36 Boardman St, Salem, MA 01970
OFF MARKET

36 Boardman St
Salem, MA 01970

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,539 sqft

$751,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 3, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,396/mo*

$751,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 3, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,396/mo*
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,539 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Dwell in this one-of-a-kind, 1890s single family in one of Salem's most sought-after neighborhoods! Oozing vintage charm, this local builder's custom home has been well-loved and maintained with steady updates. The first floor hosts skylit kitchen, parlor with beamed ceilings, sitting/family room, office or third bedroom and bath. Second floor sleeping quarters include 2 bedrooms, a capacious primary bedroom with wall-length closet, plus a second bedroom and a full sun-lit bath off the hall. Vast unfinished basement with laundry, abundant storage and easy outdoor access. A fixed doorway off the family room features a one-of-a-kind piece of Salem history: a glass and wood-framed door from the office of the original Salem Evening News! Exterior boasts a Beacon Hill-style garden area with pergola for Summer shade and a rare driveway with 2 side-by-side spaces. Between the Common & the beach at Collins Cove, proximate to all downtown conveniences and treasures including the Commuter Rail.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from October 19, 2023

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Open Spaces
Outdoor
Porch, Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
151 days ago

Home Details for 36 Boardman St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Sump Pump,ConcreteNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1539 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer HookupAppliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerLaundry: In Basement,Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer HookupRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
No FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Stained GlassFlooring: Wood, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Wood, Carpet, Flooring Wall To Wall Carpet, Flooring Wood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Porch - Enclosed, Screened, PatioFencing: Fenced/EnclosedExterior: Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Patio, Garden, OtherFoundation: StoneGarden
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 2No GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
Frontage
Waterfront: Harbor, River, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)Road Frontage: PublicResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1880
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Other (See Remarks)
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Seller's Possessions On Site.Parcel Number: M:41 L:0206, 2137995

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $550,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Sep 16 2022

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Salem

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1539 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2378 sqft

Offer

Contingencies: Pending P&SListing Terms: Contract

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73028851

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingParkWalk/Jog TrailsGolfMedical FacilityLaundromatBike PathHouse of WorshipMarinaPublic SchoolT-StationSidewalks
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Christopher Polak, (617) 686-9041
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston, (617) 266-4430
Bought with: Mindy McMahon, (617) 834-4439, Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead, (781) 631-9511
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73028851

Price History for 36 Boardman St

DatePriceEventSource
10/12/2023$662,000Sold
MLS PIN #73028851
09/12/2022$550,000ContingentMLS PIN #73028851
09/09/2022$550,000PendingToActiveMLS PIN #73028851
08/30/2022$550,000ContingentMLS PIN #73028851
08/24/2022$550,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73028851
10/28/1988$172,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Salem

Last updated April 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$568K
$12.5K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
Price per sq ft
$385
$9
MoM
Available listings
88
20
MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$6,602
Assessment$582,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 36 Boardman St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.06
Single-Family Home
$925,000
07/30/25
3
2
1,570
0.27
Single-Family Home
$700,000
05/28/26
3
1.5
1,475
0.10
Single-Family Home
$980,000
06/18/25
3
2.5
1,978
0.19
Single-Family Home
$650,000
06/26/25
2
1.5
1,014
0.12
Single-Family Home
$762,500
10/30/25
4
1.5
2,754
0.31
Single-Family Home
$699,000
11/20/25
4
2
1,512
0.55
Single-Family Home
$620,000
07/16/25
3
2
1,316
0.17
Single-Family Home
$1,150,000
05/15/26
4
2
2,326
0.47
Single-Family Home
$535,000
10/27/25
3
1.5
1,840
0.26
Single-Family Home
$335,000
08/29/25
4
2.5
1,845

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What Locals Say about Salem

At least 436 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 90 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 69 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 64 % Say car is needed

  • 61 % Say parking is easy

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 60 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 59 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 42 % Say there's wildlife

