245 Highland Ave

Charm wraps around you the moment you arrive at this beautiful all-brick 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home nestled in the heart of Salem. Inside, natural woodwork and 8" baseboards give the home its classic elegance, beginning in the spacious living room featuring crown molding and a brick gas fireplace centered between built-in bookshelves. A sunroom with gorgeous hardwood floors, a wall of windows, and built-in display cases offers the perfect spot to relax, while the formal dining room has the same beautiful hardwoods, crown molding, and 8" baseboards—ideal for entertaining. The kitchen is equipped with oak cabinetry, laminate flooring, and all appliances including a stove, refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher. A convenient first-floor laundry and half bath complete the 1st floor. Upstairs you’ll find a primary bedroom with hardwood floors, a second bedroom with a walk-in closet, and a third bedroom with access to a walk-up attic, along with a full bath offering a tub/shower combo and a linen closet. The basement includes glass block windows, while major updates provide peace of mind with a furnace and central air installed in 2021 and a new roof in 2024. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard, stamped concrete patio, additional yard space behind the garage, and a 2-car detached garage—making this home a wonderful blend of character, comfort, and location.