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$975,187$352 / 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 90How 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 $1,232,129 on Aug 1, 2024

8 CHESTNUT ST # A

SALEM, MA 01970
Building report
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
2,772 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1816
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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

$975K
$878K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,232,129 · Aug 1, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,064 (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.$975,700 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$975,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$975,700

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.Condominium
CountyEssex
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes

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

H
Salem Preparatory High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Collins Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Saltonstall SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.6 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

8 Chestnut St # A 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 more than 94% of homes in Salem 01970
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in McIntire Historic District
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Salem 01970
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Essex County
  • Among the oldest 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.

This home
$305K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 94% 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$975,187
CheaperTypical $611,651Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$352
CheaperTypical $419Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area2,772 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,655 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1816
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 8 Chestnut St # A ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMcIntire Historic DistrictSalem 01970Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$975,18771% of homes94% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35213% of homes24% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than2,772 ft²71% of homes87% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac56% of homes53% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than181629% of homes5% of homesalmost no homes

About 8 Chestnut St # A

How much is 8 Chestnut St # A, Salem, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Chestnut St # A, Salem, MA is $975,187 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $878,465 to $1,071,909. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Chestnut St # A, Salem, MA last sell?

8 Chestnut St # A, Salem, MA last sold on Aug 1, 2024 for $1,232,129, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8 Chestnut St # A, Salem, MA?

8 Chestnut St # A, Salem, MA has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,772 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 8 Chestnut St # A, Salem, MA built?

8 Chestnut St # A, Salem, MA was built in 1816, making it 210 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 8 Chestnut St # A, Salem, MA?

8 Chestnut St # A, Salem, MA is assigned to Salem Preparatory High School (high); Collins Middle School (middle), rated D; Saltonstall School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Salem School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 Chestnut St # A, Salem, MA compare to other homes in Salem 01970?

Among the 12,071 homes in Salem 01970, it is worth more than 94% of them ($975,187 against a typical $611,651), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($352 against a typical $419), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,772 ft² against a typical 1,655 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1816 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 79% 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 8 Chestnut St # A, Salem, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 Chestnut St # A, Salem, MA was $11,064. The county assessed it at $975,700.

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