$509,000

2018

$7,462 (+4.0%)

$134,500 + $350,700

$485,200

2017

$7,173 (+2.4%)

$113,500 + $338,800

$452,300

2016

$7,004 (+5.0%)

$108,200 + $338,800

$447,000

2015

$6,672 (+4.5%)

$99,400 + $307,200

$406,600

2014

$6,384 (+13.3%)

$99,400 + $282,200

$381,600

2013

$5,635 (−0.2%)

$99,400 + $244,600

$344,000

2012

$5,644 (+3.8%)

$106,500 + $254,600

$361,100

2011

$5,435 (+9.1%)

$106,500 + $254,600

$361,100

2010

$4,981 (+6.7%)

$111,100 + $244,400

$355,500

2009

$4,669

$117,000 + $244,400

$361,400

Tax history for 24 Buffum St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,374 (+4.7%)

$175,500 + $573,800

$749,300

2022

$8,956 (+9.7%)

$169,600 + $506,300

$675,900

2021

$8,164 (+2.8%)

$157,900 + $433,700

$591,600

2020

$7,942 (+3.3%)

$149,200 + $400,400

$549,600

2019

$7,686 (+3.0%)

$141,600 + $367,400

$509,000

2018

$7,462 (+4.0%)

$134,500 + $350,700

$485,200

2017

$7,173 (+2.4%)

$113,500 + $338,800

$452,300

2016

$7,004 (+5.0%)

$108,200 + $338,800

$447,000

2015

$6,672 (+4.5%)

$99,400 + $307,200

$406,600

2014

$6,384 (+13.3%)

$99,400 + $282,200

$381,600

2013

$5,635 (−0.2%)

$99,400 + $244,600

$344,000

2012

$5,644 (+3.8%)

$106,500 + $254,600

$361,100

2011

$5,435 (+9.1%)

$106,500 + $254,600

$361,100

2010

$4,981 (+6.7%)

$111,100 + $244,400

$355,500

2009

$4,669

$117,000 + $244,400

$361,400

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

3,920 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,086

Year built

1890

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

2132494

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.

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 Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 266
Length: 19
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 285
Length: 19
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 140
Length: 14
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 100
Length: 10
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 70
Length: 10
Width: 7
Level: First

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 54
Length: 9
Width: 6
Level: Second

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second

Living Room Information
Area: 266
Length: 19
Width: 14
Level: Main,First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Dining Room Information
Area: 210
Length: 15
Width: 14
Level: Main,First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Balcony - Exterior,Attic Access,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access,Crown Molding

Kitchen Information
Area: 195
Length: 15
Width: 13
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances

Office Room Information
Area: 104
Length: 13
Width: 8
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Radon Remediation System

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Master Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Home Office, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,604
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: White

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Exterior Features: Porch, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,942
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas

Location

Location Information
Directions: North Street (Rt. 114) to Mason Street to Buffum
UnparsedAddress: 24 Buffum St, Salem MA 01970

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,086
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,920 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2132494

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Bates

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

7/10

Collins Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi

6/10

Salem Prep High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi

Salem High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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

72% 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

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.05M – $1.27M

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Home values near 24 Buffum St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
9 Buffum Street, Salem, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2795 Sq. Ft.	$721,479
15 Buffum Street, Salem, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2441 Sq. Ft.	$958,407

Address	Redfin Estimate
11 Buffum Street, Salem, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3150 Sq. Ft.	$1,009,014
17 Buffum Street, Salem, MA 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3313 Sq. Ft.	$918,996

Address	Redfin Estimate
13 Buffum Street, Salem, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1793 Sq. Ft.	$692,147
19 Buffum Street, Salem, MA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2809 Sq. Ft.	$798,655

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