Charming 2-bed, 1-bath condo in the heart of historic Salem! Located at 88 Congress St #6, this quiet, rear-facing unit offers 493 sq ft of well-designed living space and overlooks a peaceful green space, providing a sense of calm and privacy rarely found in city living. The efficient layout maximizes every inch, making it perfect for a comfortable lifestyle with minimal upkeep. Enjoy easy access to downtown shops, restaurants, the waterfront, and public transitall just steps away. Ideal for first-time buyers, downsizers, or those seeking a low-maintenance home in a vibrant and culturally rich neighborhood.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom Level: Third
- Bedroom 2 Level: Third
- Primary Bedroom Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
- Bedroom 2 Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 4
- Entry Foyer Level: 3
- Living Room Level: Third
- Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
- Basement Description: Y
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1 Level: Third
- Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
Appliances
- Range
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Features: Baseboard
- Heating: Yes
Interior Features
Kitchen and Dining
- Kitchen Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
- Kitchen Level: Third
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres: 0.1025941
- Lot Size Square Feet: 4469
Garage and Parking
- Parking Features: Off Street
- Parking Total: 1
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Fee: 181
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Water, Insurance
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 181
Multi-Unit Info
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 1742
- Tax Block: 0217
- Source Listing Status: New
- County: Essex
- Directions: GPS
- Tax Year: 2025
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Property Subtype: condo
- Parcel Number: M:34 L:0217 S:806, 4421210
- Zoning: R3
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- for Gas Range
- Water Source: Public
Building and Construction
- Year Built: 1920
- Building Area Total: 493
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
- Property Age: 105
- Roof: Shingle
- Levels or Stories: 1
- Structure Type: Low-Rise
- Year Built Details: Actual
- Year Built Source: Public Records