$533,968Average Value$313Average Price per Sq Ft16Homes For Sale
Quiet, nature-filled community in rapidly growing Salem
South Salem is an established neighborhood in a fast-growing part of Oregon's capital. While many of the areas around this community are seeing rapid and continued residential development, this quiet spot still offers a peaceful lifestyle just minutes from Downtown Salem. "You have these soaring, gorgeous, 100-year-old trees — massive trees all around the parks and the area, and it just gives you that nature-y feel, but you're not 20 minutes outside of town. You're five minutes to a grocery store and 10 minutes to a really nice restaurant," says Shareef Hagag, a Realtor with HomeSmart Realty Group who has sold homes in the area.
South Salem has a mix of suburban homes and dense trees.
Minto-Brown Island Dog Park offers shaded trails for visitors to enjoy in South Salem.
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Natural beauty around South Salem
Hagag says that the Croisan Creek Trail is popular with residents, an approximately 1-mile trail in the neighborhood that leads through wooded areas and is used by hikers and bikers. The northern trailhead is in the neighborhood on Spring Street and connects to Croisan Scenic Way on its south end. From here, residents can walk a few blocks west and hop on the Skyline Trail for more forest adventures. Fircrest Park is a community park with a tennis and basketball court, a playground and a walking path that meanders through towering evergreens. South Salem is also conveniently located near Minto-Brown Island Park, a 1,200-acre natural area along the Willamette River. This expansive park has over 29 miles of hiking, running and biking trails. There is a 30-acre off-leash dog park and several spots for fishing in the river or nearby ponds. Approximately 300 acres of the park are designated conservation land and are home to blue herons, rabbits and occasionally cougars. The neighborhood is also home to Madrona Swim Club, a private pool that offers a place to cool off in the summer, plus swim lessons and a swim team. Golf lovers can tee off at the public Salem Golf Club, an 18-hole, par-72 course.
The Croisan Creek Trail is a 1.5 mile long trail in South Salem.
Fircrest City Park is a great spot for families in South Salem to enjoy the outdoors together.
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Midcentury homes on tree-covered South Salem lots
South Salem is an established neighborhood with many homes from the 1950s to 1970s. These are typically ranch-style houses set on hilly tree-lined streets. There are also split-level and contemporary 1970s homes available. The median lot size in the neighborhood is just under a quarter acre, and most homes have spacious front and back yards that can accommodate landscaping or a game of backyard football. Established homes in the neighborhood usually cost between $310,000 and $770,000. Salem has grown rapidly in the past decade — overtaking Eugene as the second largest city in Oregon — and according to Hagag, most of the growth has come in the city's southern half. South Salem has some new contemporary Craftsman houses from the 2010s and 2020s, typically costing between $650,000 and $800,000.
Rows of homes sit between large trees in South Salem.
A beautifully landscaped Mid-Century Modest home in the South Salem neighborhood.
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Convenient access to shopping and dining in the capital city
South Salem's location near Liberty Road and Commercial Street makes getting to local shops and restaurants easy. McMenamins Thompson Brewery & Public House is part of a regional chain of bars and grills. Known for its house-brewed beer and bar food, this location is in a historic building once owned by a Civil War veteran. Farther north, Downtown Salem is home to many local restaurants, including Taproot Lounge & Café. This casual spot serves coffee and breakfast in the morning before transitioning to burgers, tacos and beer for the evening. Groceries are nearby at stores like Roth's Fresh Markets and Fred Meyer. LifeSource Natural Foods is a locally owned store offering organic and natural groceries. Residents can make the 6-mile drive to Willamette Town Center for stores like Burlington, Barnes & Noble and Hobby Lobby. Stores like Walmart and Costco are closer, located on Commercial Street and Kuebler Boulevard.
Diners can enjoy a delicious crepe at French Press Coffee and Crepes in South Salem.
Life Source Natural Foods has a great selection of organic and local produce in South Salem.
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Preparing South Salem students for life after high school
Candalaria Elementary School is in the heart of the neighborhood and receives a B-minus rating from Niche. Leslie Middle School gets a C-plus, while South Salem High School gets a B-plus. The high school serves approximately 2,200 students and offers dual credit courses through local colleges like Chemeketa Community College, Western Oregon University and Oregon Tech. Students can also take career and technical education courses in broadcast journalism, computer programming and sports medicine.
