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A quiet Blue Ridge lifestyle
In the heart of the Roanoke Valley, Salem, Virginia, is a town of 25,000 with scenic mountain views. It's the county seat of Roanoke County and hosts the area’s courthouse complex, Department of Social Services and sheriff's office. But despite these government buildings, a quaint downtown district and Roanoke College’s campus, Realtor Allison Ratcliffe with Embolden Realty Group, who has been selling homes in Salem for nearly a decade, says people are typically drawn to the area for its residential feel. “It’s basically the suburban life,” she says. “You still have the country feel, but you’re close to restaurants and shopping.”
Churches are situated along residential streets in Salem.
The Roanoke County Courthouse is located in the heart of Salem.
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Hiking Roanoke River Greenway, cheering for the Salem Red Sox
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Salem is near a wealth of outdoor activities. Just north of the city, numerous national forests and trail systems offer hiking, camping, hunting and fishing. The city experiences warm summers and snowfall in the winter. Ducks swim in the water at scenic Lake Springs Park, a popular spot for wedding and prom photos. Sections of the paved Roanoke River Greenway run through Salem. Walkers and bikers traverse paths that weave through the woods and contour the water. Nearby, Longwood Park is the largest park in the city, with a playground, picnic tables and an amphitheater that regularly hosts family-friendly movie nights and events. These include the Pickin’ in the Park festival, which celebrates the community’s love for bluegrass music. Attendees sit on picnic blankets and lawn chairs, listening to local artists pluck banjos and sing harmonies.
Golfers tee off at the Salem Municipal Golf Course and the Hidden Valley Country Club, while dogs run off-leash at the Salem Rotary Dog Park. Launching Pad Trampoline Park & Family Center is a go-to for birthday parties. In the spring, baseball fans cheer for the Salem Red Sox at Salem Memorial Ballpark, where the mountains backdrop the outfield. “There are die-hard fans everywhere,” Ratcliffe says. Post-game fireworks light up the stands on Fridays, and kids run the bases on Sundays. The baseball stadium is within the James E. Taliaferro Sports and Entertainment Complex. The facility also includes the Salem Football Stadium, home of the Salem High School Spartans, and the Salem Civic Center, which hosts various conventions and concerts.
The Salem Red Sox, a minor league baseball team, play at Salem Memorial Ballpark.
Longwood Park in Salem features a large playground for kids to enjoy.
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Locals and students enjoy Roanoke College's campus
Salem City Schools receive an A-minus grade from Niche. The district has four elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. Roanoke College, a private liberal arts school with about 2,000 undergraduates, is also in Salem. In addition to being a major employer, the campus, which is mainly built in Neoclassical and Greek Revival styles, is also trafficked by locals. “Residents utilize everything that is public as much as possible,” Ratcliffe says.
Roanoke College is a private liberal arts college located in Salem, Virginia.
Salem High School is known for it's excellence in sports.
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Homes with Blue Ridge Mountain views
Homes in Salem sit up and down the city’s hills. “Salem is beautiful,” Ratcliffe says. “People fight over lots that overlook the mountains perfectly; everything I’ve sold over there has an amazing view.” Students rent properties close to Roanoke College. Stately Victorians and Colonial Revivals line Broad Street near City Hall, and homes away from the city center often feature large yards on roads that sometimes end in cul-de-sacs. Salem’s a mix of older properties and new construction, and the median single-family home price is $305,000, lower than the national median of $406,100.
Stately Victorian homes are sprinkled throughout Salem.
Colonial Revival homes are a popular option for Salem residents.
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Boutiques and markets on Main Street, shopping plazas elsewhere
Antique stores, boutiques and restaurants inside brick buildings line Main Street in downtown Salem. Every Saturday year-round, vendors sell local produce and baked goods on the corner of Main and Broad streets during the Salem Farmers Market. Big-box retailers, grocery stores and fast-food chains sit in the Spartan Square shopping center on the city’s west side, and, to the east, Lakeside Plaza offers similar amenities. About 10 miles southeast, Downtown Roanoke’s Italianate-style structures host more shopping and dining options. The Valley View and Tanglewood malls are also in Roanoke. For medical services, the Salem Veteran Affairs Medical Center is on Roanoke Boulevard, while Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital’s main campus is about 13 miles away. The hospital system, which has clinics throughout Roanoke and Salem, is one of the area’s top employers.
The Salem farmer's market takes place downtown every Saturday morning.
Friends enjoy a stroll through the mall just outside the Hollins neighborhood.
