$385,000
SOLD JUN 13, 2025

838 Limelight Ave NW Salem, OR 97304

West Salem Neighborhood
2 Beds
4 Baths
1,477 Sq Ft
3,485 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$261 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Fenced Yard
  • Lap Siding
  • Den
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Carpet

About This Home

As of June 2025

Newer 2017 home with incredibly beautiful views from your two private front decks in this tri-level home located in the highly desirable West Salem area. Primary suite located on top floor with walk-in closet, full bath, high ceilings, large windows and private deck to enjoy stunning, peaceful views. Kitchen features Knotty alder cabinets, stainless steel appliances, large kitchen windows for ample lighting, laminate flooring, pantry and island. Access to fully fenced back yard is through kitchen

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jennifer Johnson

WILLCUTS COMPANY REAL ESTATE License #201213057 Listed on: 04/23/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,211

Year Built

  • Built in 2017

Lot Details

  • 3,485 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced Yard

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Tri-Level Property
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Lap Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,477 Sq Ft Home
  • Den
  • Security System Leased
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Chapman Hill Elementary School
  • Straub Middle School
  • West Salem High School

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 65

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,211

Year Built

Built in 2017

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Class: Residential
  • Type: Residence
  • Home Style: 3 Tri-Level
  • Range Facility: Electric, Microwave Included
  • Syndicated Remarks: Newer 2017 home with incredibly beautiful views from your two private front decks in this tri-level home located in the highly desirable West Salem area. Primary suite located on top floor with walk-in closet, full bath, high ceilings, large windows and private deck to enjoy stunning, peaceful views. Kitchen features Knotty alder cabinets, stainless steel appliances, large kitchen windows for ample lighting, laminate flooring, pantry and island. Access to fully fenced back yard is through kitchen,
  • Year Built: 2017
  • Home Style2: 3 Tri-Level
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Dishwasher: Yes
  • Disposal: Yes
  • Negotiable Inclusions: Washer/dryer - bedroom furniture (primary suite )
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Number of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Lower Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: 2/Upper
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: 2/Upper
  • Additional Room: On Level: Lower/Basement
  • Basement: Finished
  • Dining Room: 1/Main, On Level: 1/Main
  • Living Room: On Level: 1/Main
  • Kitchen: On Level: 1/Main
  • Bonus Rooms: Den
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 260.66
  • Source Of Sq Ft: County
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 253.89

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Deck
  • Fenced Yard: Yes
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Composition
  • Siding: Fiber Cement
  • Siding Style: Lap

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Capacity: 1

Utilities

  • Heating/Cooling: Ductless/Mini-Split
  • Security System: Leased
  • Sewer City: Yes
  • Water: City
  • Water Heater: Electric

Schools

  • Elementary School: Chapman Hill
  • Middle School: Straub
  • High School: West Salem

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.08
  • Lot: 65
  • Price Per Acre: 4687500
  • Underground Sprinklers: Refer To Remarks
  • Geo Subdivision: OR

Tax Info

  • Tax Years: 2024
  • Tax Account Number: 570441
  • Tax Amount: 4211

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: West Salem
  • Middle School: Straub
  • Elementary School: Chapman Hill

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 23, 2025
Closed on
Jun 11, 2025
Sold by
Poore Jennifer
Bought by
Thomson Alexander
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Johnson
WILLCUTS COMPANY REAL ESTATE
List Price
$390,000
Sold Price
$385,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.28%
Views
57

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-13.73%
Original Mortgage
$397,705
Outstanding Balance
$397,705
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
-$18,907

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 6, 2021
Sold by
Stershic Ryan M
Bought by
Poore Jennifer and Stershic Jennifer L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$293,040
Interest Rate
3.14%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 25, 2017
Closed on
Jul 25, 2017
Sold by
Del Boca Vista Llc
Bought by
Stershic Ryan M and Stershic Jennifer L
Seller's Agent
Matt Willcuts
WILLCUTS COMPANY REAL ESTATE
Buyer's Agent
Matt Willcuts
WILLCUTS COMPANY REAL ESTATE
List Price
$249,900
Sold Price
$249,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.43%
Original Mortgage
$245,373
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $385,000 Amerititle
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Accommodation
Warranty Deed $249,900 First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $397,705 VA
Previous Owner $293,040 FHA
Previous Owner $6,118 FHA
Previous Owner $66,096 No Value Available
Previous Owner $245,373 FHA
Previous Owner $164,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/13/2025 06/13/25 Sold $385,000 +2.7% $261 / Sq Ft
05/18/2025 05/18/25 Pending -- -- --
05/07/2025 05/07/25 Price Changed $375,000 -3.8% $254 / Sq Ft
04/23/2025 04/23/25 For Sale $390,000 +56.1% $264 / Sq Ft
09/15/2017 09/15/17 Sold $249,900 0.0% $169 / Sq Ft
07/20/2017 07/20/17 Pending -- -- --
04/25/2017 04/25/17 For Sale $249,900 -- $169 / Sq Ft
Source: Willamette Valley MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $4,211 $230,160 $59,100 $171,060
2024 $4,211 $223,460 $57,380 $166,080
2023 $4,089 $216,960 $55,700 $161,260
2022 $3,958 $210,650 $54,080 $156,570
2021 $3,845 $204,520 $52,510 $152,010
2020 $3,731 $198,570 $50,980 $147,590
2019 $3,601 $192,790 $49,490 $143,300
2018 $3,541 $187,180 $48,040 $139,140
2017 $782 $44,530 $44,530 $0
2016 $721 $41,200 $41,200 $0
2015 $523 $30,000 $30,000 $0
2014 $547 $30,600 $30,600 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Willamette Valley MLS

MLS Number: 828066

Willamette Valley MLS

APN: 570441