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159 Lafayette

159 Lafayette, Salem, MA, 01970

YEAR BUILT

1914

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

6

UNIT SIZE RANGE

1,048-1,141 sqft

Description

159 Lafayette stands in Salem, at the corner of Lafayette Street. This low-rise building has 1 story and contains 6 condominium units. It was constructed in 1914, showcasing simple architecture typical of that era. The property fits nicely into the surrounding area. Unit sizes range from 1,048 to 1,141 square feet. Each unit includes 2 bedrooms, providing ample space for small families or roommates. Prices for the units range from $214,000 to $215,000. This pricing gives options for various budgets while staying competitive in the market. Nearby attractions include several dining options. Lisa's Family Pizzeria and The Babe are just a short walk away, perfect for casual meals. For grocery needs, Lafayette Market is close by, offering everyday essentials. Public transportation options add to the building's accessibility. The building is close to parks, providing green space for outdoor activities. It is also near the Danvers River, adding a nice natural backdrop to the area. The intersection of Bridge Street and River Street offers easy access to main roads, making travel straightforward. On-site amenities support comfortable living. Residents benefit from public transportation nearby, making commutes hassle-free. Living here provides a balance of urban conveniences and a cozy neighborhood feel. The property caters well to those looking for a low-rise condo in a friendly community.

Building ImageMLS ID #71903674
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159 Lafayette

159 Lafayette, Salem, MA, 01970

YEAR BUILT

1914

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

6

UNIT SIZE RANGE

1,048-1,141 sqft

Description

159 Lafayette stands in Salem, at the corner of Lafayette Street. This low-rise building has 1 story and contains 6 condominium units. It was constructed in 1914, showcasing simple architecture typical of that era. The property fits nicely into the surrounding area. Unit sizes range from 1,048 to 1,141 square feet. Each unit includes 2 bedrooms, providing ample space for small families or roommates. Prices for the units range from $214,000 to $215,000. This pricing gives options for various budgets while staying competitive in the market. Nearby attractions include several dining options. Lisa's Family Pizzeria and The Babe are just a short walk away, perfect for casual meals. For grocery needs, Lafayette Market is close by, offering everyday essentials. Public transportation options add to the building's accessibility. The building is close to parks, providing green space for outdoor activities. It is also near the Danvers River, adding a nice natural backdrop to the area. The intersection of Bridge Street and River Street offers easy access to main roads, making travel straightforward. On-site amenities support comfortable living. Residents benefit from public transportation nearby, making commutes hassle-free. Living here provides a balance of urban conveniences and a cozy neighborhood feel. The property caters well to those looking for a low-rise condo in a friendly community.

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Description

159 Lafayette stands in Salem, at the corner of Lafayette Street. This low-rise building has 1 story and contains 6 condominium units. It was constructed in 1914, showcasing simple architecture typical of that era. The property fits nicely into the surrounding area. Unit sizes range from 1,048 to 1,141 square feet. Each unit includes 2 bedrooms, providing ample space for small families or roommates. Prices for the units range from $214,000 to $215,000. This pricing gives options for various budgets while staying competitive in the market. Nearby attractions include several dining options. Lisa's Family Pizzeria and The Babe are just a short walk away, perfect for casual meals. For grocery needs, Lafayette Market is close by, offering everyday essentials. Public transportation options add to the building's accessibility. The building is close to parks, providing green space for outdoor activities. It is also near the Danvers River, adding a nice natural backdrop to the area. The intersection of Bridge Street and River Street offers easy access to main roads, making travel straightforward. On-site amenities support comfortable living. Residents benefit from public transportation nearby, making commutes hassle-free. Living here provides a balance of urban conveniences and a cozy neighborhood feel. The property caters well to those looking for a low-rise condo in a friendly community.

159 Lafayette Key Stats Last 12 months

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Glen Gardens Estate Availability & Demand

Unit Availability

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High availability buildings list units frequently.

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Unit Demand

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Unit Demand is a measure of quickly units in a particular building sell as compared with other buildings in the neighborhood. Units in high-demand buildings sell more quickly.

