SALEM MA HOMES AND REAL ESTATE FOR SALE
Find Your Place in Salem, Massachusetts!
Looking for a North Shore city where four centuries of history meet a walkable, year-round downtown? Salem might be it.
Settled in 1626 by Roger Conant, four years before Boston, Salem is one of the oldest communities in New England and is home to about 44,000 residents today. It sits roughly 15 miles northeast of Boston, bordered by Beverly, Danvers, Peabody, Lynn, Swampscott, and Marblehead, with Salem Harbor along its eastern edge.
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1 Bed 1 Bath 686 SqFt$469,900Active - 1/13 13
3 Beds 3 Baths 2,076 SqFt$650,000Open Sat 11AM-12PM - 1/37 37
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,274 SqFt$699,900Open Sat 12PM-1:30PM - 1/23 23
3 Beds 2.5 Baths 2,680 SqFt$1,079,000Open Thu 4:30PM-6PM - 1/42 42
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,455 SqFt$1,199,000Open Sun 11:30AM-1PM - 1/23 23
2 Beds 2.5 Baths 877 SqFt$619,000Open Sun 10AM-11:30AM - 1/28 28
6 Beds 2 Baths 2,384 SqFt$849,000Open Sat 12PM-1:30PM - 1/24 24
3 Beds 1.5 Baths 1,287 SqFt$595,000New - 1/30 30
8 Beds 6.5 Baths 5,795 SqFt$1,625,000New
Living in Salem, Massachusetts
Salem's history runs deeper than the 1692 witch trials that made it famous. In the years after the Revolution it was one of the busiest ports in the country, and that trade built the Federal-style mansions that still line Chestnut Street. The Peabody Essex Museum, founded in 1799, anchors downtown alongside the House of the Seven Gables, the National Park Service's Salem Maritime site, and Salem State University. Pickering Wharf and the working harbor give the city a genuine waterfront feel, while Salem Common and the historic district keep the center walkable.
Salem Public Schools serves the city, with Collins Middle School and Salem High School. Salem station on the MBTA's Newburyport/Rockport Line puts Boston's North Station about half an hour away, and Routes 1A, 107, and 114 connect to Route 128 and I-95. In the warmer months, a seasonal ferry also runs between Salem and Boston.
Whether you're searching for a Federal-era home near the Common, a condo in a converted mill or waterfront building, or a multi-family close to the train, Salem offers a lifestyle that's hard to match nearby. Explore homes for sale in Salem today, and let's find the property that fits your next chapter.
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Salem, MA Frequently Asked Questions
Is Salem, MA a good place to live?
For people who want walkable history, a working waterfront, and an easy train ride to Boston, Salem is a strong fit. Its downtown blends Federal-era architecture with restaurants, shops, and institutions like the Peabody Essex Museum and Salem State University, giving the city a year-round character that goes well beyond its reputation as a Halloween destination.
What towns border Salem, Massachusetts?
Salem is bordered by Beverly to the north, Danvers to the northwest, Peabody to the west, Lynn to the south, and Swampscott and Marblehead to the southeast, with Salem Harbor forming its eastern edge. The city sits about 15 miles northeast of Boston.
Does the MBTA serve Salem?
Yes. Salem station is a stop on the MBTA Commuter Rail's Newburyport/Rockport Line, and trains reach Boston's North Station in about half an hour. Local MBTA bus routes also serve the city, and a seasonal ferry runs between Salem and Boston in the warmer months.
What school district is Salem part of?
Salem is served by Salem Public Schools, which includes several elementary schools, Collins Middle School, and Salem High School, the district's comprehensive public high school for grades 9 through 12.
What types of homes can you find in Salem?
Salem's housing stock is known for its historic character, including Federal, Colonial, and Victorian homes in and around the downtown historic district. The city also offers a strong mix of condos, many in converted mill and waterfront buildings, along with multi-family homes and some waterfront properties.
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