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Off Market May 2019 for $509K

$849,624

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,059/mo

•

2,015

sq ft

38 Balcomb St, Salem, MA 01970

About this home

Calling all buyers and/or investors for this two-family overlooking McGlew park! First floor unit includes two spacious bedrooms with hardwood floors, kitchen, living room and bath. Upstairs unit is two floors. Kitchen has hardwood floors and has been upgraded with granite counters and stainless appliances. Two bedrooms and dining room, full - updated bath and small porch complete the second floor. Upstairs there is a living area with additional bedroom. Two car garage and great yard with access to the park! All of this is close to major routes (Rte 114) and highway (Rte 128)!

Multi-familyProperty Type

1880Year Built

3,920 sq ftLot Size

$422Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Melanie Cosgrove • Bentley's

Bought with Cosgrove-Yeastedt Group • Bentley's

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•Source:MLS PIN #72471042

Redfin Estimate

$849,624

$341K since sold in May 2019$10K since August

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This home's estimate is 16.7% higher than the average sale price ($728K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 17, 2026
$650,000
A
6 beds2 baths2,088 sq ft
1 Dunlap St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$690,000
B
5 beds2 baths2,430 sq ft
82 Flint St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD FEB 19, 2026
$670,000
C
5 beds2 baths2,280 sq ft
27 Appleton St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD APR 1, 2026
$915,000
D
4 beds2 baths1,955 sq ft
16 Oakland St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$825,000
E
6 beds2 baths2,622 sq ft
16 Pleasant St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD APR 21, 2026
$620,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,880 sq ft
8 Cushing St #2, 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

101.4%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$620K

$10K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

145

19 MoM

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Sale history for 38 Balcomb St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72471042

May 23, 2019

Sold

$509,000

$253/sq ft

Apr 6, 2019

Pending

—

Mar 26, 2019

Listed

$519,000

$258/sq ft

MLS PIN #71959746

Apr 4, 2016

Sold

$435,000

$216/sq ft

Feb 23, 2016

Pending

—

Feb 16, 2016

Listed

$429,900

$213/sq ft

+15

WOW!!!! Beautifully remodeled 2 family from top to bottom,located on quiet side street in desirable Salem area. This house has been completely remodeled which includes gorgeous hardwood floors throughout, brand new kitchens with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Updated electrical service, new windows throughout, newer gas heating system for first unit and baseboard heat on third level. 2 car garage with plenty off street parking as well. This is a must see!! First open house this Sunday Feb 21st from 1-3pm.

Public Records

Jul 24, 2015

Sold

$235,000

$117/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 1, 1968

Sold

$18,000

$9/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$7,196 (+0.3%)

$175,500 + $399,700

$575,200

2022

$7,172 (+5.3%)

$169,700 + $371,600

$541,300

2021

$6,812 (+3.9%)

$158,000 + $335,600

$493,600

2020

$6,559 (−0.8%)

$149,200 + $304,700

$453,900

2019

$6,612 (+7.9%)

$141,600 + $296,300

$437,900

2018

$6,130 (+10.2%)

$134,600 + $264,000

$398,600

2017

$5,562 (+21.7%)

$113,500 + $237,200

$350,700

2016

$4,569 (+3.2%)

$108,200 + $183,400

$291,600

2015

$4,429 (+10.3%)

$99,500 + $170,400

$269,900

2014

$4,015 (+4.3%)

$99,500 + $140,500

$240,000

2013

$3,848 (+0.4%)

$99,500 + $135,400

$234,900

2012

$3,834 (−1.9%)

$106,500 + $138,800

$245,300

2011

$3,908 (+0.4%)

$106,500 + $153,200

$259,700

2010

$3,893 (−2.2%)

$111,200 + $166,700

$277,900

2009

$3,982

$117,000 + $191,200

$308,200

Tax history for 38 Balcomb St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$7,196 (+0.3%)

$175,500 + $399,700

$575,200

2022

$7,172 (+5.3%)

$169,700 + $371,600

$541,300

2021

$6,812 (+3.9%)

$158,000 + $335,600

$493,600

2020

$6,559 (−0.8%)

$149,200 + $304,700

$453,900

2019

$6,612 (+7.9%)

$141,600 + $296,300

$437,900

2018

$6,130 (+10.2%)

$134,600 + $264,000

$398,600

2017

$5,562 (+21.7%)

$113,500 + $237,200

$350,700

2016

$4,569 (+3.2%)

$108,200 + $183,400

$291,600

2015

$4,429 (+10.3%)

$99,500 + $170,400

$269,900

2014

$4,015 (+4.3%)

$99,500 + $140,500

$240,000

2013

$3,848 (+0.4%)

$99,500 + $135,400

$234,900

2012

$3,834 (−1.9%)

$106,500 + $138,800

$245,300

2011

$3,908 (+0.4%)

$106,500 + $153,200

$259,700

2010

$3,893 (−2.2%)

$111,200 + $166,700

$277,900

2009

$3,982

$117,000 + $191,200

$308,200

*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

3,920 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,015

Year built

1880

Style

Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)

County

Essex County

APN

2129660

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 Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Wood, Hardwood
Interior Features: Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Heated Attic, Kitchen, Living RM/Dining RM Combo, Dining Room, Family Room

Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N

Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 2
# of Floors: 2
Lease: N

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,015
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 3
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Rust

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

Property Information
PropertySubType: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down

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

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,612
Tax Year: 2019

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Oven
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas, Oil, Electric

Location

Location Information
Directions: North St (114) to Oakland or Northend to Balcomb
UnparsedAddress: 38 Balcomb St, Salem MA 01970

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,015
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,920 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1880
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2129660

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Bates

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

7/10

Collins Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

6/10

Salem Prep High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi

Salem High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi

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.

9.1 hrs

4.4 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$812,000 – $983,000

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Home values near 38 Balcomb St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
37 Balcomb St, Salem, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1136 Sq. Ft.	$647,869
43 Balcomb St, Salem, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1834 Sq. Ft.	$643,843

Address	Redfin Estimate
39 Balcomb St, Salem, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1974 Sq. Ft.	$683,453
45 Balcomb St, Salem, MA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2029 Sq. Ft.	$695,141

Address	Redfin Estimate
41 Balcomb St, Salem, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1349 Sq. Ft.	$588,653
44 Balcomb St, Salem, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1274 Sq. Ft.	$697,850

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