Last Sold Price
3 beds2,448 sqft$256/sqft
21 Buchanan Rd, Salem, MA 01970

Description

Located on one of South Salem's most desirable tree lined streets sits this lovely three bedroom, two full bathroom, single family colonial. As you enter the front door, you will notice beautiful hardwood floors throughout the first floor! A must have open kitchen concept featuring stainless steel appliances, white cabinets and granite counters that flows into a large living room with access to your back deck with overhead awning. First floor also has a charming dining room with a wood burning fire...Located on one of South Salem's most desirable tree lined streets sits this lovely three bedroom, two full bathroom, single family colonial. As you enter the front door, you will notice beautiful hardwood floors throughout the first floor! A must have open kitchen concept featuring stainless steel appliances, white cabinets and granite counters that flows into a large living room with access to your back deck with overhead awning. First floor also has a charming dining room with a wood burning fire place, perfect for cold New England winters! A side screened in porch offers a relaxing spot for your morning coffee! Upstairs, you have two generously sized bedrooms and a full bath in addition to the two floor large master bedroom. The finished basement offers space for a game room, additional living area or even an extra bedroom! Other highlights of this immaculately maintained home include a new heating system, fenced in backyard, newly painted exterior and sunshine in every room!
LISTING CLOSED: 07/01/2020 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Michael Shea • Shea Real Estate

Property Details for 21 Buchanan Road

Status
MLS #
72661695
Days on Market
20
Taxes
$6,825 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1934
Town
Salem
MLS Area
South Salem
Area
MA-Salem-South Salem, MA-Salem
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Garden, Colonial
Garage Spaces
1
Open Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
3

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$700,000

Avg days on market

19

Sale-to-list ratio

101.9%

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Shea Real Estate, Michael Shea

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead, Mary Stewart & Heather Kaznoski

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Building Information for 21 Buchanan Road

Stories-Year Built1934Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,650 SF

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$3,751 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,182

Property Taxes

$569

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 21 Buchanan Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 2448.0
  • Color: Gray
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: School Choice
  • High School: Salem High
  • Middle School: Collins
  • Neighborhood: Pickman Park neighborhood
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Basement Features: Finished, Interior Access
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Features: Sun Room, Internet Available - Unknown
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown, Security System, Window AC
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bath: No
  • Window Features: Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Screens, Professional Landscaping, Garden Area, Porch - Screened, Deck - Wood
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Deck - Wood
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Ocean, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterview Features: Marsh
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Tandem, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Tandem, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Tandem, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Steam, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 364.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Skylight,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Cable Hookup,Dressing Room,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 26.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Third Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 14.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Cable Hookup
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 45.833333
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Laminate,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom1 Length: 9.166666
  • Bathroom1 Level: Main
  • Bathroom1 Width: 5.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 50.666666
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Length: 6.333333
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 8.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 600.0
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Family Room Length: 25.0
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • Family Room Width: 24.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Recessed Lighting,Second Dishwasher,Stainless Steel Appliances,Lighting - Pendant
  • Kitchen Level: Main
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 5'7X1
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Basement is finished but not heated,the current owner uses it in the winter and it is warm from the furnace. Chandelier over kitchen island does not stay. Washer and dryer to remain as a gift. Built in mini fridge in basement to remain. Room sizes are approximate. Agent is related to the sellers.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:31 L:0299,2134040
  • Assessments: $472,300
  • Book: 19596
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Zoning: R1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 21 Buchanan Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 1, 2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72661695

$626,000
Jun 1, 2020

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72661695

Jun 1, 2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72661695

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/01/2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72661695

$626,000
06/01/2020

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72661695

06/01/2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72661695

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

Public Records for 21 Buchanan Road

Taxable ValueLand$216,500Additions$480,600Total$697,100
Tax Record2025$7,905 ($659 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,742 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,742 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt864 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,650 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1934Year Renovated1934ZoningR1CountyESSEXAPNSALE M:31 L:0299

Schools near 21 Buchanan Road

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
Horace Mann Laboratory School
PublicPK to 5

Bates
PublicPK to 5

Carlton Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Witchcraft Heights Elementary School
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

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This home: 21 Buchanan Road, Salem, MA 01970
$626,000
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