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159 Lafayette Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 44114121772015-11-30
MLS#: 71903674
Closed$215,000
Unit 33106421732015-08-21
MLS#: 71853814
Closed$214,000
Unit 3
3

2 Beds

1 Baths

1064 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2015-08-21Closed$214,000
MLS#: 71853814
Days On Market73
Unit 4
4

2 Beds

1 Baths

1141 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2015-11-30Closed$215,000
MLS#: 71903674
Days On Market77
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Amenities

Life at 159 Lafayette isn’t just about the living space; it’s about the lifestyle too. The building offers easy access to public transportation, making commuting or exploring the city a breeze. Want some fresh air? Enjoy nearby parks that provide a perfect backdrop for picnics, walks, or simply enjoying the outdoors. This living experience is designed to combine nature with urban life in a way that resonates with young professionals and new families alike.

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Amenities Description

Life at 159 Lafayette isn’t just about the living space; it’s about the lifestyle too. The building offers easy access to public transportation, making commuting or exploring the city a breeze. Want some fresh air? Enjoy nearby parks that provide a perfect backdrop for picnics, walks, or simply enjoying the outdoors. This living experience is designed to combine nature with urban life in a way that resonates with young professionals and new families alike.

Parking
Parking
Locker
Locker
Concierge
Concierge
Elevator(s)
Elevator(s)
Central AC
Central AC
Pool
Pool
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
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Visitors Parking
Visitors Parking

Policies

When it comes to living at 159 Lafayette, building policies are straightforward and friendly. Whether you’re a pet lover or have visitors staying over, you’ll find it easy to feel at home. The community's welcoming spirit is part of why this condo is an attractive option for first-time buyers.

Pet Allowed
Pet Allowed
BBQ Permitted
BBQ Permitted
Sublet Allowed
Sublet Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed

Compare with Buildings in the Neighbourhood (Last 12 Months)

Compare building's average price/sq. ft. and HOA fees/sq. ft. to buildings nearby

Building NameAvg price per square footAVG HOA FEE per square foot (Monthly)
159 Lafayette--
160 Lafayette St$388/sqft.$5 /sqft.
Harbors Edge$308/sqft.$4 /sqft.
41 Harbor St$308/sqft.$4 /sqft.
18 Ropes St$412/sqft.$3 /sqft.
Fairview Condominium$412/sqft.$3 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

Situated in The Point, 159 Lafayette is surrounded by schools within a 2-mile radius. Nearby educational options simplify school commutes and daily schedules. Families enjoy improved convenience and accessibility. This well-connected area supports long-term residential living.

The Phoenix School

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Private|Grades KG–8
89 Margin St|0.18 miles away

Saltonstall School

C-
Public|Grades KG–8
211 Lafayette St|0.2 miles away

Salem Academy Charter School

B
Public|Grades 6–12
45 Congress St, Sh...|0.27 miles away

New Liberty Innovation School

F
Public|Grades 9–12
2 E India Square M...|0.42 miles away

Salem Preparatory High School

--
Public|Grades 9–12
2 Museum Place Mal...|0.43 miles away

Collins Middle School

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
29 Highland Ave|0.65 miles away
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Schools

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Description

Situated in The Point, 159 Lafayette is surrounded by schools within a 2-mile radius. Nearby educational options simplify school commutes and daily schedules. Families enjoy improved convenience and accessibility. This well-connected area supports long-term residential living.

The Phoenix School

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Private|Grades KG–8
89 Margin St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Saltonstall School

C-
Public|Grades KG–8
211 Lafayette St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Salem Academy Charter School

B
Public|Grades 6–12
45 Congress St, Sh...|Less than 1 Mile Away

New Liberty Innovation School

F
Public|Grades 9–12
2 E India Square M...|Less than 1 Mile Away

Salem Preparatory High School

--
Public|Grades 9–12
2 Museum Place Mal...|Less than 1 Mile Away

Collins Middle School

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
29 Highland Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Horace Mann Laboratory

C
Public|Grades KG–5
79 Willson St|1.05 Miles Away

Bentley Academy Innovation School

--
Public|Grades KG–5
25 Memorial Dr|1.05 Miles Away

Salem Early Childhood

--
Public|Grades PK–KG
25 Memorial Dr|1.05 Miles Away

Carlton

C
Public|Grades KG–5
10 Skerry St|1.09 Miles Away

Salem High School

D+
Public|Grades 9–12
77 Willson St|1.15 Miles Away

Witchcraft Heights

D
Public|Grades KG–5
1 Frederick St|1.42 Miles Away

Bates

C+
Public|Grades KG–5
53 Liberty Hill Av...|1.42 Miles Away

Childrens Workshop Montessori

--
Private|Grades PK–KG
53 Robert Rd|1.54 Miles Away

Tower School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
75 W Shore Dr|1.59 Miles Away