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Roads and buses to nearby towns like Roanoke and Blacksburg
Interstate 81 borders the city to the north and leads toward Roanoke, Christiansburg and Blacksburg, where many residents commute to work at Virginia Tech. U.S. Route 11, a main arterial road, also runs through. Valley Metro provides bus service between Salem, Roanoke and other surrounding communities. For air travel, the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is about 9 miles away.
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On average, homes in Salem, VA sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Salem, VA over the last 12 months is $290,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Charming 1950s Gem in the Heart of Salem!Experience the perfect blend of mid-century character and modern convenience in this beautifully remodeled home. Nestled in the heart of Salem, this residence has been thoughtfully updated with designer-inspired finishes while preserving its original soul. Step inside to find gleaming, refinished original hardwoods that flow throughout the living spaces.
ONLY 2 BASEMENTS REMAIN at The Ridge at Fairway Forest. For a limited time, enjoy $20,000 FLEX CASH with close-out savings This new construction Columbia floorplan offers a fully finished walk-out basement and an open-concept main level featuring a gourmet kitchen with quartz countertops, cushion-close cabinetry, and GE Profile stainless steel appliances with gas range. A dedicated main-level
Welcome to one of Roanoke County/Salem's most loved neighborhoods with a community pool, club house and walking trails. This stately home, built by Graham Thomas Builders, offers a spacious layout, incredible mountain views, an oversized yard, and an unfinished basement stubbed for a full bath teeming with potential. The main level includes a formal dining room, large kitchen open to breakfast
Charming 1950s Gem in the Heart of Salem!Experience the perfect blend of mid-century character and modern convenience in this beautifully remodeled home. Nestled in the heart of Salem, this residence has been thoughtfully updated with designer-inspired finishes while preserving its original soul. Step inside to find gleaming, refinished original hardwoods that flow throughout the living spaces.
Riverland Vineyards is in the desirable Glenvar school district and is conveniently located to Lewis Gale Hospital, Historic Downtown Salem VA, and Roanoke College. And Virginia Tech is less than 30 miles west!This home includes 9ft ceilings and luxury plank flooring throughout the main living area, upgraded white cabinets with brushed nickel hardware and quartz countertops in the kitchen, and
Cherokee Hills is in the desirable Glenvar school district and is conveniently located to Lewis Gale Hospital, Historic Downtown Salem VA, and Roanoke College. And Virginia Tech is less than 30 miles west!This home includes 9ft ceilings and luxury plank flooring throughout the main living area, upgraded white cabinets with brushed nickel hardware and quartz countertops in the kitchen, and solid
Russlen Farms is in the desirable Glenvar school district adjacent to Salem, VA. This community is conveniently located minutes from Lewis Gale Hospital, Historic Downtown Salem, Virginia, and Roanoke College. This home includes 9ft ceilings, luxury plank flooring throughout, upgraded trim, upgraded white cabinets with brushed nickel soft-close hardware and quartz countertops in the kitchen and
Cherokee Hills is in the desirable Glenvar school district and is conveniently located to Lewis Gale Hospital, Historic Downtown Salem VA, and Roanoke College. And Virginia Tech is less than 30 miles west!This home includes 9ft ceilings and luxury plank flooring throughout the main living area, upgraded white cabinets with brushed nickel hardware and quartz countertops in the kitchen, and solid
Riverland Vineyards is in the desirable Glenvar school district and is conveniently located to Lewis Gale Hospital, Historic Downtown Salem VA, and Roanoke College. And Virginia Tech is less than 30 miles west!This home includes 9ft ceilings and luxury plank flooring throughout the main living area, upgraded white cabinets with brushed nickel hardware and quartz countertops in the kitchen, and
1926 has 5 units all 1 bd & 1 bath : #1 Vacant, #2 rented $560 M-T-M, #3 Vacant, #4 Vacant, #5 rented $640 lease ends 1/14/25,1928 E. Main has 1 rented $ 670, lease ends 4/11/25 1 bd, 1 bath. property will be shown by appointment on Wednesday, September 25th. Text LA to schedule.
