Why Live in South Central
South Central in Salem offers a diverse range of housing styles, divided by Commercial Street. East of Commercial Street, you'll find modest Craftsman homes and cottages with a grid layout and mature trees, typically between 1,000 and 2,000 square feet. West of Commercial Street, the neighborhood features a more natural landscape with larger Craftsman, Tudor Revival, and Colonial Revival homes, some up to 3,000 square feet. This area includes Mahonia Hall, the Oregon governor's residence. Bush's Pasture Park, a 90.5-acre site, offers walking trails, a playground, sports fields, and the Bush House museum. Minto-Brown Island Park provides 1,200 acres of nature trails, fishing ponds, and a 30-acre off-leash dog park. Commercial Street is the main hub for shopping and dining, with options like Straight From New York Pizza and Best Little Roadhouse, which also features an 18-hole mini golf course. The neighborhood hosts events such as the Salem Art Fair & Festival and plant sales at Bush Park. Public transit is accessible via Cherriots bus routes 8, 7, and 21, and the area is convenient to Salem Hospital. South Salem High School, highly rated, offers career and technical education courses and dual credit programs. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, adding to its appeal for potential home buyers.
Home Trends in South Central, OR
On average, homes in South Central, Salem sell after 74 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in South Central, Salem over the last 12 months is $440,000, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$440,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$440,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$279
Number of Homes for Sale
20
Last 12 months Home Sales
93
Median List Price
$484,445
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
11%