Village School

C
Public|Grades 3–6
93 Village St|1.63 Miles Away

Thomas Carroll Elementary School

D+
Public|Grades KG–5
60 Northend St|1.67 Miles Away

L H Coffin

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Public|Grades 1–2
1 Turner Rd|1.79 Miles Away

William A. Welch Elementary School

D
Public|Grades PK–5
50 Swampscott Ave|1.91 Miles Away

Glover

--
Public|Grades PK–3
9 Maple St|1.93 Miles Away

St John the Baptist School

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Private|Grades PK–8
19 Chestnut St|1.95 Miles Away

Transit

159 Lafayette offers strong public transit access in The Point, Salem, with multiple transportation options located within a 2-mile radius. Nearby Bus allow residents to move efficiently across the city without relying on a car. This transit-oriented location supports daily commuting, errands, and weekend travel. Excellent connectivity adds convenience and long-term livability to the neighborhood.

11 Bridge St

1.37 miles away|27 min walk

446 Loring Ave

1.82 miles away|35 min walk

46 Cabot St

1.89 miles away|37 min walk

81 Highland Ave @ Salem Hospital

0.85 miles away|17 min walk

Bridge St @ Ames St

1.37 miles away|27 min walk

Bridge St @ Cromwell St

1.1 miles away|22 min walk
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Transit

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Description

159 Lafayette offers strong public transit access in The Point, Salem, with multiple transportation options located within a 2-mile radius. Nearby Bus allow residents to move efficiently across the city without relying on a car. This transit-oriented location supports daily commuting, errands, and weekend travel. Excellent connectivity adds convenience and long-term livability to the neighborhood.

