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Listing broker remarks

Welcome to 400 Jefferson Avenue in Salem, a home filled with charm, character, and plenty of opportunity to make it your own. The interior is ready for cosmetic updating, and the price reflects the opportunity for a buyer to put in some sweat equity and add value over time.The first floor features hardwood flooring throughout, along with charming built-ins and architectural details that give the home warmth and personality. A new roof was installed in 2023, taking care of one of the larger-ticket improvements for the next owner.Outside, you'll find a detached one-car garage and a level, fenced-in yard with plenty of space for entertaining, pets, gardening, or simply enjoying your own private outdoor space. For the buyer who is looking to build some sweat equity in a home that's in a great neighborhood, this home offers so much potential. This home offers a great opportunity to own in one of the North Shore's most desirable communities.— Dominion Realty Corp.

Key details

  • 1,458 sq ft
  • 5,306 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 1.5 baths
  • 1910 built
  • $308 / sq ft
  • $6,222 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠6⁠5⁠6⁠7⁠4⁠
Last updated
Address
400 Jefferson
Town
Salem, MA
ZIP
01970
Deed (Bk/Pg)
40788 / 556

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Pickman Park

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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.