Nestled within the highly sought-after Pickman Park community, this beautifully maintained townhouse offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience. Surrounded by mature trees and professionally landscaped grounds, the setting is private and peaceful while just minutes from downtown Salem, Salem State University, beaches, shopping, dining, and commuter routes. Residents enjoy outstanding amenities, including an in-ground pool, tennis courts, clubhouse, and professional management. Inside, soaring vaulted ceilings and gleaming hardwood floors create a bright, open feel throughout the main living areas and both bedrooms. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and opens seamlessly to the dining and living spaces, ideal for everyday living and entertaining.The walk-out lower level offers exceptional flexibility with a spacious family room that's perfect as a home office, guest space, gym, media room, or bonus bedroom, along with abundant storage. Whether you're looking for your first home, downsizing, or seeking a low-maintenance lifestyle with resort-style amenities, this move-in ready home offers the best of Salem living.
TownhomeProperty Type
1980Year Built
$284Price/Sq.Ft.
$494/moHOA Dues
2 spacesParking
Listed by Melissa Weinand• The Proper Nest Real Estate
Pickman Park, located between Broad Street and the Salem Common, is a residential and historic Salem neighborhood with leafy side streets and a walkable downtown edge. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Essex Street and Washington Street corridor, where independent galleries, coffee counters, and small storefronts set a steady, pedestrian rhythm. Federal- and Victorian-era houses mix with compact multifamily buildings, giving the blocks a layered streetscape. The Peabody Essex Museum anchors nearby cultural life with rotating exhibitions and a strong design focus. The Witch House adds a distinctly Salem landmark presence, while The Cabot frames the local calendar with film and live performances. Pocket greens and the Common’s paths keep daily routines grounded in outdoor space.
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Market insights
52 Pickman Rd Unit 3B · $495,000
DAYS ON MARKET
21 days
The average home goes pending in 27 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.6%
Most homes are selling 0% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$495,000
Median sale price in this area is $584,003. (18% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
19% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Vaulted ceiling
Insulated doors
Insulated windows
Living room fireplace
Cedar closet
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms, both on the second floor
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom with tub and shower on the second floor
1 half bathroom on the first floor
Kitchen
Stainless steel appliances
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Refrigerator
Freezer
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Laundry in the basement
Flooring
Hardwood
Tile
Stone and ceramic tile
Heating & cooling
Forced-air electric heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Deck
Patio
Public beach ownership
Home design
Two-story townhouse condominium
Entry on the first floor
Parking
2 open parking spaces
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
Monthly association fee includes water, sewer, insurance, building and grounds maintenance, road maintenance, snow removal, trash, and reserve funds
Community amenities include a pool, tennis courts, fitness center, clubroom, and clubhouse
Community features include public transportation, shopping, walking and jogging trails, golf, medical facilities, a bike path, conservation areas, houses of worship, schools, a T-station, and a university
Electricity and solar
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Beautiful multi level townhome located at desired Pickman Park. This bright unit welcomes you to a floor plan that features a beautiful entry way, large dining room, cozy kitchen, and a renovated 1/2 bath. Step down into the large living room that offers a fireplace and slider to a private deck. The 2nd level offers two generous size bedrooms both with vaulted ceilings. The 2nd floor also includes a full bath with a vaulted ceiling and skylight. The finished basement has a slider to a private patio space perfect for your living needs. This unit has updated windows, carpet, and a renovated half bath. Pickman Park is professionally managed and offers a tennis court, clubhouse and beautiful inground pool. Salem is a vibrant, historic coastal town that has so much to offer from culture to a thriving restaurant scene! Pickman Park is located in a wooded area, providing residents with a tranquil, natural environment, while still being close to the heart of Salem!
Public Records
Jun 9, 2014
Sold
$237,500
$136/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 9, 1988
Sold
$152,900
$88/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$4,288 (+4.4%)
$342,800
2022
$4,108 (+5.6%)
$310,000
2021
$3,889 (−3.1%)
$281,800
2020
$4,014 (+2.9%)
$277,800
2019
$3,900 (+5.5%)
$258,300
2018
$3,696 (+4.0%)
$240,300
2017
$3,554 (+2.0%)
$224,100
2016
$3,485 (+1.4%)
$222,400
2015
$3,436 (+0.3%)
$209,400
2014
$3,426 (+2.1%)
$204,800
2013
$3,355 (−2.0%)
$204,800
2012
$3,423 (+1.7%)
$219,000
2011
$3,367 (+1.1%)
$223,700
2010
$3,330 (+3.1%)
$237,700
2009
$3,230
$250,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,735
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,735
Year built
1980
Style
Townhouse
County
Essex County
APN
2130723
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 19, 2024.
R3
Residential Multifamily 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
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
74% 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
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 7% for direct sun exposure in Salem. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 52 Pickman Rd Unit 3B
$494,724
$276 under list price of $495K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $460K to $503K.