$589,900
OPEN THU 5PM - 6:30PM

20 Central St Unit 405 Salem, MA 01970

Downtown Salem Neighborhood

Estimated payment $4,140/month

Total Views 3,288
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,387 Sq Ft
$425 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • No Units Above
  • Property is near public transit
  • Medical Services
  • Open Floorplan
  • 4-minute walk to Piperpont Park

About This Home

Welcome to this updated PH unit in the desirable Central Plaza complex located in the heart of downtown Salem. Unit is in close proximity to public trans., MBTA, shops, restaurants, Salem waterfront, inc. the ferry to Boston & all downtown Salem has to offer. Unit features 2 BR with ceiling fans, 2 fully renovated baths w/an open concept kitchen/LR & DR area. Kitchen has a large walk in pantry, granite counter tops and SS appliances. The LR/DR has hardwood floors, wood FP and sliders that open to a balcony. The main BR has a main bath, a lg walk in closet and slider which opens to a 2nd balcony. A lg portion of the unit as well as the 2 balconies were recently painted. The unit also features a newer water heater, newer windows, combination washer/dryer and in unit storage. There is also a storage unit, #31, in the basement and 1 assigned garage parking space #26 easily accessible by elevator. Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy what downtown Salem has to offer!

Last Listed By

Catherine Ratcliffe

Homesmart Success Realty Listed on: 06/09/2025

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Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,765

Year Built

  • Built in 1980 | Remodeled

HOA Fees

  • $530 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Tuck Under Parking
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Home Design

  • Garden Home
  • Frame Construction
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,387 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Insulated Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Sliding Doors
  • Insulated Doors
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Marble
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer and Dryer

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heat Pump System

Additional Features

  • Balcony
  • No Units Above

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2136593

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash, reserve funds
  • 50 Units
  • Central Plaza Condominiums Community

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry
  • Elevator
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Park

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,765

Year Built

Built in 1980 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$530 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Garden
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Entry Level: 4
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: 4097
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Marble, Hardwood
  • Door Features: Insulated Doors
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 143
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Balcony - Exterior, Slider
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 168
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Remodeled
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Remodeled
  • Room Dining Room Features: Balcony - Interior, Open Floorplan, Slider
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 104
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Room Kitchen Area: 108
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, In Building, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Area: 225
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony - Exterior, Open Floorplan, Slider
  • Basement: N
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1387
  • Living Area: 1387
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: AN6978
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 425.31
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 425.31
  • Insulation: Full, Mixed

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Common Walls: No One Above
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Ocean, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Under, Assigned, Off Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Laundry, Elevator(s), Storage
  • Association Fee: 530
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 405
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 2136593
  • Zoning: B5
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 467
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5765
  • Tax Book Number: 40697

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 50
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

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 $5,765 $508,400 $0 $508,400
2024 $6,127 $527,300 $0 $527,300
2023 $5,841 $466,900 $0 $466,900
2022 $5,406 $408,000 $0 $408,000
2021 $5,303 $384,300 $0 $384,300
2020 $5,254 $363,600 $0 $363,600
2019 $4,909 $325,100 $0 $325,100
2018 $4,454 $289,600 $0 $289,600
2017 $4,301 $271,200 $0 $271,200
2016 $4,002 $255,400 $0 $255,400
2015 $4,171 $254,200 $0 $254,200
Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed -- None Available
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $34,562 No Value Available
Previous Owner $103,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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MLS Number: 73387704

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SALE-000035-000000-000248-000847-000847

Massachusetts Essex County Salem 01970 Downtown Salem

20 Central St Unit 405, Salem, MA

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