RENTED AUG 14, 2025

278 Lafayette St Unit 1 Salem, MA 01970

South Salem Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
800 Sq Ft
2,482 Sq Ft Lot

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Deck
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Medical Services
  • Property is near public transit
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of August 2025

Available Now Grand Victorian with Timeless CharmThis expansive 3-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers over 2,400 sq ft of living space on the first floor of a stately Victorian mansion. With seven decorative fireplaces, soaring ceilings, and beautiful hardwood floors, this home has historic character and warmth in every corner. The layout includes a large living room, formal dining space, library, and generously sized bedrooms—all with period details and natural light.Enjoy a fully equipped big kitchen with granite countertops, in-unit washer and dryer, and 2 off-street parking spaces. Heat and hot water are included. Located close to downtown Salem, Salem State, parks, and public transit.Cats are allowed, and small dogs,NO SMOKING ** ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED**First Option- First month, Security Deposit. NO BROKER'S FEE!Second Option - First month, Cashless Security Deposit. NO BROKER'S FEE!

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Scott Martin

Martin Property Management Listed on: 07/19/2025

Last Renter's Agent

Scott Martin

Martin Property Management Listed on: 07/19/2025

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1891

Lot Details

  • 2,482

Parking

  • 2 Car Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Apartment
  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 800 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • 2,482 Sq Ft Lot
  • No Cooling

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $3,400
  • Property Available on 8/1/25
  • Rent includes heat, hot water, sewer, trash collection, snow removal
  • Assessor Parcel Number 4078734

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Park

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Year Built

Built in 1891

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Available Date: 2025-08-01
  • Lease Term: Lease Terms(12),Term of Rental(12)
  • Available Now: No
  • Deposit Required: Yes
  • FIRST MON REQD: Yes
  • INSURANCE REQD: Yes
  • LAST MON REQD: No
  • REFERENCES REQD: Yes
  • SEC DEPOSIT: 3400

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Apartment
  • Year Built: 1891
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Features: In Building
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 800
  • Living Area: 800
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN0136
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 4.25
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 4.25
  • MAIN SO: AN0136

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Waterfront Features: 1 to 2 Mile To Beach
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling Y N: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, House of Worship, Marina, Private School
  • Rent Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 1

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4078734
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2482
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/14/2025 08/14/25 Rented $3,400 0.0% --
08/10/2025 08/10/25 Under Contract -- -- --
07/19/2025 07/19/25 For Rent $3,400 +47.8% --
05/17/2018 05/17/18 Rented $2,300 0.0% --
04/22/2018 04/22/18 Under Contract -- -- --
03/01/2018 03/01/18 Price Changed $2,300 -8.0% $1 / Sq Ft
02/19/2018 02/19/18 Price Changed $2,500 -3.8% $1 / Sq Ft
02/09/2018 02/09/18 For Rent $2,600 -- --
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Scott Martin

    Landlord's Agent in 2025

    Scott Martin

    Martin Property Management

    (781) 236-3735

    17 Total Sales

    Scott Martin
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  • Sean Connelly

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Sean Connelly

    William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

    (781) 631-2330

    2 in this area

    87 Total Sales

    Sean Connelly
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  • Elizabeth Rossman

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Elizabeth Rossman

    Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty

    2 Total Sales

    Elizabeth Rossman
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73406954

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SALE M:33 L:0369

Massachusetts Essex County Salem 01970 South Salem

278 Lafayette St Unit 1, Salem, MA

This home is located at 278 Lafayette St Unit 1, Salem, MA 01970 since 19 July 2025. This property was built in 1891. 278 Lafayette St Unit 1 is a home located in Essex County with nearby schools including Saltonstall School, Carlton Elementary School, and Horace Mann Laboratory.

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