Russlen Farms is in the desirable Glenvar school district adjacent to Salem, VA. This community is conveniently located minutes from Lewis Gale Hospital, Historic Downtown Salem, Virginia, and Roanoke College. This home includes 9ft ceilings, luxury plank flooring throughout, upgraded trim, upgraded white cabinets with brushed nickel soft-close hardware and quartz countertops in the kitchen and
ONLY 2 BASEMENTS REMAIN at The Ridge at Fairway Forest. For a limited time, enjoy $20,000 FLEX CASH with close-out savings This new construction Columbia floorplan offers a fully finished walk-out basement and an open-concept main level featuring a gourmet kitchen with quartz countertops, cushion-close cabinetry, and GE Profile stainless steel appliances with gas range. A dedicated main-level
Welcome to one of Roanoke County/Salem's most loved neighborhoods with a community pool, club house and walking trails. This stately home, built by Graham Thomas Builders, offers a spacious layout, incredible mountain views, an oversized yard, and an unfinished basement stubbed for a full bath teeming with potential. The main level includes a formal dining room, large kitchen open to breakfast
Life in the desirable Karen Hills neighborhood is easy to imagine in this beautifully maintained two-story Colonial offering the space, comfort, and updates today's buyers are seeking. Hardwood floors and a bright, inviting layout welcome you inside. The updated eat-in kitchen features granite countertops, stainless appliances, and a center island--perfect for casual meals, morning coffee, or
9 Parcels included in this sale total Inc 1.579 acres: Parcels: 38-2-7, 38-2-8, 38-2-9, 38-2-10, 38-2-11, 38-2-12, 38-2-12.1, 38-1-4 and 26-3-14; Beautiful location at the end of an established neighborhood that is fairly wooded and would make a great, and yet fairly private spot in a great location!
TUCKED IN THE HEART OF SALEM; Valleydale emerges as a beacon of high-end living, providing an unparalleled multifamily experience in a market thirsting for innovation. In transforming the former Valleydale Meat Packers site, this inspired apartment community offers a unique approach to intentional living. With its proximity to bustling downtown, charming local shops, and essential medical and
Beautifully renovated home with touches of farmhouse charm. Notable upgrades include new windows, new plumbing, updated electrical system, and brand new kitchen with fresh appliances and soft close cabinets. Primary bedroom with a full bathroom is available on the first level, coupled with open kitchen, dining, and living areas. Enjoy the spacious side yard and fabulous front porch just in time
Northview Apartments are affordable and spacious apartments tucked away in a quiet beautiful setting by the Roanoke Valley - Salem Greenway. We have made many upgrades and changes to the apartments and the apartment complex itself. We are one block off of Apperson Drive in the heart of Salem, Virginia. We are located just 6 tenths of a mile from the corner of Apperson Drive and Electric Road
Charming 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom multifamily home in Salem, VA. Conveniently located on Tennessee Street walking distance to Carver Elementary and Andrew Lewis Middle School, this property offers comfortable living with a unique layout and easy access to shopping, dining, and nearby conveniences. Enjoy the charm of a Salem neighborhood while having the space and simplicity you need to feel at home.
Salem Wood Apartments offers the best of both worlds. Conveniently located, yet comfortably secluded on a picturesque hillside. Each apartment has been beautifully and tastefully renovated with meticulous attention to detail, blending quality of craftsmanship with comfort and flair. Wall-to-wall carpet, new appliances and European style cabinets are just a few of the decorator touches we have
Solid brick home has been just about completely remodeled. Almost everything you see and some you dont see has been updated and upgraded. A 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath home on just shy of an acre could be your next home. Features include a new HVAC unit, fresh paint throughout, refinished hardwood floors, brand new refrigerator, oven, dishwasher, new countertops, renovated bathrooms, new light fixtures
Great location, spacious living, and incredible service! Conveniently located off RT. 419 in the beautiful town of Salem! Award-winning schools, great shopping, and one of a kind dining right in the neighborhood. All apartment homes feature a patio or balcony for our residents to relax and take in the view of mature, lush landscape. Riverwalk boasts every amenity including a sparkling pool and a
Entry level features living room, dining room, family room, eat-in kitchen w/6 burner gas range and granite counters, 1 full bathroom, and a deck with gas grill leading to fenced yard. Upper level has 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths and laundry. Attic has been converted to large bedroom/office/recreation room. Gas Heating and Electric Water Heater. Central and Zoned cooling. Resident pays all
Camelot Village Apartments and Townhomes is the best place to live in Salem, Virginia. Offering spacious 2 bedroom apartments and a variety of townhomes options with spacious floorplans and many amenities, there’s no better place to call home. As a resident of Camelot Village, you’ll also be able to enjoy a glistening pool with a sundeck, pet park, and many more features that you’ll be sure to
Newly Renovated. Refinished floors, new kitchens and bathrooms. Perfect for extended family. Full kitchen and a kitchenette. Part of the house could be for an extended family member with 1 bedroom, 1 bath. Updated electrical, hvac, roof, fresh paint. Large brick patio in the backyard and a large storage shed.
Just minutes from Salem's vibrant Main Street, this charming home is a true hidden gem brimming with character. Perfectly situated on a level lot, the property offers the ideal blend of convenience and small-town charm.Inside, you'll find a spacious living room filled with natural light, a dedicated dining area for gatherings, and an enclosed back porch that provides flexible space for a home
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