Salem MA Developments

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Financing Secured for Salem School Apartments​

“North Shore Community Development Coalition has closed on financing for the Salem Schools Apartments, the rehabilitation of two former school buildings owned by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese. North Shore CDC plans to build 29 affordable apartments (twenty-five Studios/1 Bedrooms and four 2 Bedrooms. The former school auditorium will be transformed into approximately 7,000 square feet of community amenities for creatives.”

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Construction has started on the second of the two conversions of former school buildings. This one is the former St. James school site, and is the new construction part.

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Image courtesy of the Globe, and ICON architects. Note the brickwork, explained in part below.

The future Residences at St. James School will consist of 32 affordable apartments for people 62 and older. Hawthorne Lofts — the former St. Mary’s School — will have 24 affordable and five market-rate apartments. Some of the loft apartments will have a preference for artists.

the project will bring new life to two historic red-brick buildings. The four-story St. James school was built in 1906, and the three-story St. Mary’s in 1941.

“Both schools are historic gems that will be meticulously restored to National Park Service design standards,” Northcutt said.

“With high ceilings and extra large windows that provide lots of natural light, these new apartments will be a beautiful place to call home and will provide high-quality affordable housing,” said Jennifer Kolodziej, project manager for North Shore CDC.

The 29 apartments at Hawthorne Lofts will include eight units for those earning up to 30 percent of the area median income, which is $140,200 for a family of four; 16 for those earning up to 60 percent; and five at market rate.

The 32 apartments at the Residences at St. James for those 62 and older will include eight units for households earning up to 30 percent of the area median income and 24 for those earning up to 60 percent.
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Photo below of the original St. James school, which is being retained and converted. The rendering is of the new addition, being built on what was formerly a parking lot.

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Plan to convert two former Catholic schools into affordable housing advances in Salem - The Boston Globe

North Shore Community Development Coalition plans to convert the former St. James School and the former St. Mary’s School to a combined 61 apartments, 56 of them affordable.
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Groom Construction Nearing Completion on a New Residential Facility for Foster Care Youth​

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“BOSTON — Groom Construction Co., Inc. recently celebrated the one-year anniversary of groundbreaking construction for a new residential facility for foster care youth at Plummer Youth Promise in Salem, MA. This project represents a transformative step forward for the organization and the youth it serves.”

“The new residential facility will provide dignified, trauma-informed living spaces for youth and families, aligning with Plummer’s standard of excellence in care. It will feature apartment-style kitchens and appliances, allowing youth to cook and do laundry in a comfortable, welcoming environment. Ample personal storage will ensure their belongings are safely secured. New single-occupancy restrooms and bedrooms will provide privacy for youth to study, connect with loved ones, and rest without disruptions.

Once the new residential building is completed, we will begin renovations on the historic structure. Preserving this building will honor its important legacy while adapting it to meet modern needs. Included in this space will be administrative offices and culturally welcoming indoor spaces that will support family visits and gatherings. A fully appointed family-visiting apartment will also be available, offering overnight accommodations and a space for families to cook meals together, fostering deeper connections and a sense of home………”

https://bostonrealestatetimes.com/g...w-residential-facility-for-foster-care-youth/

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Governor Healey Announces $18 Million in Housing Development Awards to Create 288 Units in Gateway Cities​

“Governor Maura Healey has announced $18 million in Housing Development Inceptive Program (HDIP) awards to create 288 total new units in six Gateway Cities across the state.

These awards close out the third and final competitive HDIP application round of 2024, which saw a record number of new homes created since Governor Healey increased HDIP from $10 million to $30 million a year with a one-time infusion of $57 million as part of her $1 billion tax cuts package that she signed in October 2023. As a result, the administration awarded a total of $72 million to create 1,544 new housing units in Gateway Cities in 2024.…..”

One of the 10 projects awarded:

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38 Norman – Salem

Sponsor: Kinvarra Capital

HDIP award: $2,250,000

Total units: 20

https://www.bldup.com/posts/governo...-awards-to-create-288-units-in-gateway-cities

https://streetsofsalem.com/2021/04/12/mansard-mania/
 
“We took advantage of a sunny summer day to see the exciting progress of Lore, by Criterion Development Partners, LLC! Located at 266 Canal Street in #Salem, this five-building, mixed-use development will soon bring 250 residences including studio, one-, and two-bedroom units to the neighborhood.

