Penthouse living in the heart of historic downtown Salem — a bright one-bedroom-plus-office condo with deeded parking, steps from the shops, restaurants, and nightlife and just a half mile to the Salem commuter rail station. This updated top-floor home features hardwood floors throughout, cathedral ceilings, central A/C, a large eat-in kitchen, custom closet system in the primary bedroom, and a tiled full bath with a newer in-unit Bosch washer and dryer. A glass slider leading to a private open-air deck extends your living space, while a versatile bonus room makes an ideal home office or nursery. Enjoy ample basement storage and additional private attic space, all in a pet-friendly building with a strong, low-fee association. Live in one of the North Shore's most vibrant and famed cities — a quick train ride to Boston without Boston prices.
Sold for $475,000
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$475,000
266 Essex St Unit 6, Salem, MA 01970
1beds
752sqft
Condominium
Built in 1761
-- sqft lot
$479,200 Zestimate®
$632/sqft
$2,292 Estimated rent
Home value
$479,200
$455,000 - $503,000
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Private open-air deckCathedral ceilingsBright one-bedroom-plus-office condoHardwood floors throughoutLarge eat-in kitchen
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Listed by:
Robert Heil 978-578-0948,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Beverly 978-927-1111
Bought with:
Anton Sventsitski
REMAX Andrew Realty Services
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73546885
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Half Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Third
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Third
Kitchen
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Third
Living room
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Slider
- Level: Third
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Third Floor, In Unit
Features
- Lighting - Overhead, Bonus Room
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Has basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above
Interior area
- Total structure area: 752
- Total interior livable area: 752 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 752
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Rain Gutters
Lot
- Size: 3,925 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:0026 B:0436 L:0806,4470740
- Zoning: B5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Frame, Brick, Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1761
- Major remodel year: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park
HOA
- Amenities included: Storage
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
- HOA fee: $253 monthly
Location
- Region: Salem
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $632/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $400,600
- Annual tax amount: $4,318
- Date on market: 8/2/2026
- Exclusions: None
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/2/2026 | Sold | $475,000-2.1%$632/sqft |
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| 8/8/2026 | Pending sale | $485,000$645/sqft |
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| 7/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $485,000+44.3%$645/sqft |
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| 6/8/2026 | Listing removed | $2,900$4/sqft |
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| 5/26/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,900+20.8%$4/sqft |
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| 11/17/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/31/2022 | Listed for rent | $2,400$3/sqft |
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| 6/4/2020 | Sold | $336,000+3.4%$447/sqft |
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| 5/10/2020 | Pending sale | $324,900$432/sqft |
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| 5/4/2020 | Listed for sale | $324,900+19.4%$432/sqft |
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| 9/27/2004 | Sold | $272,000$362/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,518 +1.6% | $398,400 +4.1% |
| 2024 | $4,448 +2.4% | $382,800 +10.2% |
| 2023 | $4,345 | $347,300 |
| 2022 | $4,345 +9.6% | $347,300 +20.9% |
| 2021 | $3,963 +2.6% | $287,200 +7.4% |
| 2020 | $3,862 +3.9% | $267,300 +8.6% |
| 2019 | $3,718 +9.4% | $246,200 +11.5% |
| 2018 | $3,397 +2% | $220,900 +5.2% |
| 2017 | $3,331 +6.9% | $210,000 +5.6% |
| 2016 | $3,117 +0.8% | $198,900 +5.5% |
| 2015 | $3,093 +2.2% | $188,500 +4.2% |
| 2014 | $3,026 +2.5% | $180,900 -4.2% |
| 2012 | $2,953 +1.8% | $188,900 -2% |
| 2011 | $2,902 +0.7% | $192,800 -6.3% |
| 2010 | $2,882 +1.3% | $205,700 -6.6% |
| 2009 | $2,846 -1.2% | $220,300 -10.8% |
| 2008 | $2,881 +0.8% | $246,900 -7% |
| 2007 | $2,858 | $265,400 |
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Neighborhood: Federal Street
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Saltonstall SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- NASalem Prep High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Collins Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Essex County
- Salem
- 01970
- Federal Street
- 266 Essex St Unit 6
