23 Buffum St Salem, MA 01970
North Salem Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,024
Sq Ft
3,171
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Property is near public transit
- Wood Flooring
- Deck
- Antique Architecture
- 2-minute walk to Patten Park
About This Home
As of May 2025Beautifully maintained, stylish 1860’s 3 Bedroom + office Mansard home on charming Buffum Street in Salem. Built for the Buffum family, this home is deceptively large with its classic original layout plus a bright, sunny modern kitchen & great room addition overlooking a lovely mature private garden. Extensively renovated in 2 phases: 2014 – the Great Room & Kitchen; and 2019 – Main Bedroom, both bathrooms top to bottom, updated electrical service, and 6 new mini-splits. The first floor offers a beautiful entrance hall with original staircase, large office/BR, which could serve as a sitting room, dining room with a wall of windows overlooking the garden, a sunny great room/kitchen, a library/office, and a glam full bath with a soaking tub with jets...and a heated floor! Upstairs are 2 bedrooms and a sleek (2019) bathroom. Lots of extra storage space in the easy access basement. Off-street parking and 10 minutes by foot to the MBTA and everything downtown Salem has to offer
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 02/11/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,455
Year Built
- Built in 1870
Lot Details
- 3,171 Sq Ft Lot
- Property fronts an easement
- Near Conservation Area
- Property is zoned R2
Home Design
- Antique Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Blown-In Insulation
- Slate Roof
- Rubber Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,024 Sq Ft Home
- Partial Basement
- Storm Windows
- Range
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Parking Spaces
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
- Central Air
- 6 Cooling Zones
- 6 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Heat Pump System
- Baseboard Heating
- Electric Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:26 L:0325,2132456
Community Details
Recreation
- Jogging Path
Additional Features
- No Home Owners Association
- Medical Services
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 11, 2025
Closed on
Apr 7, 2025
Sold by
Garcia Mary C
Bought by
Koretz Daniel and Koretz Doreen
Seller's Agent
Michael Selbst
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michael Selbst
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$985,000
Premium/Discount to List
$136,000
16.02%
Views
414
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-91.58%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 23, 2010
Sold by
Garcia Mary Christine and Thomson Jonathan
Bought by
Garcia Mary Christine
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$284,898
Interest Rate
4.48%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 15, 2003
Sold by
Wall Alan B and Wall Jennifer A
Bought by
Garcia Mary Christine and Thomson Jonathan
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 27, 1997
Sold by
Johnson Frederick M and Johnson Lauren
Bought by
Wall Alan B and Wall Jennifer A
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $985,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $339,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $339,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $199,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $199,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $235,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $284,898 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23/2025 05/23/25 | Sold | $985,000 | +16.0% | $487 / Sq Ft |
| 02/18/2025 02/18/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/11/2025 02/11/25 | For Sale | $849,000 | -- | $419 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $7,455 | $657,400 | $195,800 | $461,600 |
| 2024 | $7,286 | $627,000 | $186,100 | $440,900 |
| 2023 | $6,931 | $554,000 | $171,800 | $382,200 |
| 2022 | $6,588 | $497,200 | $166,000 | $331,200 |
| 2021 | $6,625 | $480,100 | $154,600 | $325,500 |
| 2020 | $6,409 | $443,500 | $146,000 | $297,500 |
| 2019 | $5,483 | $363,100 | $138,600 | $224,500 |
| 2018 | $5,308 | $345,100 | $131,700 | $213,400 |
| 2017 | $5,021 | $316,600 | $111,100 | $205,500 |
| 2016 | $4,880 | $311,400 | $105,900 | $205,500 |
| 2015 | $4,767 | $290,500 | $97,300 | $193,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Michael Selbst
Seller's Agent in 2025
Michael Selbst
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
(617) 504-9159
7 in this area
67 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73334275
APN: SALE-000026-000000-000325
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