3 1/2 Buffum St

1,989 Sq. Ft.
$319 / Sq. Ft.
1,989
Sq. Ft.
$319
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Back on market + reduced to sell now! (Repeat failure of buyer financing has led to frustrated, motivated sellers.) 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,...Back on market + reduced to sell now! (Repeat failure of buyer financing has led to frustrated, motivated sellers.) 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/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. Large, enclosed front porch. DEVELOPERS WELCOME: Large lot zoned for multiple units. Open House 3/1-3/2 10-2pm

Property Details for 3 1/2 Buffum Street

Town
Salem
Area
MA-Salem
Architectural Style
Ranch, Bungalow
Style
Garden, Ranch, Bungalow
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
2
LISTING UPDATED: 04/03/2025 02:47 PM

Property Details for 3 1/2 Buffum Street

StatusSold
MLS #73330352
Days on Market38
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1941
CountyEssex County
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Building Information for 3 1/2 Buffum Street

Stories-Year Built1941Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,619 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,620 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,095

Property Taxes

$525

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 3 1/2 Buffum Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 1989.0
  • Color: White
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Owner
Location/School
  • Grade School: Bates Elementar
  • High School: Salem Prep
  • Middle School: Collins Middle
  • Neighborhood: Rear property
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Sun Room, Walk-up Attic
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Deck - Composite, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage Shed, Fenced Yard, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Storage Shed, Garden Area, Porch - Screened, Deck - Composite, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Lot Description: Easements, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Screened, Deck - Composite, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Bay, Harbor, Ocean, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off-Street, Deeded, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off-Street, Deeded, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Deeded, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Hot Water, Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 168.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 14.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 12.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 165.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 144.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Bedroom3 Width: 12.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 99.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Vinyl,Double Vanity
  • Bathroom1 Length: 9.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 11.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 88.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Dining Room Length: 11.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 8.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 160.0
  • 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
  • Kitchen Length: 10.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 16.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 252.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Living Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 14.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road, Dead End
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Rear lot with shared driveway. 3 1/2 R Buffum is behind 3 1/2 Buffum St.
Tax Information
  • Assessments: $555,100
  • Book: 4505
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: R2
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation Area: 99999.0
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 3 1/2 Buffum Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 3, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73330352

$635,000—
Mar 10, 2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73330352

$669,900—
Mar 10, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73330352

—
Mar 7, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73330352

—
Feb 18, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73330352

—
Feb 3, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73330352

—
Jan 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73330352

$699,900—
Jun 28, 2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73222048

$780,000—
Apr 17, 2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73222048

—
Apr 17, 2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73222048

—
Apr 10, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73222048

$729,900—
May 21, 2001

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87249895

$224,000

+7.7% / yr

Mar 25, 1994

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87228063

$132,000

+27.4% / yr

Mar 25, 1994

Sold

MLS PIN #12009130

$132,000—
Feb 25, 1994

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #12009130

—
Feb 25, 1994

Contingent

MLS PIN #12009130

—
Nov 29, 1993

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #12009130

$149,900—
Nov 16, 1993

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87229158

$121,178—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/03/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73330352

$635,000
03/10/2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73330352

$669,900
03/10/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73330352

—
03/07/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73330352

—
02/18/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73330352

—
02/03/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73330352

—
01/29/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73330352

$699,900
06/28/2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73222048

$780,000
04/17/2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73222048

—
04/17/2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73222048

—
04/10/2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73222048

$729,900
05/21/2001

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87249895

$224,000

+7.7% / yr

03/25/1994

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87228063

$132,000

+27.4% / yr

03/25/1994

Sold

MLS PIN #12009130

$132,000
02/25/1994

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #12009130

—
02/25/1994

Contingent

MLS PIN #12009130

—
11/29/1993

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #12009130

$149,900
11/16/1993

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87229158

$121,178

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 3 1/2 Buffum Street

Taxable ValueLand$187,500Additions$367,600Total$555,100
Tax Record2025$6,295 ($525 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,989 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,989 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,473 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,606 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1915ZoningR2CountyESSEXAPNSALE M:26 L:0339Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3 1/2 Buffum Street

This home is within Salem School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Bates Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Horace Mann Laboratory School
PublicPK to 5

Witchcraft Heights Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Carlton Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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