Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $323,000 on Feb 28, 2007
12 NICHOLS ST
SALEM, MA 01970
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,595 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3,319 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1870
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$323,000 · Feb 28, 2007
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,188 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$545,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$196,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$349,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$545,700
Climate Risk
Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
52
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Two Family
CountyEssex
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
Transaction History(13)
Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.Foreclosure Filings(1)
Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EMH
Witchcraft HeightsC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
Collins Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
Salem High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
District: Salem School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 01970These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.
CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.87
Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.
Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.44,728
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,443 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,271
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,638
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%
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How this home compares
12 Nichols St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.
- Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Essex County
- Older than 95% of homes in Essex County
How it measures up in Salem 01970
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 01970.
Living area1,595 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,659 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 46% of homes nearby
Lot size3,319 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger
Bigger than 18% of homes nearby
Year built1870
OlderTypical 1920Newer
Newer than 17% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Gallows Hill | Salem 01970 | Essex County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,595 ft² | 48% of homes | 46% of homes | 39% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 3,319 ft² | 16% of homes | 18% of homes | 6% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1870 | 20% of homes | 17% of homes | 5% of homes |
About 12 Nichols St
When did 12 Nichols St, Salem, MA last sell?
12 Nichols St, Salem, MA last sold on Feb 28, 2007 for $323,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 12 Nichols St, Salem, MA?
12 Nichols St, Salem, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,595 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.
When was 12 Nichols St, Salem, MA built?
12 Nichols St, Salem, MA was built in 1870, making it 156 years old. It is a two family home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 12 Nichols St, Salem, MA?
12 Nichols St, Salem, MA is assigned to Witchcraft Heights (elementary), rated C; Collins Middle School (middle), rated B-; Salem High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Salem School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 12 Nichols St, Salem, MA compare to other homes in Salem 01970?
Among the 12,071 homes in Salem 01970, it is bigger than 46% of them (1,595 ft² against a typical 1,659 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (3,319 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1870 against a typical 1920). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 12 Nichols St, Salem, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 12 Nichols St, Salem, MA was $6,188. The county assessed it at $545,700.
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- 21 Nichols St2 bd · 2 ba · 1,280 ft² · Sold $505K · Jun 2024
- 35 Nichols St$630K2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,064 ft² · Sold $580K · Jul 2022
- 22 Nichols St5 bd · 3 ba · 2,940 ft² · Sold $675K · Aug 2021
- 14 Nichols St4 bd · 4 ba · 2,143 ft² · Sold $520K · Oct 2020
- 41 Nichols St6 bd · 3 ba · 2,448 ft² · Sold $553K · Jan 2020
- 16 Nichols St8 bd · 2 ba · 2,340 ft² · Sold $450K · Apr 2015
- 25 Nichols St # B$455K1 bd · 1 ba · 1,196 ft² · Sold $140K · Apr 2010
- 13 Nichols St$722K3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,051 ft² · Sold $260K · Oct 2008
- 25 Nichols St # A$343K2 bd · 1 ba · 631 ft² · Sold $183K · May 2005
- 18 Nichols St$543K3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,700 ft² · Sold $150K · Apr 2004
- 24 Nichols St$578K2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,160 ft² · Sold $255K · May 2001
- 2 Nichols St7 bd · 2 ba · 2,400 ft² · Sold $255K · May 2001
Closest homes
- 3 Varney St54 ft · 6 bd · 3 ba · 1,535 ft² · Sold Jan 2002
- 1 Butler St71 ft · 4 bd · 3 ba · 2,268 ft² · Sold $70K · Feb 1994
- 14 Nichols St98 ft · 4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,143 ft² · Sold $520K · Oct 2020
- 3 Butler St$513K100 ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,347 ft² · Sold $400K · Jan 2022
- 5 Varney St105 ft · 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,981 ft² · Sold $202K · Apr 2001
- 20 Hanson St141 ft · 4 bd · 3 ba · 2,097 ft²
- 13 Nichols St$722K110 ft · 3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,051 ft² · Sold $260K · Oct 2008
- 16 Nichols St146 ft · 8 bd · 2 ba · 2,340 ft² · Sold $450K · Apr 2015
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