$850,000
SOLD OCT 17, 2023
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,164 Sq Ft
4,007 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$393 Per Sq Ft

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Golf Course Community
  • Waterfront
  • Ocean View
  • Medical Services
  • 5-minute walk to Forest River Park

About This Home

As of October 2023

Indulge in year-round views of the sea and Salem Harbor at 9 Ocean Avenue, nestled in a desirable south end neighborhood. Step inside this Victorian style home and be greeted by a welcoming foyer, setting the stage for a classic and functional floor plan. The spacious eat-in kitchen offers a granite island, plenty of storage, and lovely views of the back garden, while the stunning river rock fireplace adds a touch of grandeur to the dining room. With high ceilings and tall windows, the interior is filled with natural light. A period staircase leads to the second floor with three generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom. The third floor, includes the fourth bedroom, a full bath, and a balcony perched above the rooftops offering ever changing vistas of the ocean. Small, easy to maintain back yard. Just around the corner is Salem State University and Forest River Park which offers bike paths, picnic areas and beaches. A special property in a fantastic location in vibrant Salem.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kathleen Murphy

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 09/13/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Andrea Bennett

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,741

Year Built

  • Built in 1890

Lot Details

  • 4,007 Sq Ft Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Near Conservation Area
  • Sloped Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned 2164

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,164 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Wood Flooring
  • Ocean Views

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on third floor

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Home Security

  • Storm Windows
  • Storm Doors

Parking

  • 2 Car Parking Spaces
  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 3 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Heating System Uses Steam

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2135314

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Golf Course Community
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,741

Year Built

Built in 1890

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Buyer Agency: 2.0
  • Transaction Broker: 1
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Entrance Foyer
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s), French Doors
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Oven,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Third
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Third
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Basement: Full
  • Living Area: 2164
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
  • MAIN LO: BB5918
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 392.79
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 392.79
  • MAIN SO: M59500

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Roof, Patio, Garden
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Roof, Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Ocean, Walk to, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 3

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 2135314
  • Zoning: 2164
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Sloped
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Lot Size Area: 0.09
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4007
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 511
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 8741
  • Tax Book Number: 39691

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • Waterview: Ocean

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 13, 2014
Sold by
Levine Sun H
Bought by
Levine Robert Y
Current Estimated Value
$915,601

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 27, 2004
Sold by
Richards Duane M and Donohue Tracy E
Bought by
Levine Robert Y

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 1993
Sold by
Edward R T
Bought by
Richards Duane M and Donohue Tracy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$155,700
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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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
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed $409,000 --
Deed $173,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $680,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $556,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $200,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $155,700 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $40,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/17/2023 10/17/23 Sold $850,000 0.0% $393 / Sq Ft
09/20/2023 09/20/23 Pending -- -- --
09/13/2023 09/13/23 For Sale $850,000 +15.6% $393 / Sq Ft
03/26/2021 03/26/21 Sold $735,000 +8.2% $336 / Sq Ft
02/04/2021 02/04/21 Pending -- -- --
01/29/2021 01/29/21 For Sale $679,000 -- $310 / 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 $9,194 $810,800 $220,100 $590,700
2024 $8,908 $766,600 $209,100 $557,500
2023 $8,667 $692,800 $193,100 $499,700
2022 $8,346 $629,900 $186,600 $443,300
2021 $7,623 $552,400 $173,700 $378,700
2020 $7,202 $498,400 $164,100 $334,300
2019 $7,177 $475,300 $155,700 $319,600
2018 $6,967 $453,000 $148,000 $305,000
2017 $6,840 $431,300 $124,800 $306,500
2016 $6,668 $425,500 $119,000 $306,500
2015 $6,352 $387,100 $109,400 $277,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73158933

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SALE-000033-000000-000685