281 Main Street, Salem, NH 03079
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SOLD
SEP 23, 2026
Listed by Daniel Dancause, REAL Broker NH, LLC, (855) 450-0442 . Bought with Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

$530,000

Last sold price
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,638 sqft (on 0.64 acres)

281 Main Street, Salem, NH 03079

Est. Refi. Payment $3,563/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 23, 2026 for $530,000 (2% above list price)

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
29 Lawrence Rd, Salem, NH
0.27
Single-Family Home
$500,000
09/18/26
2
1
1,536
55 School Street, Salem, NH
0.34
Single-Family Home
$545,000
07/29/26
3
2
1,673
11 Marsh Avenue, Salem, NH
0.37
Single-Family Home
$587,500
11/14/25
3
1
1,300
6 Douglas Drive, Salem, NH
0.38
Single-Family Home
$660,000
12/12/25
3
1.5
1,800
40 Sherwood Circle, Salem, NH
0.51
Single-Family Home
$689,900
07/01/26
3
1
1,827
7 Douglas Dr, Salem, NH
0.37
Single-Family Home
$550,000
05/07/26
2
1
1,072
5 Canterbury Court, Salem, NH
0.16
Single-Family Home
$645,000
04/02/26
2
2
1,288
9 Dawson Avenue, Salem, NH
0.64
Single-Family Home
$640,000
06/01/26
3
1
1,792

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
6 Highland Avenue, Salem, NH 03079
0.03
$563,600
3
1
1,396
Off Market
5 Highland Avenue, Salem, NH 03079
0.05
$1,200,000
4
4
3,296
Recently Sold
273 Main Street, Salem, NH 03079
0.07
$518,900
3
1
1,500
Off Market
272 Main Street, Salem, NH 03079
0.08
$475,700
1
1
1,345
Off Market
297 Main St, Salem, NH 03079
0.14
$498,100
3
1.5
1,595
Off Market
11 School Street, Salem, NH 03079
0.16
$587,900
4
2
2,320
Off Market
16 School Street, Salem, NH 03079
0.19
$715,000
7
2
2,288
Recently Sold
5 Canterbury Court, Salem, NH 03079
0.16
$645,000
2
2
1,288
Recently Sold
20 Lawrence Road, Salem, NH 03079
0.18
$649,300
4
1.5
2,112
Off Market
17 Canterbury Court, Salem, NH 03079
0.22
$900,000
2
2.5
2,837
Recently Sold
14 Bridge Street #84/1591, Salem, NH 03079
0.27
$576,100
3
2
1,963
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 281 Main Street.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1920
0.64 acre lot
1,638 sqft
$324/sqft
Open Parking

About this House

What's unique:Main-level bedroomNewly updated bathroomSurprisingly private settingRecent sidingComfortable layoutExpansive backyard oasis
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!
281 Main Street, Salem, NH 03079 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,638 sqft single-family home built in 1920. It last sold for $530,000 on Sep 23, 2026 (2% above the $520,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $3,250/month.

Home Details for 281 Main Street

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Bulkhead,Concrete Floor,Interior Access,Interior EntryNumber of Rooms: 7
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1638 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: CableAppliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: 1st Floor LaundryMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Oil,Radiator,SteamHas CoolingAir Conditioning: OtherHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Oil
Gas & Electric
Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One HalfFloors: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Architectural ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered PorchExterior: DeckFoundation: FieldstoneHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Paved,Driveway
Pool
Pool: In GroundPool
Frontage
Road Frontage: Public
Water & Sewer
Sewer: 1000 Gallon, Leach Field
Farm & Range
Frontage Length: Road frontage: 87
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1638 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $520,000Price Per Sqft: $324/sqft

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Salem
School Information
Elementary School: William E Lancaster SchoolJr High / Middle School: Woodbury SchoolHigh School: Salem High School

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2730 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.64 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 5103368Attribution Contact: Phone: 781-850-5308Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1638Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area: 1092Below Grade Unfinished Area Source: Public RecordsBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square Feet

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 23, 2026
Source: PrimeMLS #5103368
Sold
$530,000
Sep 6, 2026
Source: PrimeMLS #5103368
Pending
$520,000
Aug 5, 2026
Source: PrimeMLS #5103368
Listed For Sale
$520,000

Market trends in Salem

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$632K
$30.42KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$336
$13MoM
Available listings
77
17MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Salem

At least 129 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 89 % Say parking is easy

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say there's wildlife

  • 63 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say it's quiet

  • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 42 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 36 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 35 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 34 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 30 % Say there are community events

