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5 School St Unit 1

Salem, MA 01970

2 beds
2 baths
1,038 sqft
$443 per sqft
1862 build
– on site

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Charming 2-bed, 2-bath condo in the historic Cogswell Condominiums, a converted 1862 brick schoolhouse in North Salem. This 1st-floor unit blends old-world charm with modern upgrades: exposed brick, hardwood floors, and a wood-burning fireplace in the open living area. The updated kitchen boasts granite counters, stainless steel appliances, a gas stove, and a high-bar for dining. Spacious primary bedroom with walk-in closet, plus a versatile 2nd bedroom. Two renovated baths, in-unit laundry hookups, central air, and a private deck add comfort. Includes 2 deeded parking spaces. Less than a mile from Salem Train Depot (35 mins to Boston), near Rt. 114/128, and steps from downtown’s historic sites and dining. Low condo fee covers water, sewer, snow removal, and maintenance. Perfect for commuters or history lovers

Listing courtesy of MLSPIN / David Picardy / Liberty Residential Realty, LLC

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated May 12, 2025 •

MLS# 73357004 —

The Building

Year Built:

1862
Year Built Details:

Actual
Year Built Effective:

1980
Year Built Source:

Public Records
Structure Type:

Garden
Construction Materials:

Brick
Entry Level:

1
Entry Location:

Unit Placement(Below Grade,Street)
Basement:

N
Exterior Features:

Covered Patio/Deck
Patio And Porch Features:

Covered
Security Features:

Intercom
Unit Number:

1
Stories Total:

1
Stories:

1
# of Units Total:

8
Building Area Total:

1038
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Rooms Total:

4
Living Room Level:

First
Living Room Features:

Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access
Kitchen Level:

First
Kitchen Features:

Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Dining Room Level:

First
Dining Room Features:

Flooring - Hardwood
Flooring:

Tile
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Living Room
Laundry Features:

First Floor

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1038
Living Area Source:

Public Record

Location

Directions:

North Street to Schoot Street
Latitude:

42.528379
Longitude:

-70.904383

The Property

Parcel Number:

M:27 L:0081 S:801,2133023
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Condominium
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Zoning:

R1
Waterview:

No
Waterfront:

false
Waterfront Features:

Beach Front
Farm Land Area Units:

Square Feet

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2025
Tax Book Number:

38606
Tax Annual Amount:

4353
Tax Assessed Value:

383900

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

2
Master Bedroom Level:

First
Master Bedroom Features:

Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 2 Level:

First
Bedroom 2 Features:

Flooring - Hardwood

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2
Bathroom 1 Level:

First
Bathroom 2 Level:

First

The Listing

Home Warranty:

false

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Air
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

for Gas Range
Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Range

The Community

Senior Community:

false
Community Features:

Public Transportation
Spa:

false
Pets Allowed:

Yes w/ Restrictions
Association Fee:

323
Association Fee Includes:

Water
Association Fee Frequency:

Monthly

Parking

Garage:

false
Parking Total:

2
Parking Features:

Assigned

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Xfinity

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Utility Costs

$206/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
5/12/25 May 12, 2025	Sold	MLSPIN	$460,000	2.4%
4/27/25 Apr 27, 2025	Pending	MLSPIN	$449,000
4/17/25 Apr 17, 2025	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MLSPIN	$449,000

Condo Sold on 5/12/2025

$460,000

Listing provided by broker:

David Picardy

Liberty Residential Realty, LLC

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5 School St Unit 1

Salem, MA 01970