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Off Market Sep 2022 for $601K

$692,931

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $657/mo

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1,520

sq ft

3 Francis Rd, Salem, MA 01970

About this home

Just outside the heart of historic Salem, offering convenient access to shops, restaurants, beaches, commuter rail & highways, Francis Road is a serene escape from the hustle & bustle. This charming, updated 3 bedroom home welcomes you with a flexible floor plan spread over 2 levels. Enjoy the easy flow through the sun-filled living room into the large eat-in kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances & updated flooring into the 3 season room of comfort & breeze continuing onto the patio in the fenced in yard - The perfect setting for relaxation and/or hosting family & friends! All bedrooms have hardwood flooring and 2 offer great closet space! Bring your ideas for the finished lower level! Currently used as a recreational room & office nook, this versatile space brings great opportunity - The 3/4 bath is convenient for guest accommodations and/or a nice compliment to a home gym /office - Unfinished space houses utilities and additional storage. First showings at open houses!

Single-familyProperty Type

1957Year Built

5,332 sq ftLot Size

$456Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 spacesParking

Listed by Erin Lane • Bentley's

Bought with Lori Cressy • J. Barrett & Company

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•Source:MLS PIN #73014651

Redfin Estimate

$692,931

$92K since sold in September 2022$4,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 4.5% lower than the average sale price ($726K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 16, 2026
$685,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,725 sq ft
15 Francis Rd, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$675,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,602 sq ft
16 Geneva St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$660,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,224 sq ft
8 Cressey, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$830,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,674 sq ft
9 Phelps St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD APR 21, 2026
$753,500
E
3 beds2 baths1,631 sq ft
7 Gables Cir, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD DEC 30, 2025
$750,000
F
4 beds2 baths1,560 sq ft
25 Calabrese 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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6 MoM

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Sale history for 3 Francis Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73014651

Sep 15, 2022

Sold

$601,000

$395/sq ft

Jul 26, 2022

Contingent

—

Jul 20, 2022

Listed

$549,000

$361/sq ft

MLS PIN #71842322

Jul 27, 2015

Sold

$305,000

$201/sq ft

Jun 1, 2015

Pending

—

May 23, 2015

Listed

$299,999

$197/sq ft

Location!! Single floor living in a great neighborhood and a stone's throw to the commuter rail and public transportation, university, harbor, great Salem restaurants and lots of area amenities. This move-in ready 3 bedroom ranch has been well maintained and VERY nicely updated including: two beautifully tiled bathrooms, hardwood floors, a finished basement featuring a warm family room and side office space and bath, plus a storage and utility area unfinished, spacious yard and off street parking. Showings begin at O.H. 5/31 11-1.

MLS PIN #70305026

Jul 28, 2006

Sold

$264,000

$174/sq ft

Jul 6, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Dec 15, 2005

Listed

$275,000

$181/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$5,611 (+9.2%)

$163,300 + $285,200

$448,500

2022

$5,140 (+0.2%)

$157,300 + $230,600

$387,900

2021

$5,128 (+3.8%)

$157,300 + $214,300

$371,600

2020

$4,942 (+1.8%)

$148,200 + $193,800

$342,000

2019

$4,853 (+2.4%)

$141,000 + $180,400

$321,400

2018

$4,739 (+0.7%)

$134,300 + $173,800

$308,100

2017

$4,707 (+22.2%)

$127,000 + $169,800

$296,800

2016

$3,853 (+5.6%)

$111,900 + $134,000

$245,900

2015

$3,648 (+5.8%)

$102,800 + $119,500

$222,300

2014

$3,448 (+0.7%)

$96,800 + $109,300

$206,100

2013

$3,425 (+2.1%)

$99,800 + $109,300

$209,100

2012

$3,354 (+1.1%)

$105,300 + $109,300

$214,600

2011

$3,319 (+0.8%)

$110,100 + $110,400

$220,500

2010

$3,292 (+6.3%)

$114,900 + $120,100

$235,000

2009

$3,097

$121,000 + $118,700

$239,700

Tax history for 3 Francis Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$5,611 (+9.2%)

$163,300 + $285,200

$448,500

2022

$5,140 (+0.2%)

$157,300 + $230,600

$387,900

2021

$5,128 (+3.8%)

$157,300 + $214,300

$371,600

2020

$4,942 (+1.8%)

$148,200 + $193,800

$342,000

2019

$4,853 (+2.4%)

$141,000 + $180,400

$321,400

2018

$4,739 (+0.7%)

$134,300 + $173,800

$308,100

2017

$4,707 (+22.2%)

$127,000 + $169,800

$296,800

2016

$3,853 (+5.6%)

$111,900 + $134,000

$245,900

2015

$3,648 (+5.8%)

$102,800 + $119,500

$222,300

2014

$3,448 (+0.7%)

$96,800 + $109,300

$206,100

2013

$3,425 (+2.1%)

$99,800 + $109,300

$209,100

2012

$3,354 (+1.1%)

$105,300 + $109,300

$214,600

2011

$3,319 (+0.8%)

$110,100 + $110,400

$220,500

2010

$3,292 (+6.3%)

$114,900 + $120,100

$235,000

2009

$3,097

$121,000 + $118,700

$239,700

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5,227 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,520

Year built

1957

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

2131746

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.

Residential One-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
Public service
Golf related

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem

Interior

Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 3

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Main Level Bathrooms: 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Remodeled,Wainscoting

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Recessed Lighting,Wainscoting

Living Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Recessed Lighting

Kitchen Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Dining Area,Stainless Steel Appliances,Lighting - Overhead

Office Room Information
Level: Basement
Features: Recessed Lighting

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Sump Pump

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Bonus Room, Office

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,520
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Gray

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,140
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: GPS to property
UnparsedAddress: 3 Francis Road, Salem MA 01970

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,520
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,227 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2131746

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Horace Mann Laboratory School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

3/10

Collins Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi

6/10

Salem Prep High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi

Witchcraft Heights Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi

5/10

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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

7/10 Wind Factor

78% 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.

9.1 hrs

4.4 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$659,000 – $797,000

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Home values near 3 Francis Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5 Francis Road, Salem, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 936 Sq. Ft.	$616,865
15 Francis Road, Salem, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1725 Sq. Ft.	$776,838

Address	Redfin Estimate
7 Francis Road, Salem, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 975 Sq. Ft.	$572,343
14 Francis Road, Salem, MA 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2240 Sq. Ft.	$700,133

Address	Redfin Estimate
13 Francis Road, Salem, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1344 Sq. Ft.	$594,226
12 Francis Road, Salem, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1188 Sq. Ft.	$643,618

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