HomeSalem5+ Family - 5+ Units Up/Down393 Essex St, Salem MA 01970
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$1,875,000
393 Essex St, Salem MA 01970
5 units · 6 bd · 7 ba · 5,345 sqft · $375,000/unit
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About this property

In Salem’s coveted McIntire Historic District, this grand mid-18th-century residence offers a rare marriage of historic character and turnkey investment potential. Sensitively converted into five residences and renovated to the studs in 2022, the property retains remarkable period details, including a graceful three-story Federal staircase, wainscoting and glorious paneled walls. Generating approximately $160K annually, it is equally compelling as a pure investment or for an owner who wants to live beautifully while four additional units offset carrying costs. The sprawling first-floor residence feels more like a private home, with two ensuite bedrooms, gracious living and dining rooms, original interior shutters, and a serious cook’s kitchen with an 8-burner commercial range and abundant wood and quartz counters. The dining room opens private yard with an intricate bluestone patio, generous lawn and private parking. Four additional one-bedroom apartments above offer strong rental appeal. Each unit has separately metered gas and electric, its own HVAC and hot water, while the building is fully sprinklered and fire monitored. All this less than 30 seconds from fabled Chestnut Street and moments from downtown Salem’s restaurants, shops and commuter rail.

Property details

Units5
Living area5,345 sqft
Lot size9,030 sqft
Year built1775
Price / sqft$351
CountyEssex
MLS #73580463

Listing status

Days on market0 days
Listed onSeptember 21, 2026

Taxes & financials

Annual property tax$17,669
Tax year2026
Assessed value$1,639,100
ZoningB1
Gross income (actual)$160,800/yr
Net operating income (actual)$120,302/yr
Total actual rent$13,400/mo
Electric expense$750/yr
Insurance expense$10,300/yr

Building & lot

Stories5
Total rooms17
Lot size0.21 acres
Garage spaces0
Parking spaces8
ParkingOff Street
BasementFull
FoundationStone, Granite
RoofShingle
ConstructionFrame

Utilities & systems

SewerPublic Sewer
WaterPublic

Location

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Questions & answers

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How many units does 393 Essex St, Salem MA 01970 have?

It is a 5-unit multi-family property with 5,345 sqft of living area, built in 1775.

How long has 393 Essex St, Salem MA 01970 been on the market?

393 Essex St, Salem MA 01970 has been listed for 0 days (since September 21, 2026).

What is the price per unit?

At a list price of $1,875,000 across 5 units, that works out to roughly $375,000 per unit.

What are the property taxes on 393 Essex St, Salem MA 01970?

Annual property taxes are $17,669 (2026), on an assessed value of $1,639,100.

What is the price per square foot?

At $1,875,000 for 5,345 sqft, that's about $351 per square foot.

Is there parking?

8 total parking spaces (off street).

Where is this property located?

393 Essex St, Salem MA 01970 is in Salem, Essex County, MA 01970.

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Justin Rollo, Broker Associate at Signal Real Estate
Justin RolloBroker Associate, Signal Real Estate · MA Lic. #9534264

Justin Rollo is a Broker Associate with Signal Real Estate (MA Lic. #9534264) and a lifelong Massachusetts resident. Over 14 years and hundreds of transactions, he has worked investment properties — multi-families and house-hacking — across Greater Boston full-time. Away from real estate, Justin is a proud dad, youth coach and local school-committee member — and a former professional poker player who still loves golf and following local sports.

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