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21 West Avenue Salem — Photo 1 of 42

$599,999

21 West Avenue, Salem, MA 01970

Salem, MA 01970

Investor Analysis

Beds

Baths

SqFt

1,748

Style

Single Family

Built

1898

Charming Victorian tastefully refreshed! Recently renovated 4 bed and 2 full baths. Fresh white oak flooring, updated kitchen, lighting and bathroom. Spacious foyer with fireplace. Good Morning staircase. 1st floor laundry (with additional hookups in basement). Traditional but spacious living (w/ additional fireplace) and dining areas with classic columns and moldings. Driveway Parking for two vehicles tandem, and a large basement for storage or future finishing! Walk to Salem State University, Forest River Park and Pioneer Village. Landscaped, Beacon Hill yard w/ perennial beds and quaint back porch. Quiet Salem living close to downtown! Open House Saturday 11-1pm & Sunday 10-12pm

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Market Value Analysis

This Property

Size (SqFt) →Price →

This Property$343/sqft

Local Avg (Salem)$374/sqft

8% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 21 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Salem, MA.

Financials

Original Price$599,999

Annual Taxes$5,790

Parking

Garage0

Off-Street2

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms7

Fireplaces2

FlooringWood

BasementFull

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard

CoolingNone

WaterPublic

SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

Construction--

RoofShingle

FoundationBrick/Mortar

ZoningR1

Property & Lot

Acres0.06

SqFt Lot2,614

Lot Features--

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater • Range • Microwave • Refrigerator • Freezer • Washer • Dryer

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Highway Access • Public School • University

Geography

Property History

Listed

$599,999

Sep 17, 2026

MLS® 73579353

Expired

$649,000

Aug 31, 2026

MLS® 73547424

Listed

$649,000

Jul 9, 2026

MLS® 73547424

Population

44,738

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$85K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

50.4%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Essex County

1,060 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-11% vs the prior 12 months) — 603 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 874 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,748 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 2,614 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Full Salem, MA market report ZIP 01970 market data

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Nicholas Dicesare

Listing Office: Broad Sound Real Estate, LLC

MLS® Number: 73579353