3 1/2 R Buffum
Salem, MA 01970
- 3 beds
- 1 bath
- 1,989 sqft
- 5,619 sqft lot
- $351 per sqft
- 1941 build
- – on site
BACK ON THE MARKET (buyer financing fell through)! Truly unique layout: Beautifully updated, spacious ranch on historic North Salem side street. Private rear property is 5-min walk to Downtown, 30 mins to Boston by train. 3 big bedrooms w/walk-ins. Current owners are cookbook authors + enjoyed the gourmet kitchen: Granite countertops, stainless appliances, Fagor induction range, Bosch convection oven + dishwasher, artisan tile backsplash, breakfast bar + attached dining room w/built-ins. Stacked laundry in kitchen. Hardwood floors. Inviting living room w/sponge-painted Tuscan walls + working fireplace. Bathroom has double sink, roomy closet + deep tub. Fully finished, walk-up attic w/large storage crawlspaces. Tons of closet space. Huge basement w/workshop. Fully fenced yard, garden space, storage shed, front deck and back patio, 2 off-street parking spaces. Large, enclosed front porch. DEVELOPERS WELCOME: Large lot zoned for multiple units.
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Last updated Feb 20, 2025
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MLS# 73330352 —
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The Building
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Year Built:1941
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Year Built Details:Approximate
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Year Built Source:Owner
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Architectural Style:Ranch
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Construction Materials:Frame
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Roof:Shingle
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Basement:Full
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Foundation Area:99999
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Foundation Details:Concrete Perimeter
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Exterior Features:Porch - Enclosed
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Door Features:Storm Door(s)
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Window Features:Storm Window(s)
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Patio And Porch Features:Porch - Enclosed
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Building Area Total:1989
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Building Area Units:Square Feet
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Building Area Source:Owner
Interior
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Rooms Total:6
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Interior Features:Sun Room
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Living Room Level:First
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Living Room Features:Flooring - Hardwood
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Kitchen Level:First
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Kitchen Features:Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Exterior Access, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer Hookup
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Dining Room Level:First
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Dining Room Features:Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
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Flooring:Tile
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Fireplace:true
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Fireplaces Total:1
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Fireplace Features:Living Room
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Laundry Features:Electric Dryer Hookup
Room Dimensions
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Living Area:1989
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Living Area Source:Owner
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Living Room Area:252
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Living Room Length:18
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Living Room Width:14
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Kitchen Area:160
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Kitchen Length:10
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Kitchen Width:16
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Dining Room Area:88
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Dining Room Length:11
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Dining Room Width:8
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Bedroom 2 Area:165
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Bedroom 3 Area:144
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Bedroom 2 Length:15
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Bedroom 2 Width:11
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Bedroom 3 Length:12
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Bedroom 3 Width:12
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Master Bedroom Area:168
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Master Bedroom Length:14
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Master Bedroom Width:12
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Bathroom 1 Area:99
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Bathroom 1 Length:9
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Bathroom 1 Width:11
Location
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Directions:North St (Route 114) to Mason St, Right on Buffum, 3.5R is a rear lot behind 3.5 Back left lot.
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Latitude:42.525728
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Longitude:-70.902593
The Property
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Property Type:Residential
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Property Subtype:Single Family Residence
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Property Attached:false
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Lot Features:Easements
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Lot Size Units:Acres
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Lot Size Area:0.13
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Lot Size SqFt:5619.24
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Lot Size Acres:0.13
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Zoning:R2
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Fencing:Fenced/Enclosed
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Waterview:No
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Exclusions:No Exclusions At This Time.
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Waterfront:false
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Waterfront Features:Beach Front
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Farm Land Area Units:Square Feet
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Road Surface Type:Paved
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Road Frontage Type:Private Road
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Road Responsibility:Private Maintained Road
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Office phone:
- (603) 893-8230
Taxes
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Tax Year:2024
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Tax Book Number:4505
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Tax Assessed Value:555100
Beds
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Bedrooms Total:3
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Master Bedroom Level:First
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Master Bedroom Features:Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
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Bedroom 2 Level:First
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Bedroom 2 Features:Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
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Bedroom 3 Level:First
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Bedroom 3 Features:Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
Baths
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Total Baths:1
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Total Baths:1
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Full Baths:1
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Bathroom 1 Level:First
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Bathroom 1 Features:Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Vinyl, Double Vanity
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Master Bath Features:Yes
The Listing
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Home Warranty:false
Heating & Cooling
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Heating:Hot Water
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Heating:true
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Cooling:None
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Cooling:false
Utilities
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Utilities:for Electric Range
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Electric:200+ Amp Service
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Sewer:Public Sewer
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Water Source:Public
Appliances
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Appliances:Water Heater
Schools
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Elementary School:Bates Elementar
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Middle Or Junior School:Collins Middle
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High School:Salem Prep
The Community
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Subdivision Name:Rear property
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Senior Community:false
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Community Features:Public Transportation
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Spa:false
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Association:false
Parking
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Garage:false
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Parking Total:2
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Parking Features:Paved Drive
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Open Parking:true
Monthly cost estimate

Asking price
$699,900
Expense | Monthly cost |
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Mortgage
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$3,747
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Taxes | N/A |
Insurance | $192 |
Utilities | $285 See report |
Total | $4,224/mo.* |
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Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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2/20/25
Feb 20, 2025
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Relisted | MLSPIN | $699,900 | |
2/18/25
Feb 18, 2025
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Pending | MLSPIN | $699,900 | |
2/4/25
Feb 4, 2025
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Sold Subject To Contingencies | MLSPIN | $699,900 |

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