11 Bridge St

1.37 miles away|27 min walk

446 Loring Ave

1.82 miles away|35 min walk

46 Cabot St

1.89 miles away|37 min walk

81 Highland Ave @ Salem Hospital

0.85 miles away|17 min walk

Bridge St @ Ames St

1.37 miles away|27 min walk

Bridge St @ Cromwell St

1.1 miles away|22 min walk

Bridge St @ March St

1.16 miles away|23 min walk

Bridge St @ Osgood St

1.14 miles away|22 min walk

Bridge St @ Saunders St

0.88 miles away|17 min walk

Bridge St @ Skerry St

1.04 miles away|21 min walk

Bridge St @ Thorndike St

1.28 miles away|25 min walk

Cabot St @ Stone St

1.9 miles away|37 min walk

Central St opp Walnut St

1.92 miles away|37 min walk

Central St @ Walnut St

1.89 miles away|37 min walk

Essex St @ Beckford St

0.54 miles away|11 min walk

Essex St @ Flint St

0.59 miles away|12 min walk

Essex St @ Hamilton st

0.53 miles away|11 min walk

Essex St @ Monroe St

0.57 miles away|11 min walk

Essex St opp Monroe St

0.56 miles away|11 min walk

Essex St opp Warren St

0.65 miles away|13 min walk

Essex St @ Summer St

0.47 miles away|9 min walk

Essex St @ Warren St

0.64 miles away|13 min walk

Hawthorne Blvd @ Derby St

0.34 miles away|7 min walk

Hawthorne Blvd @ Essex St

0.45 miles away|9 min walk

Hawthorne Blvd @ Washington Sq S

0.47 miles away|10 min walk

Highland Ave @ Cherry Hill Ave

1.05 miles away|21 min walk

Highland Ave @ Greenledge St

1.96 miles away|38 min walk

Highland Ave @ Hawthorne Sq

1.65 miles away|32 min walk

Highland Ave @ Marlborough Rd

1.8 miles away|35 min walk

Highland Ave opp Proctor St

0.77 miles away|15 min walk

Highland Ave @ Proctor St

0.78 miles away|15 min walk

Highland Ave @ Salem Hospital

0.87 miles away|17 min walk

Highland Ave @ Thomas Circle

1.97 miles away|38 min walk

Highland Ave @ Valley St

1.15 miles away|23 min walk

Highland Ave @ Willson St

1.04 miles away|21 min walk

Humphrey St @ Birch St

1.93 miles away|38 min walk

Humphrey St @ Countryside Ln

1.93 miles away|37 min walk

Humphrey St @ Glendale Rd

1.98 miles away|38 min walk

Humphrey St @ Lafayette St

1.93 miles away|37 min walk

Humphrey St @ Laurel St

1.92 miles away|37 min walk

Humphrey St opp Glendale Rd

1.97 miles away|38 min walk

Humphrey St opp Sevinor Rd

1.95 miles away|38 min walk

Humphrey St @ Sevinor Rd

1.96 miles away|38 min walk

Humphrey St @ Sheldon Rd

1.94 miles away|38 min walk

Lafayette @ Leavitt St

0.12 miles away|3 min walk

Lafayette St @ Cedar St

0.07 miles away|2 min walk

Lafayette St @ Clifton Ave

0.65 miles away|13 min walk

Lafayette St @ Forest Ave

0.65 miles away|13 min walk

Lafayette St @ Hancock St

0.23 miles away|5 min walk

Lafayette St @ Harbor St

0.05 miles away|2 min walk

The Neighbourhood: The Point

The Point is a coastal neighborhood in Essex County with easy waterfront access, small harbors, and scenic viewpoints. The area has parks, seaside walking paths, local shops, cafes, and a few family restaurants near the water. This district hosts occasional markets and small festivals in public squares and community spaces for families and visitors. The area includes grocery options, pharmacies, health clinics, and a public library for basic daily needs. Travel links include state routes, commuter bus lines, and nearby rail connections that link the district to larger towns.

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Neighbourhood Description

The Point is a coastal neighborhood in Essex County with easy waterfront access, small harbors, and scenic viewpoints. The area has parks, seaside walking paths, local shops, cafes, and a few family restaurants near the water. This district hosts occasional markets and small festivals in public squares and community spaces for families and visitors. The area includes grocery options, pharmacies, health clinics, and a public library for basic daily needs. Travel links include state routes, commuter bus lines, and nearby rail connections that link the district to larger towns.

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159 Lafayette Demographics

This neighborhood indicates a good mix of people which makes it a good place for families. About 16.22% are children aged 0–14, 22.04% are young adults between 15–29, 24.15% are adults aged 30–44, 17.83% are in the 45–59 range and 19.76% are seniors aged 60 and above. Commuting options are also varying where 63.37% of residents relying on driving, while others prefer public transit around 7.58%, walking around 9.83%, biking around 0.85%, allowing residents to choose travel modes that best fit their daily routines. Most homes in the area are with 62.74% of units are rented and 37.26% are owner occupied. The neighborhood offers different household types. About 23.36% are single family homes and 4.19% are multi family units. Around 38.15% are single-person households, while 61.85% are multi person households. This mix works well for families, roommates, and individuals. Education levels in the neighborhood vary widely where 27.84% of residents have bachelor’s degrees. Around 18.93% have high school or college education. Another 4.96% hold diplomas while 20.54% have completed postgraduate studies. The remaining are 27.73% with other types of qualifications.

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Demographics Description

This neighborhood indicates a good mix of people which makes it a good place for families. About 16.22% are children aged 0–14, 22.04% are young adults between 15–29, 24.15% are adults aged 30–44, 17.83% are in the 45–59 range and 19.76% are seniors aged 60 and above. Commuting options are also varying where 63.37% of residents relying on driving, while others prefer public transit around 7.58%, walking around 9.83%, biking around 0.85%, allowing residents to choose travel modes that best fit their daily routines. Most homes in the area are with 62.74% of units are rented and 37.26% are owner occupied. The neighborhood offers different household types. About 23.36% are single family homes and 4.19% are multi family units. Around 38.15% are single-person households, while 61.85% are multi person households. This mix works well for families, roommates, and individuals. Education levels in the neighborhood vary widely where 27.84% of residents have bachelor’s degrees. Around 18.93% have high school or college education. Another 4.96% hold diplomas while 20.54% have completed postgraduate studies. The remaining are 27.73% with other types of qualifications.

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

16.22%

15–29 Years

22.04%

30–44 Years

24.15%

45–59 Years

17.83%

60+ Years

19.76%

Commute

7.58%

Transit

9.83%

Walk

63.37%

Drive

0.85%

Bike

Housing Ownership

37.26%

Owner Occupied

62.74%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
23.36%
Multi Family
4.19%
Single Person
38.15%
Multi Person
61.85%

Average Income

Household:$6,552,267.06 /yr

Individual:$4,310,018.65 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree27.84%
High School College18.93%
Diploma4.96%
Post Graduate20.54%
Others27.73%
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Education

Diploma4.96%
Post Graduate20.54%
Others27.73%
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