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70 Washington Square East Condonimium 66 Essex Street, Salem, MA 01970
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$475,000
1 Bed
2 Baths
855 SQFT
0.13 Acre
$236 HOA

Property Description

A+ Location & Brand-New Upgrades! Enjoy ultimate peace of mind with a brand-new furnace, AC condenser, and hot water heater (2025), plus newly refinished hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, central A/C, and a modern kitchen with a large island ~ perfect for entertaining! Located in the heart of Washington Square Historic District, in the lower residential end of historic Essex Street—just steps to Salem Common and the Hawthorne Hotel—this premier location avoids downtown noise while keeping Derby Wharf, Salem State, dining, and the commuter rail minutes away. This bright, first-floor layout offers 855 sq ft of effortless single-level living with no stairs to climb. The highly functional layout features a true primary suite with a double vanity, a rare guest half-bath, a dedicated home office, in-unit laundry, and a cozy private rear porch. Complete with an oversized mudroom and private basement storage. This home offers the space, ease, and A+ location and layout you’ve been looking

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Amenities

  • Amenities: Park, Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails
  • Association Fee Includes: Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Master Insurance, Reserve Funds, Sewer, Water

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Kitchen Dimensions: 11'4"X13'6"
  • Kitchen Level: First Floor
  • Breakfast Bar / Nook, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Flooring - Hardwood, Gas Stove, Kitchen Island, Lighting - Overhead, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 1
  • Half Baths 1
  • Master Bath: 1
  • Bathroom 1 Dimensions: 7'5"X11'1"
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First Floor
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Pendant
  • Bathroom 2 Dimensions: 7'7"X4'3"
  • Bathroom 2 Level: First Floor
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Half, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead, Washer Hookup

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14'1"X12'3"
  • Master Bedroom Level: First Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 5
  • Living Room Dimensions: 18X12'3"
  • Living Room Level: First Floor
  • Living Room Features: Closet, Exterior Access, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric Info: Circuit Breakers
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer

Unit Features

  • Square Feet: 855
  • Unit Building: 1
  • Unit Level: 1
  • Unit Placement: Garden
  • Floors: 1
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Condo Complex Information

  • Condo Name: 70 Washington Square East Condonimium
  • Condo Type: Condo
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Number of Units: 8
  • Elevator: No
  • Condo Association: U
  • HOA Fee: $236
  • Fee Interval: Monthly

Construction

  • Year Built: 1890
  • Style: Garden
  • Construction Type: Frame
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Grounds

  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Pool: No
  • Waterfront Features: Harbor
  • Distance to Beach: 1/2 to 1 Mile
  • Beach Ownership: Public

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73549948
  • Last Updated: 07/27/26

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Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
07/19/2026Active$475,000$556MLSPIN
07/15/2026New$475,000$556MLSPIN
06/03/2024Sold$438,500$513MLSPIN
05/14/2024Under Agreement$399,900$468MLSPIN
04/30/2024Contingent$399,900$468MLSPIN
04/27/2024Active$399,900$468MLSPIN
04/23/2024New$399,900$468MLSPIN
10/31/2006Extended$279,900$327MLSPIN
05/05/2006Active$300,000$351MLSPIN
05/05/2006Active$279,900$327MLSPIN
05/05/2006Active$284,900$333MLSPIN
05/05/2006Active$294,900$345MLSPIN

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Seller's Representative: Joanne Rodrigues, Redfin Corp.
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: n/a
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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