NOT LISTED FOR SALE

34 Forrester St Unit 3 Salem, MA 01970

Salem Common Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $438,000 - $471,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,057 Sq Ft
2,178 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold April 17, 2020

Last sale price $310,000 $293 Per Sq Ft

Est. 48% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,919/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 4-minute walk to Swiniuch Park

About This Home

As of April 2020

WELCOME TO SALEM! Just steps from Salem Common with all the charm and character you would expect from the location, 34 Forrester St is picture perfect and ready for you to move right in. Three bedrooms, ample living space, and a large deck give plenty of space for both entertaining and relaxing. A flexible floor plan, in unit laundry, new roof, and easy on-street parking just complete the package. The association is pet friendly, so bring along your best friends! Join us at one of three open houses Thursday 2/27 5:30-7, Saturday 2/29 12-2, Sunday 3/1 12-2.

Last Listed By

Kristin Weekley

Leading Edge Real Estate Listed on: 02/25/2020

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,538

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 2,178

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Basement

Community Details

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,538

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: Detached
  • Other Agent: 2.00
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 283.73
  • Comp Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Unit Building: 3
  • Unit Level: 3
  • Unit Placement: Top/Penthouse
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1900

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • No Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: Third Floor, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: Third Floor, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: On Level: Third Floor, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • No Rooms: 6
  • Kitchen: On Level: Third Floor, Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Lighting - Overhead
  • Laundry: On Level: Third Floor, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Living Room: On Level: Third Floor, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
  • Basement: Y
  • Other Room 1: Name: Foyer, On Level: Third Floor, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Other Room 2: Name: Play Room, On Level: Third Floor, Flooring - Hardwood
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: AN1199
  • Main So: C95098
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1057.00

Exterior Features

  • Beachfront Flag: Yes
  • Beach Miles To: 1/10 to 3/10
  • Construction: Frame
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Exterior: Vinyl
  • Insulation Feature: Full
  • Exterior Unit Features: Deck

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Electric Features: 110 Volts, 100 Amps
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas
  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • HOA Fees: 300.00
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Extra Storage, Reserve Funds
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Management: Owner Association

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 277700.00
  • Acre: 0.05
  • Lot Size: 2310.00
  • Page: 003
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 4013.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4680426

Multi Family

  • No Units: 3
  • No Units Owner Occ: 2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 25, 2020
Closed on
Mar 31, 2020
Sold by
Gilmore Jennifer S
Bought by
Simonson Joel and Wassinger Claire
Seller's Agent
Kristin Weekley
Leading Edge Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jeffrey Terlik
Keller Williams Realty Evolution
List Price
$299,900
Sold Price
$310,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,100
3.37%
Total Days on Market
8
Current Estimated Value
$458,373

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$148,373
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.58%
Original Mortgage
$235,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2011
Sold by
Carpenter Stephanie L
Bought by
Gilmore Jennifer S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,405
Interest Rate
4.15%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 29, 2010
Sold by
Rinehart Todd
Bought by
Carpenter Stephanie L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$170,400
Interest Rate
5.02%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 24, 2007
Sold by
Sweetser Craig P and Sweetser Sandra A
Bought by
Rinehart Todd

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$154,400
Interest Rate
6.15%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 6, 2006
Sold by
Sweetser Craig P
Bought by
Sweetser Craig P

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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Simonson Joel $310,000 None Available
Gilmore Jennifer S $189,900 --
Carpenter Stephanie L $213,000 --
Rinehart Todd $193,000 --
Sweetser Craig P -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Gilmore Jennifer S $235,000
Previous Owner Gilmore Jennifer S $48,300
Previous Owner Sweetser Craig P $180,405
Previous Owner Sweetser Craig P $170,400
Previous Owner Sweetser Craig P $154,400
Previous Owner Sweetser Craig P $28,950
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/17/2020 04/17/20 Sold $310,000 +3.4% $293 / Sq Ft
03/04/2020 03/04/20 Pending -- -- --
02/25/2020 02/25/20 For Sale $299,900 -- $284 / Sq Ft
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 $4,538 $400,200 $0 $400,200
2024 $4,442 $382,300 $0 $382,300
2023 $4,313 $344,800 $0 $344,800
2022 $4,183 $315,700 $0 $315,700
2021 $4,101 $297,200 $0 $297,200
2020 $4,013 $277,700 $0 $277,700
2019 $3,808 $252,200 $0 $252,200
2018 $3,534 $229,800 $0 $229,800
2017 $3,464 $218,400 $0 $218,400
2016 $3,277 $209,100 $0 $209,100
2015 $3,280 $199,900 $0 $199,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72623909

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SALE-000041-000000-000200-000803-000803