418 Essex St

SPACIOUS 2 BED / 1 BATH w/ HEAT & HOT WATER INCLUDED + UPDATED KITCHEN + IN-UNIT LAUNDRY + PARKING Bright, ~1,300 sq ft 2-bedroom with heat and hot water included a rare find in an oil-heated Salem two-family. Every room offers real space and natural light. Renovated kitchen with quartz counters, shaker cabinets, tile backsplash, stainless hood, and dishwasher, plus in-unit washer and dryer. Hardwood floors throughout with parquet borders, original five-panel doors, a built-in china cabinet, and a butler's pantry. Bay windows in both the living and dining rooms, and a walk-in closet with built-in dresser off one bedroom. Private back porches. Flexible layout the living room and dining room are separated by original doors, so one can easily serve as a third bedroom or home office. Designated off-street parking included, with an optional second spot for $70/month. Owner pays water, sewer, and oil for heat and hot water. Tenant pays electricity and internet/cable. Five minutes to downtown Salem restaurants, shops, the Peabody Essex Museum, and the waterfront, with Market Basket and Stop & Shop close by. Splaine Park is a two-minute walk. Easy access to Boston: the 450 bus stop is a one-minute walk at Essex St @ Warren St, and Salem Station (commuter rail to North Station, ~30 min) is a 15 20 minute walk. Routes 114 and 1A are close by for driving. Owner-occupied building. Maintenance requests handled quickly, no management company. Lease terms: 12-month lease. First month's rent + security deposit due at signing. No last month's rent required. No pets. No smoking. Available now. 10/1 or earlier strongly preferred. Utilities: Heat and hot water included. Tenant pays electricity and internet/cable.