$322,000
SOLD DEC 2, 2019

270 Lafayette St Unit 3 Salem, MA 01970

South Salem Neighborhood
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,209 Sq Ft
10,454 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$266 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

36 Days on Market

About This Home

As of October 2023

From the moment you enter the front foyeur of this charming Victorian you will be completely taken with the appeal and lifestyle that is the essence of this unique penthouse condominium home. The open floor plan is a delight - from the large well appointed kitchen featuring butcher block counters, stainless appliances, tons of cabinet space and attractive island to the spacious, bright and inviting living room and sitting room located in the "turret". The master suite features good closet space and en-suite bath. With hardwood floors throughout, great nooks and angles, 2-car parking, plenty of storage and outdoor space this condo offers the warmth, charm and functionality you would expect from a special home. Close to the train, restaurants, museums, shops, ferry to Boston - take advantage of everything downtown Salem has to offer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Team Harborside

Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 09/10/2019

Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listed By

Matthew Dolan

Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Gordon Thornton

AA Premier Properties, LLC License #597510983

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,145

Year Built

  • Built in 1880

Kitchen

  • Range<<rangeHoodToken>>
  • <<microwave>>
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Heating System Uses Oil

Additional Features

  • Basement

Community Details

  • Pets Allowed

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:33 L:0371 S:803

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,145

Year Built

Built in 1880

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: Mid-Rise
  • Other Agent: 1.50
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 268.73
  • Comp Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Unit Building: 3
  • Unit Level: 3
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1880

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
  • No Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • No Rooms: 5
  • Basement: Y
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: AN4471
  • Main So: AN0992
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1209.00

Exterior Features

  • Beach Ownership: Public
  • Beachfront Flag: Yes
  • Beach Miles To: 1/2 to 1 Mile
  • Exterior: Vinyl

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Oil

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • HOA Fees: 250.00
  • Association Fee Includes: Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Reserve Funds
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Management: Owner Association

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 296500.00
  • Acre: 0.24
  • Lot Size: 10454.00
  • Page: 245
  • Parcel Number: M:33 L:0371 S:803
  • Zoning: R3

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 4477.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4078730

Multi Family

  • No Units: 3
  • No Units Owner Occ: 3

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 4, 2021
Closed on
May 14, 2021
Sold by
Lambert Alexander F
Bought by
Bryant Andrew and Morgan Lindsey R
Seller's Agent
Nick Daher
Broad Sound Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Button and Co.
LAER Realty Partners
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$415,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,100
3.78%
Current Estimated Value
$510,536

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$95,536
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.12%
Original Mortgage
$402,550
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 10, 2019
Closed on
Nov 13, 2019
Sold by
Hoppe Dustin and Mayorga Marcela
Bought by
Lambert Alexander F
Seller's Agent
Team Harborside
Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Gordon Thornton
AA Premier Properties, LLC
List Price
$349,900
Sold Price
$322,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$27,900
-7.97%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.12%
Original Mortgage
$316,167
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 2005
Sold by
Mannion Gina and Mannion Sean
Bought by
Demirbilek Ahmet Tansu

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$223,200
Interest Rate
6.14%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 2004
Sold by
Johansson Shirley A and Webber Shirley
Bought by
Mannion Sean and Pitale Gina T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$223,400
Interest Rate
5.99%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 2001
Sold by
Newburg Stephen F
Bought by
Webber Shirley
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 $415,000 None Available
Condominium Deed $322,000 --
Deed $279,000 --
Deed $279,500 --
Deed $182,049 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $446,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $402,550 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $316,167 FHA
Previous Owner $239,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $193,375 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $223,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $27,900 No Value Available
Previous Owner $223,400 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/27/2023 10/27/23 Sold $460,000 -1.1% $380 / Sq Ft
09/27/2023 09/27/23 Pending -- -- --
09/18/2023 09/18/23 Price Changed $464,900 -2.1% $385 / Sq Ft
09/06/2023 09/06/23 For Sale $474,900 +14.4% $393 / Sq Ft
05/14/2021 05/14/21 Sold $415,000 +3.8% $343 / Sq Ft
03/17/2021 03/17/21 Pending -- -- --
03/04/2021 03/04/21 For Sale $399,900 +24.2% $331 / Sq Ft
12/02/2019 12/02/19 Sold $322,000 -0.9% $266 / Sq Ft
10/16/2019 10/16/19 Pending -- -- --
09/16/2019 09/16/19 Price Changed $324,900 -7.1% $269 / Sq Ft
09/10/2019 09/10/19 For Sale $349,900 +17.0% $289 / Sq Ft
05/30/2017 05/30/17 Sold $299,000 +3.5% $247 / Sq Ft
04/10/2017 04/10/17 Pending -- -- --
04/05/2017 04/05/17 For Sale $289,000 0.0% $239 / Sq Ft
09/30/2015 09/30/15 Rented $1,750 0.0% --
09/25/2015 09/25/15 Under Contract -- -- --
09/14/2015 09/14/15 Price Changed $1,750 -2.8% $1 / Sq Ft
08/04/2015 08/04/15 For Rent $1,800 0.0% --
09/25/2014 09/25/14 Rented $1,800 -5.3% --
08/26/2014 08/26/14 Under Contract -- -- --
08/13/2014 08/13/14 For Rent $1,900 -- --
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 $5,145 $453,700 $0 $453,700
2024 $5,199 $447,400 $0 $447,400
2023 $5,044 $403,200 $0 $403,200
2022 $5,042 $380,500 $0 $380,500
2021 $4,419 $320,200 $0 $320,200
2020 $4,576 $316,700 $0 $316,700
2019 $4,477 $296,500 $0 $296,500
2018 $4,368 $284,000 $0 $284,000
2017 $4,255 $268,300 $0 $268,300
2016 $4,030 $257,200 $0 $257,200
2015 $4,147 $252,700 $0 $252,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72562181

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SALE-000033-000000-000371-000803-000803