




203-205 Salem St, Malden, MA, 02148
About This Home
Exceptional opportunity in the heart of Malden! This well-maintained three-family property offers a versatile unit mix with strong owner-occupant and rental appeal. The two first-floor units each feature comfortable 1-bedroom layouts. The second-floor unit at 205 Salem Street offers a spacious 3-4 bedroom configuration, while the second-floor unit at 203 Salem Street includes 1 bedroom plus a home office, with exciting potential to expand into a 4-bedroom plus office by updating the third floor making this a real value-add opportunity for the keen investor, family or owner occupant. Ideally situated just minutes from Malden Center with multiple bus routes, and major commuter highways, this property provides easy access to downtown Boston and the surrounding communities. Residents will appreciate the vibrant community atmosphere and convenience of nearby shopping, dining, parks, and everyday amenities. Whether you’re looking to start your real estate portfolio or add to it, this property is a smart buy for any investment minded individual, family or company.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: 3 Family
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range,Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Features
- Finished area below ground: 1,941
- Finished area above ground: 4,051
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 4,051
- Total interior livable area: 4,051 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 597758
- Zoning: NB
Lot
- Lot size: 5,049 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $5,875 | $70,500 |
| Home Insurance * | $329 | $3,948 |
| Property Taxes | $978 | $11,736 |
| Electricity | $798 | $9,585 |
| Total | $7,980 | $95,760 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-23 | Listed for sale | $1,162,000 |
