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$582,481$413 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $475,000 on Mar 31, 2021

31 1/2 BUFFUM ST

SALEM, MA 01970
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,410 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.
3,472 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1915
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$582K
$562K low$603K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$475,000 · Mar 31, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,631 (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.$496,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$177,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$319,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$588,525

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

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
BatesC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Salem Preparatory High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Collins Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 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

31 1/2 Buffum 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 69% of homes in Essex County
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Essex County
  • Older than 74% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Salem 01970

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

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$316K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 42% 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$582,481
CheaperTypical $613,069Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$413
CheaperTypical $417Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,410 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,660 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size3,472 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1915
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 31 1/2 Buffum St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth SalemSalem 01970Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$582,48145% of homes42% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$41341% of homes48% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,410 ft²33% of homes36% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,472 ft²17% of homes19% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than191565% of homes46% of homes26% of homes

About 31 1/2 Buffum St

How much is 31 1/2 Buffum St, Salem, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 31 1/2 Buffum St, Salem, MA is $582,481 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $561,876 to $603,086. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 31 1/2 Buffum St, Salem, MA last sell?

31 1/2 Buffum St, Salem, MA last sold on Mar 31, 2021 for $475,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 31 1/2 Buffum St, Salem, MA?

31 1/2 Buffum St, Salem, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,410 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 31 1/2 Buffum St, Salem, MA built?

31 1/2 Buffum St, Salem, MA was built in 1915, making it 111 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 31 1/2 Buffum St, Salem, MA?

31 1/2 Buffum St, Salem, MA is assigned to Bates (elementary), rated C; Salem Preparatory High School (high); Collins Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Salem School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 31 1/2 Buffum St, Salem, MA compare to other homes in Salem 01970?

Among the 12,071 homes in Salem 01970, it is worth more than 42% of them ($582,481 against a typical $613,069), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($413 against a typical $417), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,410 ft² against a typical 1,660 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (3,472 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1915 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 31% 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 31 1/2 Buffum St, Salem, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 31 1/2 Buffum St, Salem, MA was $5,631. The county assessed it at $496,600.

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