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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 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Salem, VA over the last 12 months is $300,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in the City of Salem, this split-foyer home offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and convenience. Morning walks to the Greenway, afternoons in the large fenced backyard, and evenings filled with natural light make this a place you'll love coming home to. Inside, the semi-open floor plan features hardwood floors, abundant windows, and three bedrooms on the
*Steps from downtown Salem and Roanoke College* Tucked into an exclusive 7-home enclave in Salem, this 2019-built residence delivers modern design and lifestyle-driven living. Soaring 9-foot ceilings and dual gas fireplaces set a refined tone, while the sleek kitchen and baths feature quartz countertops, marble backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. A screened porch captures sweeping
New Stove, Refrigerator and Hood Fan Being delivered this Week(Thursday)Shines like a new penny! New paint in living room, kitchen, bedrooms and bathroom. New refinished hardwood floors. Open living room and kitchen. Bathroom (new sink, vanity, commode, medicine cabinet, light fixture, floor covering, NEW GFCI OUTLET, bathroom tub reglazed.) Bathroom and Kitchen new vinyl floors. kitchen counter
Enjoy peaceful country living with beautiful mountain views, a level 0.62-acre lot, and room to spread out--all just a short drive from Salem. Offering nearly 2,000 square feet, this thoughtfully designed home features a split-bedroom floor plan, two spacious living areas, and a bright sunroom that's perfect for morning coffee, hobbies, or simply taking in the view. The oversized primary suite
Discover this spacious 5-bedroom, 2-full-bath home at 924 Ingleside Ln in Salem, VA 24153. Completely updated and move-in ready, the standout feature is the brand-new kitchen, finished with fresh cabinets, granite countertops, a stylish tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. The bathrooms have also been updated, giving the entire home a fresh, modern feel. Located just minutes from the
This charming Cape Cod sits on 3 beautiful acres offering the perfect blend of comfort and country living! Built in 2000, this well-maintained home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a spacious main-level primary suite. The inviting living area includes a beautiful fireplace, and vaulted ceilings; while the wrap-around porch provides the perfect place to relax and enjoy the peaceful setting!
Charming Move-In Ready Starter Home W/ Over $50,000 of Renovations, New Kitchen Sink & Faucet, All Appliances Convey inclu W/D, New Bathroom Shower Stall, New Vanity, Sink & Faucet, New Central AC, Newly Serviced Forced Air Natural Gas Carrier Furnace, New Thermostat, New Vinyl Insulated Windows, New Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring Throughout with New Baseboards & Quarter Round, New Water Heater with
Welcome to this completely renovated, all one level (no steps!), 3 BR, 2 Ba home in highly desirable Salem! This property offers exceptional outdoor living with an expansive 823 sq ft deck and a spacious 815 sq ft rear patio, perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying the beautiful mountain views! Inside, the home features an open concept layout, with all new windows, bright living spaces,
This Subdivision is in Roanoke County/Glenvar School district. 1 level living with Open Floor Plan that offers a combination of Kitchen/Dining and Living Room. Primary Bedroom room features a en suite bath with walk in shower, double vanity and walk in closet. Tankless water heater. Leland Cypress will be added to the right side of the property line.
Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in the City of Salem, this split-foyer home offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and convenience. Morning walks to the Greenway, afternoons in the large fenced backyard, and evenings filled with natural light make this a place you'll love coming home to. Inside, the semi-open floor plan features hardwood floors, abundant windows, and three bedrooms on the
Welcome to Steelton Mill – Quality-crafted, single-family homes with mountain views and elevated living in the heart of Salem.The Cedar single-family home blends function and elegance. Enter the foyer and head to the great room, which flows effortlessly into the gourmet kitchen with island, and the dining area. Beyond that, a hall leads to a powder room and flex space that can be
Welcome to Steelton Mill – Quality-crafted, single-family homes with mountain views and elevated living in the heart of Salem.The Elder has it all. Step inside this 2-car garage single-family home, where a sprawling great room adjoins a gourmet kitchen with a large island that overlooks the dining area. A versatile flex room is ideal for a home office, hobby area or play space. Upstairs,
Simms Farm is in the desirable Salem school district. This community is conveniently located minutes from Lewis Gale Hospital, Historic Downtown Salem, Virginia, and Roanoke College. 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 surface flooring, white
Simms Farm is in the desirable Salem school district. This community is conveniently located minutes from Lewis Gale Hospital, Historic Downtown Salem, Virginia, and Roanoke College. 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 surface flooring, white
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
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
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
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
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
We don't just rent apartments. From the moment you walk through the front door you'll feel the comfort and security that makes our residents happy to call us home. Cutting edge amenities, meticulously-groomed grounds, and a dedicated staff contributes to a higher standard of living. Convenient shopping, award-winning schools, local museums and parks are all close at hand, with sponsored
This community has been completely renovated and is located in the heart of Downtown Salem, Va. Within walking distance to several restaurants and shops. Enjoy 1 and 2 bedroom floor plans that include water, sewer, and trash. The Historic Blair Apartments is your next place to call home.
Adjacent to Longwood Park, our community includes a children's playground and picnic area that make a perfect space for family fun on beautiful afternoons.You will feel right at home in our spacious 1, 2, & 3 bedroom apartment homes. We offer recently renovated amenities in our apartments!
Updated with new kitchen, newer appliances, newer flooring, paint, lighting, bathroom! This one has a full unfinished basement great for storage! Water included, lawn care too!1 year lease, must apply with credit and background check. Security deposit same as rent.
VERY NICE AND WELL KEPT 2 BEDROOM, 1.5 BATH DUPLEX IN EXCELLENT LOCATION. LEVEL LOT. LANDSCAPING/MOWING PROVIDED. REFINISHED CABINETS, STAINLESS APPLIANCES, WASHER/DRYER, PAVED DRIVEWAY. VERY CLEAN AND WELL MAINTAINED. NO SMOKING AND NO PETS. AVAILABLE 10/1/26. ONE YEAR MINIMUM LEASE, DEPOSIT IS EQUAL TO ONE MONTH RENT. TENANT IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL UTILITIES.
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