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One of Salem’s finest Georgian homes, built in 1750 for Capt. Benjamin Hodges, early sea captain & founder of Salem’s East India Marine Society (now the Peabody-Essex Museum). Part of a 4-unit association, this residence occupies the original house with antique details, including a McIntire-carved entryway, Georgian staircase with fluted balusters, and 18th/19th-century paneling. Bright & sunny, it offers modern flow for entertaining plus a charming sunroom-breakfast room overlooking the garden. Ideally located in the heart of Salem: near Salem Harbor, Derby Wharf, Maritime National Park, Salem Common, the House of the Seven Gables, and Peabody-Essex Museum. Steps from restaurants, close to Winter Island beach and Willows Park. For history lovers, it sits five doors west of Beadle’s Tavern, where the first accused witches were deposed in 1692. Minutes to the train, with 3 deeded parking spaces. A romantic, enduring home—perfect for those seeking an intact antique home in Salem’s heart.
Property Details
Price:
$975,000
MLS #:
73419951
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
4
Address:
81 Essex St # 1
Type:
Condo
Subtype:
Condominium
Neighborhood:
Downtown
City:
Salem
Listed Date:
Aug 20, 2025
State:
MA
Finished Sq Ft:
3,500
Total Sq Ft:
3,500
ZIP:
01970
Lot Size:
8,233 sqft / 0.19 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1750
Schools
Interior
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Bathrooms
3 Full Bathrooms, 2 Half Bathrooms
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Fireplaces Total
2
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Laundry Features
In Unit
Exterior
Architectural Style
Other ( See Remarks)
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/ Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T- Station
Construction Materials
Frame
Exterior Features
Fenced Yard, Garden
Parking Features
Off Street
Parking Spots
3
Roof
Shingle, Rubber
Financial
HOA Fee
$790
HOA Frequency
Monthly
HOA Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$10,198
Map
Contact Us
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CRP: Certified Relocation Professional CRS: Certified Residential Specialist GRI: Graduate of Realtors Institute CBR: Certified Buyers Representative BSBA: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Babson College 1979 MBA: Master of Business Administration. Babson College 2002 James M. Joly is President and Principal-Owner of Boardwalk Real Estate Corp.,…
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81 Essex St # 1
Salem, MA
One of Salem’s finest Georgian homes, built in 1750 for Capt. Benjamin Hodges, early sea captain & founder of Salem’s East India Marine Society (now the Peabody-Essex Museum). Part of a 4-unit association, this residence occupies the original house with antique details, including a McIntire-carved entryway, Georgian staircase with fluted balusters, and 18th/19th-century paneling. Bright & sunny, it offers modern flow for entertaining plus a charming sunroom-breakfast room overlooking the garden. Ideally located in the heart of Salem: near Salem Harbor, Derby Wharf, Maritime National Park, Salem Common, the House of the Seven Gables, and Peabody-Essex Museum. Steps from restaurants, close to Winter Island beach and Willows Park. For history lovers, it sits five doors west of Beadle’s Tavern, where the first accused witches were deposed in 1692. Minutes to the train, with 3 deeded parking spaces. A romantic, enduring home—perfect for those seeking an intact antique home in Salem’s heart.
Property Details
Price:
$975,000
MLS #:
73419959
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
4
Address:
81 Essex St # 1
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Condominium
Neighborhood:
Downtown
City:
Salem
Listed Date:
Aug 20, 2025
State:
MA
Finished Sq Ft:
3,500
Total Sq Ft:
3,500
ZIP:
01970
Lot Size:
8,233 sqft / 0.19 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1750
Schools
Interior
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Bathrooms
3 Full Bathrooms, 2 Half Bathrooms
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Fireplaces Total
2
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Laundry Features
In Unit
Exterior
Architectural Style
Other ( See Remarks)
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/ Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T- Station
Construction Materials
Frame
Exterior Features
Fenced Yard, Garden
Parking Features
Off Street
Parking Spots
3
Roof
Shingle, Rubber
Financial
HOA Fee
$790
HOA Frequency
Monthly
HOA Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$10,198
Map
Contact Us
Mortgage Calculator
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CRP: Certified Relocation Professional CRS: Certified Residential Specialist GRI: Graduate of Realtors Institute CBR: Certified Buyers Representative BSBA: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Babson College 1979 MBA: Master of Business Administration. Babson College 2002 James M. Joly is President and Principal-Owner of Boardwalk Real Estate Corp.,…
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