  • 34 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Melanie Lam
    "Amazing town with wonderful people! 10/10 recommend living here. Very clean and well maintained! Very diverse and accepting community as well! So much to do and see! The parks are beautiful and the beaches are fun! Great for families!"
  • Belindakindell
    "I took public transportation to Revere by way of bus and a connection at Wonderland T Station and I found it to be very efficient and very timely. There’s also a bus that goes directly into Haymarket. I’d be interested in trying that as well."
  • Cindy Paulino
    "It’s a good Neighbourhood to walk dogs family, friendly, much fun, fun fun fun fun. Any kids around the neighborhood to walk"
  • Qwtcqs9f4h
    "There can be a lot of traffic at times but I work remotely so I can’t answer too specifically. "
  • Jw4bwyxzfn
    "I drive my own vehicle. There are plenty of buses and trains and public transport that is like any other city, "
  • Chad B Perry
    " Joe has been on the field since the beginning and has been a great addition to our team and we are excited about him "
  • Roselie Samter
    "Very dog friendly. Shops have water for dogs, lots of green spaces. There are a lot of tourists. Nervous anxious dogs might feel crowded "
  • Trulia User
    "keeping eyes on each others respectful discipline and understanding, protecting eachothers, . their neighbors "
  • Trulia User
    "I've lived here for about 5 years now and it is a great neighborhood. everyone is friendly and outgoing and there is a convenience store within walking distance and a close ride to downtown Salem or peabody. "
  • Trulia User
    "my neighborhood is great because you're in between downtown Salem and the highway so you don't have to drive through Salem during Halloween at all!"
  • Trulia User
    "I live here from 1 year and i like the position near the city and highways. I dont like only that "its not the feeling of comunity and neighborhood feeling". "
  • Shannon D.
    "The dog park is great if you don’t have a yard! It’s on north street in Salem, just have to make sure to register prior to entry"
  • Credicab85
    "Ive lived here my whole life and love it friendly historic area and unique neighborhoods. Amazing to see the old houses still in perfect condition, right next to brand new construction "
  • Maxsons
    "Great parks and close to downtown activities and the museum is right there very close schools, walking distance "
  • Darlenis S.
    "Close by to where we live. Train station is about 5 minutes away and there are bus stops pretty much on every corner"
  • Pagemasterdesigns
    "I’ve lived in Salem for 26 years. Most of that time has been in South Salem. Everyone is very friendly, dog owners respectful, the city keeps it super clean. It’s a great place to live. We raised 5 children here and all attended the public schools. "
  • Ally K. S.
    "The dog park is great. They have a small one for the little pups! lots of public parks and beaches. Lots of nice land scape to look at on walks!"
  • Carl Panzram
    "My neighborhood boasts the uniquely gigantic one way street to observe all the ballin’ colonial mansions."
  • ARBrandner
    "Great access to public transit; We are close to 128/95, 1, and 1A. Traffic can be brutal in October, but is not so terrible that I would want to move. "
  • Pagemasterdesigns
    "There is great access to public transportation all around Salem. The traffic is a nightmare though. We commute to Woburn daily and must leave an hour and a half early to get there. That is the downside. Traffic in and out of Salem is horrible most days too. You have to know the back roads to get around fairly quickly "
  • Mia E. F.
    "it's a real life Halloween town with the positives of both a small town and a court all rolled into one"
  • Krystle R.
    "I don’t live in the area I work in the area every October and I love it, aside from tourist traffic but I would love to live here!"
  • Stephanie W.
    "Salem is crowded & expensive. I don’t know much about the schools, if I had to guess, I’d probably chose private school. "
  • Jennifer A. L.
    "I've lived here for 3 years and its family friendly, with people from all walks of life, we have become.close with our neighbors!"
  • Sheree
    "Just moved here and love the community vibe. Very safe and beautiful. Feels like vacation every day. "
  • Michaeldossantos83
    "nice place to walk dogs and very dog friendly. almost everyone has dogs here. also lots of interesting places and dog parks."
  • Cmsmous
    "Beautiful neighborhood I love it . Very convenient to comité to Boston using the commuter rail or boating "
  • Jaesundarkson
    "All the stores in town are very dog friendly and people have a great fondness and are very welcoming to dogs in Salem."
  • Chztruck
    "Haunted Happenings, waterfront, national park service, Peabody Essex Museum, restaurants, Ferry to Boston, commuter rail."
  • Jaydan20008
    "great place to leave quiet neighborhood everything is there and fun in Halloween i want to buy a house in salem because i fall in love with salem"
  • Sheree
    "Great area very community focused great neighbors very kid and dog friendly. Easy access to parks and water"
  • Aileen D. L. C.
    "There is a dog park nearby and everyone walks their dogs and the neighborhood is extremely Dog friendly. "
  • Tirwa_kailash2009
    "Very quite area, helpful neighbor. Walk to history of witch museum and every thing around this place. Anything leave outside will not loss and taken by anyone. "
  • Joehascrabs
    "The streets are drag racing strips from people trying to avoid the many many many traffic lights. Speed signs are not enforced on side streets so children can't play outside."
  • Jazconley
    "There are a lot of Art events, Farmers Market. Halloween is a must in October! Salem cinema, and many restaurants."

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36 Boardman St, Salem, MA 01970 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,539 sqft single-family home built in 1880. This property is not currently available for sale. 36 Boardman St was last sold on Oct 12, 2023 for $662,000 (20% higher than the asking price of $550,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 36 Boardman St is $751,200.