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
Sold for $460,000 on 05/12/25
$460,000
5 School St APT 1, Salem, MA 01970
2beds
1,038sqft
Condominium
Built in 1862
-- sqft lot
$454,500 Zestimate®
$443/sqft
$2,915 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: May 12, 2025 at 11:01am
Listed by:
David Picardy,
Liberty Residential Realty, LLC,
David Picardy
Bought with:
Hilary Foutes
Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73357004
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: First
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: First Floor, In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Laminate
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,038
- Total interior livable area: 1,038 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,038
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Assigned
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Below Grade,Street)
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Exterior features: Covered Patio/Deck
- Waterfront features: Beach Front, Harbor, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Details
- Parcel number: M:27 L:0081 S:801,2133023
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- Year built: 1862
- Major remodel year: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Intercom
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
Location
- Region: Salem
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $323 monthly
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
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Estimated market value
$454,500