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Listing broker remarks

OPEN HOUSE IS CANCELED 6/14/26. The heart of the home is a spacious kitchen featuring two workstations, a buffet with glass cabinetry, & direct access to the backyard. The outdoor space is a private oasis complete with a large deck, patio, hot tub & lush gardens. The living room offers a wood-burning fireplace, bay window, & adjoining sitting area. Upstairs, the primary suite features a vaulted ceiling, walk-in closet, & private Juliet balcony overlooking the backyard. The full bath boasts an oversized shower & luxurious freestanding soaking tub. A home office with built-in desk system, spacious second bedroom, & finished walk-up attic with an additional large bedroom provide exceptional flexibility. The finished lower level adds 320 sq. ft. for a gym, media room, or playroom, plus a cedar closet. Brand-new heating system, workshop area, & detached garage ideal for storage, hobbies, bikes, motorcycles, or a studio/workspace complete this exceptional home.— J. Barrett & Company

Key details

  • sold
  • 2,780 sq ft
  • 5,602 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1933 built
  • $296 / sq ft
  • $7,767 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠3⁠3⁠9⁠7⁠2⁠
Last updated
Address
1 Elm Ave
Town
Salem, MA
ZIP
01970
Sold for
$888,000
Deed (Bk/Pg)
36807 / 341

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Neighborhood: Salem

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.