$423,500
SOLD OCT 25, 2019
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,326 Sq Ft
1980 Built

Recently Sold

$319 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

42 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Intercom
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • 4-minute walk to Piperpont Park
  • Tile Flooring

About This Home

As of March 2023

This is a very desirable and private 2 bd 2 bath corner penthouse unit in the heart of Historic Salem. It has 2 exterior balconies that overlook the inner brick courtyard with seasonal flowing waterfalls offering relaxing sounds and views of the city & 4th of July fireworks, yet situated in a peaceful retreat from all the action. Open concept living/ dining room; updated kitchen with SS appliances. Central AC, in unit laundry, linen closet, and underground ASSIGNED ON SITE garage parking for 1 car. Master bd has a custom walk in closet, updated private bath & balcony. Guest bd has nice views overlooking the city. Additional storage in bsm't. Elevator access. Central PLaza offers downtown living in lively Salem w/ immediate access to the Pedestrian Mall, Peabody-Essex Museum, many restaurants & cafes, marina, shops,hotels, public transportation & short distance to commuter rail to Boston.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Karen Cronin

Keller Williams Realty Evolution License #454000885 Listed on: 10/03/2019

Keller Williams Realty Evolution

Last Buyer's Agent

Susan Keenan

RE/MAX 360 License #454000607

RE/MAX 360

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,788

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • Year Round Access

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Individual Controls for Heating
  • Water Holding Tank
  • Electric Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Basement

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,788

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: Garden, Courtyard
  • Other Agent: 2.00
  • Restrictions: Smoking - In Common Areas
  • Year Built Description: Actual
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 329.94
  • Comp Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Unit Building: 404
  • Unit Level: 4
  • Unit Placement: Upper, Top/Penthouse, Corner, Courtyard
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1980

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate
  • Interior Amenities: Intercom
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • No Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: Fourth Floor, Bathroom - Full, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Balcony / Deck
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: Fourth Floor, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: Fourth Floor, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 2: On Level: Fourth Floor, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • No Rooms: 5
  • Dining Room: On Level: Fourth Floor, Flooring - Laminate, Balcony / Deck
  • Kitchen: On Level: Fourth Floor, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Laundry: On Level: Fourth Floor, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
  • Living Room: On Level: Fourth Floor, Closet, Flooring - Laminate, Balcony / Deck
  • Basement: Y
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: C95098
  • Main So: NB5012
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1326.00

Exterior Features

  • Beach Ownership: Public
  • Beachfront Flag: Yes
  • Beach Miles To: 3/10 to 1/2 Mile
  • Construction: Frame, Brick
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Exterior: Brick
  • Exterior Unit Features: Balcony, City View(s)

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Assigned, Paved Driveway, Exclusive Parking
  • Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Parking: Under, Garage Door Opener, Assigned
  • Garage Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Electric Features: Circuit Breakers
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump, Unit Control
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heating: Central Heat, Heat Pump, Electric, Unit Control
  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Hot Water: Electric, Tank
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, Marina, T-Station, University
  • HOA Fees: 442.00
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Elevator, Exterior Maintenance, Snow Removal, Refuse Removal, Reserve Funds
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Management: Professional - Off Site

Association/Amenities

  • Condominium Name: Central Plaza Condominium

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 342500.00
  • Lot: 846
  • Page: 169
  • Zoning: Re
  • Master Book: 6790
  • Master Page: 642

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 5208.37
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2136611

Multi Family

  • No Units: 50

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 19, 2024
Sold by
Yakubian Elaine E
Bought by
Desacarvalho Patricia F and Yakubian Elaine E
Current Estimated Value
$631,912

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 4, 2023
Closed on
Mar 22, 2023
Sold by
Murphy Joseph F and Murphy Judith A
Bought by
Yakubian Elaine E
Seller's Agent
Susan Keenan
RE/MAX 360
Buyer's Agent
Jody Watts
J. Barrett & Company
List Price
$549,900
Sold Price
$565,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,100
2.75%
Views
88

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.63%
Original Mortgage
$139,000
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 4, 2023
Closed on
Mar 8, 2023
Sold by
Pasquanna Developers Inc
Bought by
Annese Christopher G and Deiulis Amy E
Seller's Agent
Susan Keenan
RE/MAX 360
Buyer's Agent
Jody Watts
J. Barrett & Company
List Price
$549,900
Sold Price
$565,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,100
2.75%
Views
88

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$139,000
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 3, 2019
Closed on
Oct 22, 2019
Sold by
Hasan Ft
Bought by
Murphy Joseph F and Murphy Judith A
Seller's Agent
Karen Cronin
Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Buyer's Agent
Susan Keenan
RE/MAX 360
List Price
$437,500
Sold Price
$423,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-3.2%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.82%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 12, 2004
Sold by
Boudreau Shifra
Bought by
Boudreau Tr Shifra

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 2003
Sold by
Annese Amy and Annese Christopher G
Bought by
Boudreau Shifra

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 31, 2001
Sold by
Pasquanna Dev Inc
Bought by
Annese Christopher G and Deiulis Amy E
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed -- None Available
Condominium Deed $565,000 None Available
Condominium Deed $125,000 None Available
Not Resolvable $423,500 --
Deed -- --
Deed $270,000 --
Deed $125,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $139,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $232,500 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $236,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $20,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/22/2023 03/22/23 Sold $565,000 +2.7% $426 / Sq Ft
02/14/2023 02/14/23 Pending -- -- --
02/04/2023 02/04/23 For Sale $549,900 +29.8% $415 / Sq Ft
10/25/2019 10/25/19 Sold $423,500 -3.2% $319 / Sq Ft
10/13/2019 10/13/19 Pending -- -- --
09/01/2019 09/01/19 For Sale $437,500 +14.8% $330 / Sq Ft
10/16/2017 10/16/17 Sold $381,000 +0.3% $287 / Sq Ft
09/09/2017 09/09/17 Pending -- -- --
08/31/2017 08/31/17 For Sale $379,900 +28.8% $287 / Sq Ft
04/28/2015 04/28/15 Sold $295,000 0.0% $222 / Sq Ft
04/25/2015 04/25/15 Pending -- -- --
03/20/2015 03/20/15 Off Market $295,000 -- --
02/28/2015 02/28/15 For Sale $318,000 +16.1% $240 / Sq Ft
12/27/2012 12/27/12 Sold $274,000 -1.8% $207 / Sq Ft
12/27/2012 12/27/12 Pending -- -- --
11/13/2012 11/13/12 For Sale $279,000 -- $210 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,788 $510,400 $0 $510,400
2024 $6,149 $529,200 $0 $529,200
2023 $5,845 $467,200 $0 $467,200
2022 $5,446 $411,000 $0 $411,000
2021 $5,342 $387,100 $0 $387,100
2020 $5,276 $365,100 $0 $365,100
2019 $5,172 $342,500 $0 $342,500
2018 $4,596 $298,800 $0 $298,800
2017 $4,439 $279,900 $0 $279,900
2016 $4,134 $263,800 $0 $263,800
2015 -- $245,500 $0 $245,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72575048

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SALE-000035-000000-000248-000846-000846