$2,100/mo · For rent

One bedroom apartment centrally located in Salem's vibrant downtown. The unit is in close proximity to the MBTA Commuter Rail Station to Boston or instead stay in Salem and enjoy a variety of restaurants, trendy shops, a world class museum, tranquil waterfront and many other amenities Salem has to offer. This large apartment is located on the second floor, offering a sizeable living room with dining area open to the kitchen, as well as a large bedroom and lots of closet space. Also included is parking for one vehicle and coin-op laundry facilities. Available immediately!
289 Essex St #213 is a 1-bedroom, 1-bath rental in Salem, MA 01970 with 679 square feet, asking $2,100 a month. It was built in 1987. It has been on our site since October 28, 2026.
The median asking rent among the 15 other 1-bedroom rentals in Salem is $2,600 a month. This one asks about 19% less.
At 679 square feet, it is smaller than 67% of the 15 other 1-bedroom rentals in Salem with a stated size.
This home is assessed at $349,500 for fiscal year 2026. It last sold for $215,000 in May 2007.
It scores 100 out of 100 for walkability, from how close everyday places are.
The closest train or subway stop is Salem (MBTA Newburyport/Rockport Line), about 0.3 miles away. The closest bus stop is North St @ Essex St (MBTA routes 450, 451, 455), about 0.1 miles away.
The closest public schools by level are Saltonstall School (0.6 miles), Collins Middle (0.6 miles) and New Liberty Innovation School (0.2 miles). The district decides which school serves an address.
Listing information from MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN), MLS #73596017, deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Prices are compared with other homes listed on this site today. Trains and buses come from the transit agencies’ published schedules and schools from the National Center for Education Statistics. Distances are straight-line. Assessed values and past sales are public records from municipal assessors, published by MassGIS. An assessed value is set for taxation and may differ from market value.
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