$370,000
SOLD NOV 23, 2020

254 Lafayette St Unit 2F Salem, MA 01970

South Salem Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,241 Sq Ft
0.39 Acres

Recently Sold

$298 Per Sq Ft

19 Days on Market

About This Home

As of May 2023

***UPDATE: BUYERS WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ASSESSMENT ON THE UNIT, TO BE PAID BY THE SELLERS*** Fantastic 2 bedroom Victorian with one bedroom in a turret! This sunny and open floor plan unit boasts hardwood floors, high ceilings, gas fireplace, huge granite/stainless kitchen, period windows with one of them stained glass! There is in-unit laundry, gas heat and range, basement storage, shared yard and deeded parking for 2 cars. Convenient to Salem State University, the commuter rail and ferry, beaches, walking/biking paths, gourmet restaurants, parks, shops, world renowned museums, North Shore Medical Center, and everything else that Salem has to offer! This association is pet friendly.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Shea

Shea Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Kristen Barsanti

Chinatti Realty Group, Inc.

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,115

Year Built

  • Built in 1880

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood Flooring

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Salem High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Basement

Community Details

  • Pets Allowed

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:33 L:0341 S:803

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,115

Year Built

Built in 1880

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Other Agent: 1.00
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 298.07
  • Comp Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Unit Building: 2F
  • Unit Level: 2
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1880

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available, Intercom
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • No Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: Second Floor, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Ceiling - Cathedral, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Cable Hookup, Remodeled
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
  • No Rooms: 5
  • Dining Room: On Level: Second Floor, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Kitchen: On Level: Second Floor, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant
  • Laundry: On Level: Second Floor
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Living Room: On Level: Second Floor, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement: Y
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: AN5627
  • Main So: AN2174
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1241.00

Exterior Features

  • Beach Ownership: Public
  • Beachfront Flag: Yes
  • Beach Miles To: 0 to 1/10 Mile
  • Construction: Frame
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles, Rubber
  • Exterior: Clapboard, Shingles, Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Off-Street
  • Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Electric Features: 100 Amps
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Gas
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • HOA Fees: 283.00
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Extra Storage
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Management: Professional - Off Site

Association/Amenities

  • Condominium Name: Renaissance Condominium at 254 Lafayette

Schools

  • Elementary School: School choice
  • Middle School: Collins
  • High School: Salem high

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 328400.00
  • Acre: 0.39
  • Lot Size: 17180.00
  • Page: 399
  • Parcel Number: M:33 L:0341 S:803
  • Zoning: R3

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 4745.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4712313
  • Tax Year: 2020

Multi Family

  • No Units: 6
  • No Units Owner Occ: 6

MLS Schools

  • Grade School: School choice
  • High School: Salem high
  • Middle School: Collins

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 15, 2023
Closed on
May 5, 2023
Sold by
Femino Nicole
Bought by
Olivier Richard and Olivier Donna
Seller's Agent
Krissy Ventura
RE/MAX Bentley's
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Mineo
Coldwell Banker Realty - Beverly
List Price
$460,000
Sold Price
$470,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
2.17%
Total Days on Market
19
Views
90
Current Estimated Value
$507,505

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$37,505
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.23%
Original Mortgage
$446,500
Outstanding Balance
$436,495
Interest Rate
6.42%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$75,179

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 11, 2015
Sold by
Balentine John M
Bought by
John M Balentine T

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 10, 2014
Closed on
Jun 20, 2014
Sold by
Dupell Janet
Bought by
Balentine John M
Seller's Agent
Jill Jorgenson
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lynnfield
Buyer's Agent
Matthew Hanson
StartPoint Realty
List Price
$279,900
Sold Price
$270,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-3.54%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.02%
Original Mortgage
$243,000
Interest Rate
4.21%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 29, 2011
Closed on
May 4, 2012
Sold by
Smarsh Bonnie J and Hungler Joseph C
Bought by
Dupell Janet
Seller's Agent
Paul Herrick
Herrick Lutts Realty Partners
Buyer's Agent
Jill Jorgenson
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lynnfield
List Price
$269,900
Sold Price
$253,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$16,900
-6.26%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.10%
Original Mortgage
$202,000
Interest Rate
4.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 17, 2009
Sold by
Hodges Court Re Llc
Bought by
Smarsh Bonnie J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$205,600
Interest Rate
5.26%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

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Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed $470,000 None Available
Deed -- --
Deed $270,000 --
Deed $253,000 --
Deed $257,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $446,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $348,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $330,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $212,250 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $243,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $202,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $205,600 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/08/2023 05/08/23 Sold $470,000 +2.2% $379 / Sq Ft
03/19/2023 03/19/23 Pending -- -- --
03/15/2023 03/15/23 For Sale $460,000 +5.7% $371 / Sq Ft
06/01/2022 06/01/22 Sold $435,000 +9.0% $351 / Sq Ft
04/26/2022 04/26/22 Pending -- -- --
04/21/2022 04/21/22 For Sale $399,000 0.0% $322 / Sq Ft
06/04/2021 06/04/21 Rented $2,500 0.0% --
06/01/2021 06/01/21 Under Contract -- -- --
05/23/2021 05/23/21 For Rent $2,500 0.0% --
11/23/2020 11/23/20 Sold $370,000 0.0% $298 / Sq Ft
10/05/2020 10/05/20 Pending -- -- --
10/01/2020 10/01/20 Price Changed $369,900 0.0% $298 / Sq Ft
09/16/2020 09/16/20 For Sale $370,000 +37.0% $298 / Sq Ft
06/20/2014 06/20/14 Sold $270,000 0.0% $218 / Sq Ft
05/31/2014 05/31/14 Pending -- -- --
05/13/2014 05/13/14 Off Market $270,000 -- --
04/10/2014 04/10/14 For Sale $279,900 +3.7% $226 / Sq Ft
03/25/2014 03/25/14 Off Market $270,000 -- --
03/19/2014 03/19/14 Price Changed $279,900 -1.8% $226 / Sq Ft
03/10/2014 03/10/14 For Sale $284,900 +12.6% $230 / Sq Ft
05/04/2012 05/04/12 Sold $253,000 -2.7% $204 / Sq Ft
04/05/2012 04/05/12 Pending -- -- --
03/21/2012 03/21/12 Price Changed $259,950 -1.9% $209 / Sq Ft
02/23/2012 02/23/12 Price Changed $264,900 -1.9% $213 / Sq Ft
12/29/2011 12/29/11 For Sale $269,900 -- $217 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

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 $5,115 $451,100 $0 $451,100
2024 $5,073 $436,600 $0 $436,600
2023 $4,943 $395,100 $0 $395,100
2022 $4,753 $358,700 $0 $358,700
2021 $4,847 $351,200 $0 $351,200
2020 $4,745 $328,400 $0 $328,400
2019 $4,648 $307,800 $0 $307,800
2018 $4,217 $274,200 $0 $274,200
2017 $4,239 $267,300 $0 $267,300
2016 $3,997 $255,100 $0 $255,100
2015 $4,086 $249,000 $0 $249,000
Source: Public Records

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72726982

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SALE-000033-000000-000341-000803-000803