RENTED MAY 14, 2025

278 Lafayette St Unit 2 Salem, MA 01970

South Salem Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
950 Sq Ft
-- Built

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of May 2025

Welcome to 278 Lafayette Street, Unit 2 – a beautifully maintained, sun-splashed condo in the vibrant heart of Salem. This spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath home blends historic charm with modern updates, offering an ideal setting for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone looking to enjoy the North Shore lifestyle. Step inside to find a warm and inviting floor plan with hardwood floors throughout, high ceilings, and large windows that flood the space with natural light. The bedroom is generously sized with great closet space, while the full bath has been updated. Additional perks include in-unit laundry, private deck space, extra storage in the basement, and off-street parking – a rare find in Salem! Located just minutes from Salem State University, downtown shops, restaurants.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Scott Martin

Martin Property Management Listed on: 04/24/2025

Last Renter's Agent

Scott Martin

Martin Property Management Listed on: 04/24/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Parking

  • 1 Car Parking Space

Interior Spaces

  • 950 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Oil

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $2,000
  • Rent includes heat
  • 12 Month Lease Term
  • Assessor Parcel Number 4078734

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
  • Lease Term: Term of Rental(12)
  • Available Now: Yes
  • Deposit Required: Yes
  • FIRST MON REQD: Yes
  • INSURANCE REQD: No
  • LAST MON REQD: No
  • REFERENCES REQD: Yes
  • SEC DEPOSIT: 2000

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Entry Level: 2
  • CoOp Comp: none
  • ResoPropertyType: ResidentialLease
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Owner
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Features: In Building
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 950
  • Living Area: 950
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN0136
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 2.11
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 2.11
  • MAIN SO: AN0136

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Wood
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Heating: Oil
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating YN: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, House of Worship, Public School, University
  • Rent Includes: Heat
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 2

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4078734
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

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
05/14/2025 05/14/25 Rented $2,000 0.0% --
05/01/2025 05/01/25 Under Contract -- -- --
04/24/2025 04/24/25 For Rent $2,000 +40.4% --
11/15/2017 11/15/17 Rented $1,425 -1.7% --
10/20/2017 10/20/17 Under Contract -- -- --
10/11/2017 10/11/17 For Rent $1,450 0.0% --
10/05/2017 10/05/17 Off Market $1,450 -- --
10/02/2017 10/02/17 For Rent $1,450 -- --
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

    14 Total Sales

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  • Sean Connelly

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Sean Connelly

    William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

    (781) 631-2330

    2 in this area

    96 Total Sales

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  • Jacqueline Polimeni

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Jacqueline Polimeni

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead

    (781) 929-8535

    25 Total Sales

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73364293

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SALE M:33 L:0369

Massachusetts Essex County Salem 01970 South Salem

278 Lafayette St Unit 2, Salem, MA

This home is located at 278 Lafayette St Unit 2, Salem, MA 01970 since 24 April 2025. 278 Lafayette St Unit 2 is a home located in Essex County with nearby schools including Saltonstall School, Carlton Elementary School, and Horace Mann Laboratory.

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