Lore features unmatched amenities like a dog wash, clubhouse, café, fitness rooms, a rooftop deck, and even a speakeasy! Plus, the project includes 1,500 sq. ft. of retail space for future tenants.”

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stick n move said:
“We took advantage of a sunny summer day to see the exciting progress of Lore, by Criterion Development Partners, LLC! Located at 266 Canal Street in #Salem, this five-building, mixed-use development will soon bring 250 residences including studio, one-, and two-bedroom units to the neighborhood.

Lore features unmatched amenities like a dog wash, clubhouse, café, fitness rooms, a rooftop deck, and even a speakeasy! Plus, the project includes 1,500 sq. ft. of retail space for future tenants.”

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Does the rail trail running by that development go all the way to Marblehead? It looks like it based on Google Maps but I've never ridden it!
 
KCasiglio said:
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City of Salem Eliminates Parking Requirements for New Apartments - Streetsblog Massachusetts

"Salem needs more homes and less empty asphalt parking spaces at these projects,” said Salem Mayor Dominick Pangallo.
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from the article:
".....The Salem City Council approved the amendments to the city's zoning code in a 10-1 vote at its meeting last Thursday (with the lone opposition vote coming from Ward 1 City Councilor Cynthia Jerzylo) following a unanimous recommendation from the city's Planning Board....."

Councilor Jerzylo, I have questions.
 
shmessy said:
Councilor Jerzylo, I have questions.
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I believe a lot of develop is happening/coming to her ward, which covers that peninsula northeast of downtown.

EDIT: Having not looked at a lot of Salem transpo discussion outside of commuter/blue line pitches, would love to hear what people with more experience thinks the city can be doing on things like bus and active transport
 
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Does the rail trail running by that development go all the way to Marblehead? It looks like it based on Google Maps but I've never ridden it!
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Yes, it’s a nice one, and loops back to swampscott
 
KCasiglio said:
I believe a lot of develop is happening/coming to her ward, which covers that peninsula northeast of downtown.

EDIT: Having not looked at a lot of Salem transpo discussion outside of commuter/blue line pitches, would love to hear what people with more experience thinks the city can be doing on things like bus and active transport
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The councilwoman's ward includes Shetland Park, which, in the 19th Century, was supposedly the largest cotton mill in the world. Presently, the former buildings are home to sundry, commercial R&D, civic, and storage spaces totaling about 1.5 million GSF.

This 30 acre site is being re-developed, primarily to add 1,200 residential units The total GSF would increase to 2.65 million

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^^^ This image is somewhat misleading. Part of the harbor frontage is on a channel bordered out-of-frame by Derby Wharf, a National Historic Park.

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^^^ Long slender Derby Wharf can be seen at top of the image.

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^^^ Open space at the east end of the proposed re-development.

.https://thefutureofshetlandpark.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/250701_City-Council-mtg-handout.pdf
^^^ July 2025 presentation to the City Council. Lots of new renders.

Total parking spaces about 2,850, including on-street. This building complex is not well-serviced by mass transit.
 
stellarfun said:
Total parking spaces about 2,850, including on-street. This building complex is not well-serviced by mass transit.
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An extremely pleasant 20-25 minute stroll through the pedestrian friendly downtown of a colonial port city doesn't seem too bad to me. But an infill stop that would also serve Salem State and Marblehead commuters sounds like it would be a real winner.
 
BronsonShore said:
An extremely pleasant 20-25 minute stroll through the pedestrian friendly downtown of a colonial port city doesn't seem too bad to me. But an infill stop that would also serve Salem State and Marblehead commuters sounds like it would be a real winner.
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The re-development site is about a half-mile, catty-corner walk from the existing commuter rail station. The infill stop that is being discussed would be located in Salem's Castle Hill neighborhood, and would be about a one-mile walk from the Shetland Park re-development. The closest mass transit would be the Salem Ferry to Boston, which runs between May and the end of October. The ferry is operated by Boston Harbor Cruises, not the MBTA.
 
BronsonShore said:
An extremely pleasant 20-25 minute stroll through the pedestrian friendly downtown of a colonial port city doesn't seem too bad to me. But an infill stop that would also serve Salem State and Marblehead commuters sounds like it would be a real winner.
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Nothing pleasant about a 25-minute stroll anywhere near the Salem harborfront from Jan-Mar.
 
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