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$466,808$439 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $60,000 on Feb 21, 2008

159 LAFAYETTE ST

SALEM, MA 01970
Building report
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,064 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$467K
$406K low$528K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$60,000 · Feb 21, 2008
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$277,808
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$222,246
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.43%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$189,000
SALEM FIVE MORTGAGE CORP · E · recorded May 8, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,120 (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.$451,500 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$451,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$387,885

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Saltonstall SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Salem Preparatory High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

159 Lafayette 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.

  • Worth less than 87% of homes in Essex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in The Point
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in The Point
  • Newer than 94% of homes in The Point

What homes are worth in Salem 01970

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$316K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Salem 01970.

How it measures up in Salem 01970

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 01970.

Estimated value$466,808
CheaperTypical $610,979Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$439
CheaperTypical $415Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,064 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,650 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 159 Lafayette St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeThe PointSalem 01970Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$466,80861% of homes19% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$43971% of homes59% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than1,064 ft²26% of homes18% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac97% of homes84% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than193094% of homes57% of homes35% of homes

About 159 Lafayette St

How much is 159 Lafayette St, Salem, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Lafayette St, Salem, MA is $466,808 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $405,501 to $528,115. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Lafayette St, Salem, MA last sell?

159 Lafayette St, Salem, MA last sold on Feb 21, 2008 for $60,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Lafayette St, Salem, MA?

159 Lafayette St, Salem, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,064 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 159 Lafayette St, Salem, MA built?

159 Lafayette St, Salem, MA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 159 Lafayette St, Salem, MA?

159 Lafayette St, Salem, MA is assigned to Saltonstall School (elementary), rated C+; Salem Preparatory High School (high). All sit in Salem School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Lafayette St, Salem, MA compare to other homes in Salem 01970?

Among the 12,071 homes in Salem 01970, it is worth more than 19% of them ($466,808 against a typical $610,979), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($439 against a typical $415), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,064 ft² against a typical 1,650 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1930 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 13% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 159 Lafayette St, Salem, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Lafayette St, Salem, MA was $5,120. The county assessed it at $451,500.

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