South Salem High School is home of the Saxons.
Candalaria Elementary School is located on Hansen Ave S in South Salem.
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Plenty of ways to get around the city
The convenient location of South Salem makes it easy to get around the city. "I can't imagine myself anywhere else just because of the access. Sometimes I have to go south, sometimes I have to go north," says Hagag. "It's phenomenal to have a beautiful view and all of the trees for privacy, then come down the hill and it's like, boom!, where do we want to go?'" Commercial Street and Liberty Road are major north-south thoroughfares in the area; Commercial merges with Liberty Street on the neighborhood's western border and leads 3.5 miles north to Downtown. Cherriots bus routes 8 and 21 are also nearby, offering public transportation access to downtown. Salem Hospital is about 3.5 miles north of the neighborhood as well. Salem-Willamette Valley Airport is about 3 miles away and has limited commercial flights to Las Vegas and Los Angeles. The closest major airport is about 62 miles north in Portland.
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Parks in this Area
Fircrest Park
Minto-Brown Island City Park
Dog Park
Fishing
Picnic Area
Clark Creek Park
Nelson Park
Wendy Kroger Park
Gilmore Field City Park
Croisan Creek Trail
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
South Salem
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
South Salem Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Salem, Salem sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in South Salem, Salem over the last 12 months is $372,495, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This beautiful mid-century home is waiting for you! Welcome home to hardwood floors, central A/C for summer days & woodburning FP & brand new stove insert for cozy nights. The kitchen has been updated with painted cabinets, quality SS appliances, leathered granite countertops & granite sink. Interior paint June 2025. New carpet installed in the primary BR 2024. Electrical panel replaced in 2022
Sandy and John Van DykPARAMOUNT REAL ESTATE SERVICES
Gorgeous home! This amazing home has it all. 3 bedrooms plus an office. 2.5 baths. Vaulted ceilings in the main living area. Custom cabinets, quartz countertops throughout, SS appliances, gas range and a pantry. Large master bedroom with a walk in closet. A/C, covered patio area and RV parking.
Lupita Garcia RojasREALTY ONE GROUP WILLAMETTE VALLEY
Looking for a home in nature's paradise? Check out this beautiful updated contemporary home on a .29-acre park like setting in the Laurel Springs area. Versatile floor plan includes 4 bedrooms & 4 baths on three levels w/integrated ADU in basement area. Light & bright w/ skylight & many windows. Lots of hardwood tile, granite & marble. Huge trek deck & hot tub. New Interlock "shingle" metal roof
Must see beautiful single level 3 bedroom, 2 bath remodeled home in South Salem. Features include a wood burning fireplace, original hardwood floors in living room, updated windows, separate space that can be used as second living room or play room. Open house Saturday July 26th 10am - 12pm. Sunday July 27th 10am - 12pm. Please text/call LB for showing times. Open house Saturday July 26th 10am -
Better than new Timbercraft-built custom, designed to take advantage of views from this premium Laurel Crossing lot! Modern Northwest aesthetic with high-end upgrades throughout. Thoughtfully designed floor plan features both a luxe primary suite & private guest suite on the main level. The stunning kitchen opens to a vaulted great room with exposed beams, perfect for entertaining. Enjoy the
Harmona Heights Apartments are located in the hills and trees of South Salem. Lined with a beautiful treeline around the complex you will feel like you are tucked away in your own little complex. Just minutes from Salem Golf Club, Illahee Golf Club, Minto Brown Park, Bush Park, and many other outdoor activities these apartments are near everything a tenants could want!Welcome to Harmona
Willamette View Apartments offers country living... city close! We are located in a secluded country setting, yet only 5 minutes from downtown Salem. A beautiful park is 2 minutes away--great for biking, jogging, and features an off-leash dog area. Two challenging golf courses also are just minutes away. Court House Athletic Club is nearby, too. Willamette View Apartments interiors feature
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,441
Median Age
42
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$88,208
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$112,189
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.8%
College Graduates
51.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
35°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
38/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
8/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
18/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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