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$520,000

Under contract
281 Main Street
Salem, NH 03079
Listed by Daniel Dancause · REAL Broker NH, LLC
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1
Living area
N/A
Year built
1920

About this home

Don't be fooled by the address! Set nicely back from the road, this well cared for home offers a comfortable layout and a surprisingly private setting with an expansive backyard oasis - perfect for outdoor play & entertaining. A charming 3-bed Bungalow near town center - just far enough from the hustle of Broadway, while still within easy reach of Tuscan Village, Canobie, and all of Salem's best amenities. The versatile interior layout is well suited to a wide range of lifestyles and work from home needs. The main-level bedroom is thoughtfully positioned just off the stairway, offering a comfortable balance of privacy and connection to the remaining bedrooms upstairs. Recent siding, windows, roof, front porch, & more; plus a newly updated bathroom all bring modern comfort to this classic bungalow, while still leaving room for further updates and equity gains. Don't miss your chance!

Property details

MLS
Prime MLS
MLS #
5103368
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
N/A
Status
Under contract
Days on market
6
On market date
N/A
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
1
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
0.64 acres

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Salem, from live MLS data.

On the market 6 days -- 68 fewer days than Salem's current average of 74 days.
For reference, the median list price across 119 active listings in Salem right now is $495,000.

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$104,000 down
$416,000 loan
Principal & interest$2,698
Property tax (est.)$433
Home insurance (est.)$150

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