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Off market jul 2021 for $585K

$690,670

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,861/mo

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1,514

sq ft

49 Buffum St, Salem, MA 01970

About this home

Experience the magic of Salem! Located in the desirable Northfields neighborhood less than a 10 minute walk to the commuter rail and Salem’s vibrant downtown offering a myriad of museums, shops, and restaurants. Much love went into restoring this historic beauty by the current owners over the past 13 years. The labor of love shines throughout this charming home with its blend of history and modern amenities. Enter the main level and feel the warmth of exposed beams, hardwood floors and a working fireplace. The large remodeled kitchen offers all stainless steel appliances, granite, and plenty of cabinet space. Upstairs the master bedroom picture window overlooks trees while sunlight streams in from the skylight. There is ample storage space to be found in the attic and basement with workbench area, washer/dryer. Plenty of yard space for gardening and recreation accented by flowering perennials. Enjoy spending time on custom deck. Make Salem your new home, you'll be glad that you did!

Single-familyProperty Type

1832Year Built

6,451 sq ftLot Size

$456Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Buyer's agent

Michael Malkin Redfin Corp.

Listed by Jennifer Poliseno • Homefront Realty

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #72826091

Redfin Estimate

$690,670

$106K since sold in July 2021$8,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 18% higher than the average sale price ($586K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$590,000
A
3 beds1.5 baths1,554 sq ft
23 Bradford St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD SEP 25, 2026
$433,000
B
3 beds1 bath1,476 sq ft
52 Mason St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$830,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,674 sq ft
9 Phelps St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD NOV 20, 2025
$595,000
D
3 beds1 bath1,306 sq ft
28 Dunlap St, Salem, MA 01970
SOLD SEP 1, 2026
$535,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,386 sq ft
19 Tremont St, Peabody, MA 01960
SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$530,000
F
3 beds1 bath1,014 sq ft
27 Woodside, Salem, MA 01970

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Market trends in 01970, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.2%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$625K

$5K MoM

Avg. days on market

22d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

148

3 MoM

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270 Lafayette St #1, Salem, MA 01970
$699,900
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9 Franklin Unit 2A, Salem, MA 01970
$480,000
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2 Orchard Street Unit 1 #1, Salem, MA 01970
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61 Mason St, Salem, MA 01970
$1,195,000
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Sale history for 49 Buffum St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72826091

Jul 23, 2021

Sold

$585,000

$386/sq ft

May 5, 2021

Listed

$549,000

$363/sq ft

MLS PIN #70409154

Jul 28, 2006

Sold

$277,000

$183/sq ft

Jul 14, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Jun 19, 2006

Listed

$275,900

$182/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 27, 2006

Sold

$300,000

$198/sq ft

MLS PIN #30465317

Mar 23, 2001

Sold

$251,500

$166/sq ft

Mar 5, 2001

Listing Removed

—

Dec 8, 2000

Listed

$249,900

$165/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 1, 1977

Sold

$41,000

$27/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$6,082 (+4.2%)

$186,500 + $299,700

$486,200

2022

$5,838 (+8.5%)

$180,300 + $260,300

$440,600

2021

$5,382 (+3.6%)

$167,900 + $222,100

$390,000

2020

$5,196 (+0.8%)

$158,500 + $201,100

$359,600

2019

$5,157 (+3.2%)

$150,500 + $191,000

$341,500

2018

$4,995 (+7.9%)

$143,000 + $181,800

$324,800

2017

$4,631 (+3.2%)

$120,600 + $171,400

$292,000

2016

$4,488 (+2.4%)

$115,000 + $171,400

$286,400

2015

$4,383 (+2.0%)

$105,700 + $161,400

$267,100

2014

$4,298 (+2.1%)

$105,700 + $151,200

$256,900

2013

$4,208 (+0.3%)

$105,700 + $151,200

$256,900

2012

$4,195 (+2.8%)

$113,200 + $155,200

$268,400

2011

$4,079 (+3.1%)

$113,200 + $157,800

$271,000

2010

$3,956 (+3.7%)

$118,100 + $164,300

$282,400

2009

$3,815

$124,400 + $170,900

$295,300

Tax history for 49 Buffum St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$6,082 (+4.2%)

$186,500 + $299,700

$486,200

2022

$5,838 (+8.5%)

$180,300 + $260,300

$440,600

2021

$5,382 (+3.6%)

$167,900 + $222,100

$390,000

2020

$5,196 (+0.8%)

$158,500 + $201,100

$359,600

2019

$5,157 (+3.2%)

$150,500 + $191,000

$341,500

2018

$4,995 (+7.9%)

$143,000 + $181,800

$324,800

2017

$4,631 (+3.2%)

$120,600 + $171,400

$292,000

2016

$4,488 (+2.4%)

$115,000 + $171,400

$286,400

2015

$4,383 (+2.0%)

$105,700 + $161,400

$267,100

2014

$4,298 (+2.1%)

$105,700 + $151,200

$256,900

2013

$4,208 (+0.3%)

$105,700 + $151,200

$256,900

2012

$4,195 (+2.8%)

$113,200 + $155,200

$268,400

2011

$4,079 (+3.1%)

$113,200 + $157,800

$271,000

2010

$3,956 (+3.7%)

$118,100 + $164,300

$282,400

2009

$3,815

$124,400 + $170,900

$295,300

*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

6,451

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,514

Year built

1832

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

2132958

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

Waterfront

Last updated by owner on Feb 20, 2026.

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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 182
Length: 13
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Skylight,Closet,Window(s) - Picture,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 126
Length: 9
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 126
Length: 9
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 120
Length: 12
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Skylight

Living Room Information
Area: 210
Length: 14
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 204
Length: 12
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Slider,Lighting - Pendant

Kitchen Information
Area: 210
Length: 14
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Skylight,Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Concrete

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

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Interior Features: Sun Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,514
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Certified Historic,Renovated Since
Color: Cedar

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Deck - Composite
Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Garden

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,382
Tax Year: 2021

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: GPS
UnparsedAddress: 49 Buffum St, Salem MA 01970

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

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,514
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 6,451 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1832
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2132958
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Waterfront

Home facts updated by owner on Feb 20, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Bates

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

7/10

Collins Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

6/10

Salem Prep High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

Saltonstall School

Public K-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi

5/10

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

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

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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

$657,000 – $795,000

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Home values near 49 Buffum St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
47 Buffum Street, Salem, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1593 Sq. Ft.	$584,468
55 Buffum Street, Salem, MA 3 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2706 Sq. Ft.	$878,688

Address	Redfin Estimate
51 Buffum Street, Salem, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2328 Sq. Ft.	$673,177
56 Buffum Street, Salem, MA 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2844 Sq. Ft.	$855,047

Address	Redfin Estimate
53 Buffum Street, Salem, MA 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$626,624
54 Buffum Street, Salem, MA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1323 Sq. Ft.	$620,235

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