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Historic Salem homes just outside of downtown surrounded by greenery
Just a mile west of downtown Salem, Mack Park is a suburban community primarily comprised of green space. The area is home to Mack Park's sports fields, community farms and historic locations like Harmony Grove Cemetery, which has been in operation since 1839. Colonial Revivals and New Englanders from the 1800s line the area's shaded sidewalks and streets. Residents here are also close to a number of shopping and dining options. “It is a much more affordable area compared to downtown Salem,” says Julie Andrews, a sales associate with Keller Williams Evolution who has been serving Salem for over 10 years. “It’s also in a beautiful location.”
Mack Park offers lots of green space and pocket parks.
Residents of Mark Park have quick access to Salem Downtown and all it has to offer.
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1800s Colonial Revivals and New Englanders
While there are fewer homes in the Mack Park community, the architectural styles of Salem can be found everywhere in the two- and three-story Colonial Revivals and New Englanders scattered along the residential streets. Most homes are placed closer to the roads, creating plenty of backyard space and providing quick street and sidewalk access for commuting or morning jogs. Residences were commonly constructed in the early to late 1800s, and prices range between $400,000 and $700,000.
Homes in Mark Park vary in size and style.
Other home options in Mark Park include Cap Cod style with fenced front yards.
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Mack Park and the Harmony Grove Cemetery
Residents have several options for enjoying the outdoors, especially at the community’s namesake park. Mack Park sits atop a hill overlooking the community, with a baseball diamond and playset being popular spots for play. The park is also home to the Mack Park Farm, a community garden created in 2020 to grow healthy food for residents. “They took an abandoned baseball field and turned it into a garden space,” Andrews says. “It's just a beautiful spot with a free farmers market every week, and a lot of it even ends up going to the food pantry.” The Harmony Grove Cemetery is a historic cemetery and the final resting place of many landmark residents of Salem. The cemetery offers walking and self-guided tours, giving visitors access to a small part of the 57-acre area. There are a number of plaques to explore in the public area, from those noting unique plants or trees to markers for famous resting places, like that of John Bertram, a renowned sea captain and Salem philanthropist in the 1800s. “It’s a lovely antique cemetery,” Andrews says.
Salem Common near Mark Park decks out for the holidays with beautiful decorations.
Residents of Witchcraft Heights enjoy the crisp mornings at Mack Park.
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Salem public schools and music programs
Mack Park students can begin their education at Witchcraft Heights Elementary School, which receives a C rating on Niche. Students may continue to Collins Middle School, which also earns a C. The B-minus-rated Salem High School is the last stop for students and is known for its music and band programs. The band has also performed at national events like the Rose Bowl. Also in the area, the Saltonstall School is a kindergarten through eighth-grade option with a C-plus rating.
Salem High School hosts students from 9th through 12th grade near Mark Park.
Witchcraft Heights Elementary School provides education to students near Mark Park.
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Salem’s oldest diner and nearby pubs
Less than a mile from Mack Park, North Street offers close dining options. Dotty and Ray’s is known as the oldest diner in the city with over 60 years of service. Here patrons can find several brunch specials, like home fries or a cheeseburger omelet. O'Neills Pub & Restaurant, located downtown, offers cocktails and classic dishes like shepherd's pie. Residents can shop for essentials at Your Neighborhood Market or head to larger chains like Target and Market Basket 2 miles away.
Enjoy some draft beer and appetizers at Far From the Tree near Mark Park.
Re-Find near Mark Park offers vintage clothing pieces and more.
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Multiple ways to access downtown Salem
With Mack Park being less than a square mile, walkability is a key factor for residents. This creates a community where dining, shopping and recreation can all be easily reached without having to stray too far from the front door. There are also sidewalks on every street, making pedestrian traffic easier to navigate. Drivers can take Tremont Street to the Yankee Division Highway, and U.S. Route 1 runs toward Boston. The Salem Commuter Rail is less than 1 mile east of the neighborhood. Boston Logan International Airport is 18 miles from the neighborhood, and Salem Hospital is less than 2 miles away.
Along with self driving, residents of Mark Park have access to the Salem Commuter Rail.
Residents of Mark Park have access to the Salem City Hall.
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Art Festivals and Halloween Parades
One of the larger events for the community is the Salem Arts Festival in June. During this three-day celebration, artists from all ends of Salem and Massachusetts come together to sell their work and put on various musical and theatrical performances. In the fall, residents reconvene for Halloween, the city’s largest season. With over a million visitors in 2024, the festivities kick off with the Haunted Happenings Grand Parade, where residents dress to a particular annual theme.
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On average, homes in Mack Park, Salem sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Mack Park, Salem over the last 12 months is $565,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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