Sold
Last Sold Price
2 beds1,320 sqft
29 R Upham St, Salem, MA 01970
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.03 acresLot Size
1850Year Built
$410/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Discover this charming, cottage-style single family home set back from the busy streets of vibrant Salem - perfect for first-time buyers or anyone seeking peace & quiet without sacrificing access to shopping & entertainment. Recent upgrades include a new washer & dryer, microwave, vanity, outdoor pavers, fenced-in yard and much of the home has been painted. The stylish shiplap powder half bath was remodeled in 2019 and the eat-in style kitchen was remodeled in 2015 to include recessed lighting, sleek...Discover this charming, cottage-style single family home set back from the busy streets of vibrant Salem - perfect for first-time buyers or anyone seeking peace & quiet without sacrificing access to shopping & entertainment. Recent upgrades include a new washer & dryer, microwave, vanity, outdoor pavers, fenced-in yard and much of the home has been painted. The stylish shiplap powder half bath was remodeled in 2019 and the eat-in style kitchen was remodeled in 2015 to include recessed lighting, sleek counters, refaced cabinetry, gas oven/range and double door pantry. The gracious basement features 360 sq ft of finished space (120 sq ft unfinished) and would be a great home gym, flex office space or play area for kids. The home was wrapped in Tyvek and new vinyl ~7 years ago and has an energy efficient furnace, blown-in insulation and solar panels. This location has easy access to Route 114 and the Salem Train station making commuting and errands a breeze!
  • Listed by: Catherine Malone • MerryFox Realty
Listing closed: 01/02/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 73461288

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$570,000

Avg days on market

18

Sale-to-list ratio

104.3%

Salem, MA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of MerryFox Realty, Catherine Malone

Sold By Flow Realty, Inc., Team Smith

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Property Information for 29 R Upham Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $4,850 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • County: Essex County
  • Town: Salem
  • Area: MA-Salem
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Style: Cottage
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking Spaces Total: 2
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1850
  • Lot Size: 0.03 AC / 1,306 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Bike Path
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 1320.0
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Tile, Laminate
  • Interior Features: Closet, Lighting - Sconce, Den, Internet Available - Broadband
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband
  • Laundry Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Laminate, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Second Floor, Washer Hookup
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame, Stone
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Deck - Wood
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Description: Easements
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: 1 to 2 Mile To Beach
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Tandem, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Tandem, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Tandem, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: 110 Volts
  • Green Energy Generation: Solar
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Water: Public
  • Power Production Type: B
  • Power Production Annual: 3667
  • Power Production Annual Status: A
  • Power Production Size: 3042
  • Power Production Year Install: 2020
  • Power Production Monthly Lease Approximate: 62
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Laminate,Lighting - Overhead
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Laminate
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Laminate,Lighting - Pendant
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Closet - Linen
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Family Room
  • Family Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Laminate,Cable Hookup,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Family Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Bathroom - Half,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: See attached document for easement.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 2133237
  • Assessments: $427,700
  • Book: 38783
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: R2
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 29 R Upham Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 2, 2026

Sold

MLS PIN #73461288

$541,000
Dec 20, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73461288

Dec 20, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73461288

DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/02/2026

Sold

MLS PIN #73461288

$541,000
12/20/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73461288

12/20/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73461288

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

Public Records for 29 R Upham Street

Taxable ValueLand$168,500Additions$259,200Total$427,700
Tax Record2025$4,850 ($404 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,800 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,320 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt480 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt120 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,507 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1850Year Renovated1850ZoningR2CountyESSEXAPNSALE M:27 L:0261

Schools near 29 R Upham 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
PublicPK to 5

Horace Mann Laboratory School
PublicPK to 5

Witchcraft Heights Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Carlton 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

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 29 R Upham Street, Salem, MA 01970
$541,000
2
1,320
1,306
$337,900
3
1,680
2,520
$280,000
2
1
737
$280,000
2
1,320
1,506
$186,000
2
1,115
1,481
$175,000
2
1,099
2,178

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Listing Courtesy of MerryFox Realty, Catherine Malone

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