BACK ON MARKET + REDUCED TO SELL NOW! (Repeat failure of buyer financing has led to frustrated, motivated sellers.) Truly unique layout: Beautifully updated, spacious ranch on historic North Salem side street. Private rear property is 5-min walk to Downtown, 30 mins to Boston by train. 3 big bedrooms w/walk-ins. Current owners are cookbook authors + enjoyed the gourmet kitchen: Granite countertops, stainless appliances, Fagor induction range, Bosch convection oven + dishwasher, artisan tile backsplash, breakfast bar + attached dining room w/built-ins. Stacked laundry in kitchen. Hardwood floors. Inviting living room w/working fireplace. Bathroom has double sink, roomy closet + deep tub. Fully finished, walk-up attic w/large storage crawlspaces. Tons of closet space. Huge basement w/workshop. Fully fenced yard, garden space, storage shed, front deck and back patio. Large, enclosed front porch. DEVELOPERS WELCOME: Large lot zoned for multiple units. Open House 3/1-3/2 10-2pm
Sold for $635,000
$635,000
3 1/2R Buffum St, Salem, MA 01970
3beds
1,989sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
5,619 Square Feet Lot
$706,600 Zestimate®
$319/sqft
$3,224 Estimated rent
Home value
$706,600
$657,000 - $763,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Diane Martin 508-648-3465,
Century 21 North East 603-893-8230
Bought with:
Non Member
Non Member Office
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73330352
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Vinyl, Double Vanity
- Level: First
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 9 x 11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
- Area: 88
- Dimensions: 11 x 8
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Exterior Access, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer Hookup
- Level: First
- Area: 160
- Dimensions: 10 x 16
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 18 x 14
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Sun Room, Walk-up Attic
- Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,989
- Total interior livable area: 1,989 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,989
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Deeded, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Screened, Deck - Composite, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Deck - Composite, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Waterfront features: Bay, Harbor, Ocean, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 5,619 Square Feet
- Features: Easements, Level
Details
- Foundation area: 99999
- Zoning: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1941
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station, University
- Subdivision: Rear property
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Salem
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $319/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $555,100
- Date on market: 8/22/2026
- Exclusions: No Exclusions At This Time.
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/3/2025 | Sold | $635,000-5.2%$319/sqft |
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| 3/1/2025 | Price change | $669,900-1.5%$337/sqft |
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| 2/26/2025 | Price change | $680,000-2.8%$342/sqft |
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| 2/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $699,900$352/sqft |
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| 2/4/2025 | Contingent | $699,900$352/sqft |
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| 1/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $699,900+121.5%$352/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73330352 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2013 | Sold | $316,000+5.3%$159/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2013 | Listed for sale | $300,000$151/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Prestige Properties Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Neighborhood: Mack Park
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10BatesGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Collins Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- NASalem Prep High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bates Elementar
- Middle: Collins Middle
- High: Salem Prep
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
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- Massachusetts
- Essex County
- Salem
- 01970
- Mack Park
- 3 1/2R Buffum St
