Spacious and sun-filled penthouse unit located just one block from the ocean, between downtown Salem and Salem State University. The recently renovated kitchen and large living room provide an open layout, ideal for both relaxing and entertaining. Step outside to your private porch and enjoy your morning coffee and the ocean breeze. Features include custom built-ins, detailed millwork, hardwood floors and designer wallpaper that add character and style throughout. The second bedroom features an adjoining bonus room—perfect for a home office, nursery, or creative studio. This unit includes dedicated laundry in basement, two large private storage areas and 1 deeded parking space. Take a stroll down the street to Forest River Park or the beach to enjoy all that the great outdoors has to offer. Enjoy the best of coastal living in a well-maintained, pet-friendly building with low HOA fees—just moments from the beach, parks, shops, dining and public transportation.
Sold for $470,000
$470,000
35 Ocean Ave #3, Salem, MA 01970
2beds
1,123sqft
Condominium
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$479,200 Zestimate®
$419/sqft
$2,861 Estimated rent
Home value
$479,200
$455,000 - $503,000
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Penthouse unitPrivate porchOpen layoutHardwood floorsRecently renovated kitchenCustom built-insDetailed millwork
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Listed by:
Lindsey Walker 781-330-7150,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead 781-631-9511
Bought with:
The Goodrich Team
Compass
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73391815
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Third
Bedroom 2
- Level: Third
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Level: Third
Kitchen
- Level: Third
Living room
- Level: Third
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Range Hood
- Laundry: In Basement, Common Area
Features
- 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: 1,123
- Total interior livable area: 1,123 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,123
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Street, Assigned, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch
- Waterfront features: Harbor, Ocean, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Details
- Parcel number: 4315826
- Zoning: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Shingle,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds
- HOA fee: $155 monthly
Location
- Region: Salem
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $419/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $425,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,919
- Date on market: 1/4/2026
- Exclusions: All Window Treatments To Be Excluded.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/15/2025 | Sold | $470,000-3.1%$419/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73391815 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $485,000+106.4%$432/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73391815 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2014 | Sold | $235,000-1.7%$209/sqft |
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| 8/5/2014 | Pending sale | $239,000$213/sqft |
Source: Merry Fox Realty #71721386 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2014 | Listed for sale | $239,000+49.4%$213/sqft |
Source: Merry Fox Realty #71700616 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2009 | Sold | $160,000-40.7%$142/sqft |
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| 7/31/2008 | Listing removed | $270,000$240/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #70783749 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2008 | Price change | $270,000+8.4%$240/sqft |
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| 4/8/2008 | Listed for sale | $249,000-7.4%$222/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #70783749 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2005 | Sold | $269,000+7.6%$240/sqft |
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| 10/30/2003 | Sold | $250,000+50.6%$223/sqft |
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| 4/11/2001 | Sold | $166,000$148/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,820 +2.4% | $425,000 +5% |
| 2024 | $4,705 +3% | $404,900 +10.8% |
| 2023 | $4,570 | $365,300 |
| 2022 | $4,570 +5% | $365,300 +15.8% |
| 2021 | $4,354 +1.4% | $315,500 +6.2% |
| 2020 | $4,295 -0.8% | $297,200 +3.6% |
| 2019 | $4,331 +10.8% | $286,800 +12.9% |
| 2018 | $3,908 +2.2% | $254,100 +5.3% |
| 2017 | $3,825 +8.7% | $241,200 +7.4% |
| 2016 | $3,519 +0.3% | $224,600 +5.1% |
| 2015 | $3,508 +2.8% | $213,800 +4.9% |
| 2014 | $3,411 +2.1% | $203,900 -4.6% |
| 2012 | $3,342 +1% | $213,800 -2.8% |
| 2011 | $3,309 -8.3% | $219,900 -14.7% |
| 2010 | $3,610 +2.6% | $257,700 -5.4% |
| 2009 | $3,519 +5% | $272,400 -5.1% |
| 2008 | $3,350 +7.4% | $287,100 -0.9% |
| 2007 | $3,119 | $289,600 |
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Neighborhood: 01970
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Saltonstall SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- NASalem Prep High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
- 6/10Collins Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Essex County
- Salem
- 01970
- 35 Ocean Ave Unit 3
