17 Central St

The Residences at Museum Place are a low-rise, two-story condominium complex in downtown Salem, originally constructed in 1950 and later converted into residential units. Architecturally the collection blends Federalist and Colonial revival influences with adaptive reuse elements from historic municipal buildings nearby, resulting in brick façades, high ceilings, and large windows in many units. Units vary from single-level suites to bi-level penthouse and townhouse-style condos; typical interiors include open living/dining layouts, defined dining rooms, dens or offices, eat-in or chef-style kitchens with granite or quartz counters and stainless appliances, and in-unit laundry. Common interior features across the property include elevators, entry foyers, storage rooms and generous closet space including walk-in closets. Exterior amenities emphasize private outdoor living with balconies, enclosed patios, composite and wood decks, rooftop decks on select units, and professionally landscaped grounds. Practical conveniences include deeded one- or two-car parking (often non-tandem), basement storage, sprinkler systems, and exterior lighting and gutters. The building sits adjacent to the Peabody Essex Museum and places residents within easy walking distance of Salem’s restaurants, shops, ferry and commuter rail, cultural institutions and waterfront, offering a compact, urban lifestyle with frequently updated individual units and a mix of historic character and modern finishes.