Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $229,000 on Jan 31, 2013
40 DOW ST
SALEM, MA 01970
10
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
3,100 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.
1,934 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.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
16
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.$229,000 · Jan 31, 2013
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,069 (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.$623,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$141,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$482,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$623,400
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.42
45
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.24 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.27%
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.1 percent flood zone
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.0.04
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(14)
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.
EH
Saltonstall SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.2 mi
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%
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How this home compares
40 Dow 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.
- Bigger than 91% of homes in Salem 01970
- Among the smallest lots in Essex County
- Older than 74% 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 area3,100 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,655 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 91% of homes nearby
Lot size1,934 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger
Bigger than 4% of homes nearby
Year built1915
OlderTypical 1920Newer
Newer than 47% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | The Point | Salem 01970 | Essex County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 3,100 ft² | 72% of homes | 91% of homes | 86% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 1,934 ft² | 8% of homes | 4% of homes | almost no homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1915 | 72% of homes | 47% of homes | 26% of homes |
About 40 Dow St
When did 40 Dow St, Salem, MA last sell?
40 Dow St, Salem, MA last sold on Jan 31, 2013 for $229,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 40 Dow St, Salem, MA?
40 Dow St, Salem, MA has 10 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,100 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.
When was 40 Dow St, Salem, MA built?
40 Dow St, Salem, MA was built in 1915, making it 111 years old. It is a two family home. The building has 3 stories.
What schools serve 40 Dow St, Salem, MA?
40 Dow 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 40 Dow St, Salem, MA compare to other homes in Salem 01970?
Among the 12,071 homes in Salem 01970, it is bigger than 91% of them (3,100 ft² against a typical 1,655 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (1,934 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 47% of them (1915 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 40 Dow St, Salem, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 40 Dow St, Salem, MA was $7,069. The county assessed it at $623,400.
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