Location, location, location! Rare opportunity to own a historic 2-family in the heart of downtown Salem. 12 Howard Street is a true gem, offering excellent returns as either a short-term rental (AirBnB) or a steady long-term investment. Spanning 3 levels and over 2,400 sq. ft., the property includes 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths, beautiful hardwood floors throughout, generous storage, and many updates (roof 2017, exterior paint 2022, HW heater 2025, updated kitchen, appliances & more). The private courtyard provides a peaceful retreat, complemented by a versatile shed offering exciting ADU conversion potential. The home also includes a 1-car garage and additional off-street parking. With an impressive Walk Score of 97, this home is steps from Salem Commons, the commuter rail, museums, restaurants, shops, and the waterfront. Whether you’re looking for an income property or a place to call home, don’t miss this exceptional chance to invest in one of Salem’s most sought-after neighborhoods!
- Basement:
- Full, Bulkhead, Interior Entry, Concrete
- Parking:
- Tandem, Off Street, Paved, Paved Drive
- Construction:
- Frame
- Exterior Unit Features:
- Rain Gutters, Garden
- Flooring:
- Tile, Hardwood
- Sewer:
- Public Sewer
- Water:
- Public
- Disclosure:
- Tax figure does not include residential exemption for owner-occupancy which will substantially reduce taxes once in place., not a legal bedroom. Legal address is 35 Fay Street, either entrance can be used. Seller to pay 2% sales tax to BRA upon closing., Photos are virtually staged. The unit is rented until 4/30/26., Deeded one bedroom, without bedroom wall built out. Lives as an open loft., Fully furnished rental includes window AC unit for summer, and countertop microwave. Day bed with comforter and sheets. Coin Op laundry located lower level
- Garage Parking:
- Yes
- Interior Features:
- Kitchen, Office/den, Living Room
- Lead Paint:
- Unknown
- Road Type:
- Paved
- Market Time:
- 24
- Parking Spaces:
- 2
- Tax Year:
- 2025
- Status:
- Closed
- Price Per Sqft:
- $345
- Zoning:
- R2
- No Units:
- 2
- Orig Price:
- $795,000
- LEASE:
- No
- Waterfront:
- No
- MlsStatus:
- Sold
- City:
- Salem
- State:
- MA
- County:
- Essex
- Postal Code:
- 01970
- Longitude:
- W71° 6' 29.6''
- Latitude:
- N42° 31' 26.1''
Residential Income
12 Howard St, Salem, Massachusetts
- Property Type :
- Residential Income
- Listing Type :
- For Sale
- Price :
- $795,000
- Bedrooms :
- 5
- Rooms :
- 10
- Total Bathrooms :
- 2
- Full Bathrooms :
- 2
- Square Footage :
- 2,409 Sqft
- Year Built :
- 1850
- Lot Area :
- 0.05 Acre
- Listing ID :
- 73431062
- Stephen E. Robb
- View website
- 617-212-0251
-
srobb@robbenterprises.com
