Thoughtfully restored and award-recognized, this North Salem townhouse blends historic character with intentional contemporary design. Renovated in 2018 as part of the 1832 Edward Melcher House and honored by Historic Salem, Inc., it offers three levels of well-appointed living. The main level features open kitchen, dining, and living spaces with wide pine floors, a beautifully detailed staircase, soapstone counters, brass fixtures, and Thermador appliances. The second level is a serene primary suite with clawfoot tub, rain shower, dual vanities, and laundry. The top level includes a spacious bedroom, office/den, ¾ bath, and private roof deck. Privately set at the rear with its own entry, fenced yard, patio areas, mature landscaping, and off-street parking. Just minutes to commuter rail and downtown Salem. The cherry on top is an 18 panel LG solar array system providing fextremely low energy costs.
Sold for $820,000
$820,000
32 Buffum St #2, Salem, MA 01970
2beds
1,806sqft
Condominium, Townhouse
Built in 1832
9,635 Square Feet Lot
$817,800 Zestimate®
$454/sqft
$3,010 Estimated rent
Home value
$817,800
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Rain showerBrass fixturesMature landscapingPatio areasPrivate roof deckSerene primary suiteOff-street parking
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Listed by:
Ted Richard 978-921-1117,
J. Barrett & Company 978-468-0046
Bought with:
Quinlan Home Team
Classified Realty Group
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73484845
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Wood, Balcony / Deck, Slider
- Level: Third
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump, Unit Control
Appliances
- Included: Range, Oven, Disposal
- Laundry: Second Floor, In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
- Has basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,806
- Total interior livable area: 1,806 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,806
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Street)
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
- Fencing: Security
- Waterfront features: Harbor, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 9,635 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:27 L:0059 S:802,5033441
- Zoning: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Condominium, Townhouse
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1832
- Major remodel year: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Park, Golf
HOA
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $235 monthly
Location
- Region: Salem
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $454/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $710,700
- Annual tax amount: $8,059
- Date on market: 4/4/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8/2026 | Sold | $820,000+3.1%$454/sqft |
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| 4/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $795,000$440/sqft |
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| 3/30/2026 | Contingent | $795,000$440/sqft |
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| 3/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $795,000$440/sqft |
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| 3/13/2026 | Contingent | $795,000$440/sqft |
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| 3/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $795,000$440/sqft |
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| 1/30/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/9/2023 | Price change | $4,250-2.3%$2/sqft |
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| 1/2/2023 | Price change | $4,350-3.3%$2/sqft |
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| 12/18/2022 | Listed for rent | $4,500$2/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,059 +1.8% | $710,700 +4.3% |
| 2024 | $7,916 +2.7% | $681,200 +10.6% |
| 2023 | $7,705 | $615,900 |
| 2022 | $7,705 +4.8% | $615,900 +15.6% |
| 2021 | $7,351 +2.1% | $532,700 +6.9% |
| 2020 | $7,199 +5.3% | $498,200 +10.1% |
| 2019 | $6,836 | $452,700 |
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Neighborhood: Mack Park
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10BatesGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Collins Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- NASalem Prep High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Essex County
- Salem
- 01970
- Mack Park
- 32 Buffum St Unit 2