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  • Derikag
    "I’ve lived here for 11 years and we are a close neighborhood with lots of children. Everyone is very friendly. "
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  • Esther416
    "I live here in Salem over 30 years it’s a good town just crowded with people from Massachusetts come to town shopping for taxes free "
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  • Minaya_joeliza
    "It’s quiet and neighbors are friendly. I also like it is close to shopping, restaurants and 93. It’s a great town to have a family. "
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  • Meagmurphy
    "15 min drive to work, Salem is a nice place to live with plenty of shops. I wish it was a little more walking friendly."
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  • Trulia User
    "Have lived here for 24 years. Raised kids here. Wonderful area, close enough to shopping, beach… but definitely has a town feel"
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  • Rob P.
    "Great town to raise a family, Great school system, full town services police fire Dpw town water. Good recreational youth sports"
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  • Joann M. Y.
    "nice and quite.lots of jobs to work to.Diversed community.friendly people.Nice environment.Lots of things to do."
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  • Minaya_joeliza
    "I see families walking their dogs but I don’t know many retailers/ restaurants that allow pets. There are not many sidewalk options even on main streets. "
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  • Minaya_joeliza
    "It is quiet but near supermarkets and parks. Great for growing families. Downtown is growing and booming "
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  • Karen H
    "Lots of dogs walking in neighborhood with owners, quiet neighborhoods, parks and trails nearby to walk dogs "
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  • Matt H.
    "This is a nice neighborhood. Very convenient and close to major highways for an easy commute elsewhere."
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  • Lex H.
    "Location, location, location. In Salem we have everything at our fingertips. No need to leave the city if you don’t want to. Coming from Boston, the tranquility is night and day. "
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  • Esther416
    "I have been living here almost 30 years and love it ❤️♥️👍 it’s quiet and great neighborhood to raise your family kids community service awesome school? My daughter went here now my grand kids are growing up in this City "
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  • Cody S.
    "I have lived in Salem for 25 years. It is a great town to live in. Salem has a small town feel, with big city potential. Salem is a great place to raise a family in. The school system in Salem is amazing!!! There is nothing bad to say about this small town. It is thirty minutes from Boston, forty minutes to the beach, an hour and a half to the mountains, an hour to the states largest lakes. Just perfect."
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  • Pamela B.
    "The schools are excellent and the neighbors are friendly and we take care of each other. The Main Street can get very busy especially during the Holidays. But it’s nice we have a lot of stores, restaurants and activities for family fun, like the newly established bike trail. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The area is fine. Quiet, friendly, access to 93. Would recommend to someone looking to live a quiet lifestyle "
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  • Pamela B.
    "The newbies watch out for each other. It is safe and there are kids around to play with. The Elementary school is within 2 blocks. My daughter loved the school and the playground. "
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  • Pamela B.
    "Where I live (near exit 2 off of Rt.93), you have easy access to the highways , including Rte 93, Rte 213 and Rte 495) and we have the Boston Express Bus Service right. For $16 one way you can get to Boston’s SouthStation or Logan Airport. "
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  • JB
    "Convenient to I-93, commuters from Salem experience some rush hour traffic, but it’s not as bad as other parts of metro Boston. "
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  • Cpmman
    "I lived here for 19 years and it's very nice place. traffic is getting very bad around here though.."
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  • Rachel B.
    "Commuting is fine for the most part, it definitely can get bad around rush our but the only main dangerous intersection would be from north main st to main st. "
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  • Rachel B.
    "The lakes are beautiful and I feel very safe living here. The street could be better lit but it’s also nice and quite."
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  • Pamela B.
    "Our neighborhood has an old Grist Mill. The neighbors house used to be a Hotel back in the early1800’s. It’s a nice quiet neighborhood and has easy access to the highway. "
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  • Joseph M.
    "is not a problem at all. I'm close to everything. It's a safe neighborhood for kids and dogs. It's super quiet but incredibly close to everything and anything "
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  • Sara
    "Great neighborhoods, community is constantly growing. Great school system. New things popping up within Salem seem to be bringing more people and traffic though the area"
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  • Mjmplasta69
    "my neighborhood is ok. big yards somewhat friendly. close to a lot of stores and resteraunts. breafast too."
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  • Djimenez426
    "Pretty awesome city with an amazing school district! I currently rent but we are looking to buy here in Salem. Make this our forever town!!!!!"
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Frequently asked questions about 281 Main Street

  • What is the price history for 281 Main Street?
    281 Main Street in Salem, NH last sold for $530,000 in September 2026.
  • Is Salem a buyer's or seller's market?
    Salem is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Salem?
    The median sale price in Salem is $632K. That is up $30.42K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Salem?
    Residents describe Salem, NH as easy to park in, dog-friendly, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Salem, NH.
  • Does 281 Main Street have air conditioning?
    Yes, 281 Main Street in Salem, NH has air conditioning.
  • Does 281 Main Street have a pool?
    Yes, 281 Main Street in Salem, NH has a pool.

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