City Square Condominium 304 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970
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$540,000
2 Beds
2 Baths
1044 SQFT
0.05 Acre
$515 HOA

Property Description

City living at its finest in the heart of downtown Salem, unique tri-level corner 2-bed, 2-bath unit. Private entry staircase that leads to bright, sun-lit rooms, historic charm with exposed brick, soaring high ceilings, original wooden beams, and exposed metal ductwork. Open-concept kitchen features floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances. Next level offers 2nd bedroom, full bath, and in unit laundry. Top floor primary suite with walk-in closet and en-suite bath. Beautiful wood flooring. Oversized windows throughout give abundant natural light. Located at the corner of North and Essex Street, steps to the Witch House, short walk to the Peabody Essex Museum, Pickering Wharf waterfront, 5 minutes walk to MBTA, many restaurants and only blocks to pubs with weekend live music. Vibrant walkable downtown neighborhood, perfect setting for those seeking a vibrant, urban lifestyle. Roofs 4-6 years old. 2019 Bosch, hi efficiency, heat pump system.

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Amenities

  • Amenities: Bike Path, Conservation Area, Golf Course, Highway Access, Laundromat, Medical Facility, Park, Private School, Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails
  • Association Fee Includes: Exterior Maintenance, Master Insurance, Refuse Removal, Reserve Funds, Sewer, Snow Removal, Water

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Kitchen Level: Second Floor
  • Breakfast Bar / Nook, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Flooring - Wood, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting
  • Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 2
  • Master Bath: 1
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Third Floor
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Fourth Floor
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom Level: Fourth Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Third Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 4
  • Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Open Floor Plan

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Space Heater
  • Heat Zones: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: City/Town Water, Private
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer, Private

Unit Features

  • Square Feet: 1044
  • Unit Building: 1
  • Unit Level: 2
  • Unit Placement: Upper
  • Floors: 3
  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Condo Complex Information

  • Condo Name: City Square Condominium
  • Condo Type: Condo
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Year Converted: 2005
  • Number of Units: 7
  • Elevator: No
  • Condo Association: U
  • HOA Fee: $515
  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Management: Professional - Off Site

Construction

  • Year Built: 1800
  • Style: Mid-Rise, Other (See Remarks), Split Entry
  • Roof Material: Aluminum, Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles, Rubber
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Garage & Parking

  • Parking Features: Assigned, Rented
  • Parking Spaces: 1

Exterior & Grounds

  • Exterior Features: City View(s)
  • Pool: No
  • Waterfront Features: Harbor, Ocean
  • Distance to Beach: 1 to 2 Mile

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73403962
  • Last Updated: 07/15/25
  • Documents on File: 21E Certificate, Association Financial Statements, Feasibility Study, Land Survey, Legal Description, Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Site Plan, Soil Survey

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Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
07/14/2025New$540,000$517MLSPIN
12/27/2019Sold$345,000$330MLSPIN
11/28/2019Under Agreement$350,000$335MLSPIN
11/15/2019Contingent$350,000$335MLSPIN
11/06/2019Active$350,000$335MLSPIN
12/12/2017Sold$269,500$258MLSPIN
11/08/2017Under Agreement$279,000$267MLSPIN
10/26/2017Contingent$279,000$267MLSPIN
10/18/2017Back on Market$279,000$267MLSPIN
10/18/2017Contingent$279,000$267MLSPIN
10/11/2017Active$279,000$267MLSPIN

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Seller's Representative: Andrea Dodge, Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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