32 Buffum St, Unit 1

1,346 Sq. Ft.
$32 / Sq. Ft.
1,346
Sq. Ft.
$32
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This 2019 renovated property, The Northfield Townhouses, was the recipient of the Salem Historic Preservation Award. Located on tree-lined Buffum St just north of the vibrant downtown, yet walking distance to the train, schools, parks, etc. The Maker's Guild and Derby Square Architects teamed up in an effort to preserve and enhance the historic features of the 1832 Edward Melcher house. The refinished original king pine floors, preserved original trim, and 2 over 2 windows along the front façade...This 2019 renovated property, The Northfield Townhouses, was the recipient of the Salem Historic Preservation Award. Located on tree-lined Buffum St just north of the vibrant downtown, yet walking distance to the train, schools, parks, etc. The Maker's Guild and Derby Square Architects teamed up in an effort to preserve and enhance the historic features of the 1832 Edward Melcher house. The refinished original king pine floors, preserved original trim, and 2 over 2 windows along the front façade give way to modern kitchens and baths and bolstered by a generous cedar fenced side-yard and patio. The 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom on three levels also boasts a bonus room off the primary suite that could provide for a study, nursery, or oversized closet. 1 Off-street parking space and landscaping/snow removal included. Wall mounted TVs and Outdoor grill to remain for tenant's use! Furniture negotiable!

Listing Agent

  1. Peter Bohlin

    Peter Bohlin

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    peter.bohlin@compass.com

    P: (617)-817-7705

Property Details for 32 Buffum Street, Unit 1

Town
Salem
Area
MA-Salem
Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
1
LISTING UPDATED: 01/26/2026 03:09 AM

Property Details for 32 Buffum Street, Unit 1

StatusActive
MLS #73471190
Days on Market5
Rental Incentives-
Available Date04/01/2026
Furnished-
Compass TypeRental
MLS TypeRental / Attached (Townhouse/Rowhouse/Duplex)
Year Built1832
CountyEssex County

Location

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Building Information for 32 Buffum Street, Unit 1

Building/Complex32 Buffum StFloor-Stories-Residences-Pet Policy-Pet Policy DetailsYes w/ RestrictionsYear Built1832Lot Size-

Property Information for 32 Buffum Street, Unit 1

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Public School
  • Living Area: 1346.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Professional Landscaping, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Utilities
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Electric
  • Heating: Yes
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Wall mounted TVs to remain for use. Outdoor grill to remain for use.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:27 L:0059 S:801,5033441
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
Income / Expenses
  • Insurance Required: Yes
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 1
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 1.0
Rental Info
Rental Info
  • Availability Date: 04-01-2026
  • Available Now: No

Property History for 32 Buffum Street, Unit 1

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73471190

$3,600
Dec 1, 2023

Rented

MLS PIN #73177014

$3,300
Nov 17, 2023

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73177014

Nov 17, 2023

Contingent

MLS PIN #73177014

Nov 17, 2023

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73177014

Nov 2, 2023

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73177014

$3,600
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/22/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73471190

$3,600
12/01/2023

Rented

MLS PIN #73177014

$3,300
11/17/2023

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73177014

11/17/2023

Contingent

MLS PIN #73177014

11/17/2023

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73177014

11/02/2023

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73177014

$3,600

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

Schools near 32 Buffum Street, Unit 1

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

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.

32 Buffum Street, Unit 1 is available for rent in Salem, MA 01970. This property was listed on January 22, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $3,600. It has been on the market for a total of 5 days and was last rented on December 1, 2023. This listing's school district is Salem School District. Nearby schools include Bates Elementary School, Horace Mann Laboratory School and Witchcraft Heights Elementary School. 32 Buffum Street, Unit 1 is a 2-bed, 3-bath, 1,346 sqft a property built in 1832.

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