Salem’s housing numbers have shifted significantly over the past year, with typical home values down about 48.52 percent. Inventory has more than doubled year over year, rising 104.17 percent, while new listings are up about 107.69 percent and pending sales have climbed 62.5 percent. Buyers now have more options, but prices and values have been moving in different directions than in many surrounding areas.
In March 2026, the typical home value in Salem was around $74,650, compared with about $130,750 in Columbiana County overall. The market still leans toward sellers, with a seller’s market gauge of 19, but conditions are mixed as buyers see more choices.
Current listings show a median list price of roughly $179,000, with homes spending about 32 days on the market, which is down 43.86 percent from the previous month and 11.11 percent from last year. Around 20 percent of listings had a price drop, yet half of recent sales closed above list price and the average sale-to-list ratio was about 0.99. Inventory stands at 49 homes with 27 new listings and 26 pending sales, and projections for April 2026 point to inventory rising to about 58 and the median list price edging down toward $148,550 while typical values are projected around $31,975. Whether you are a buyer trying to navigate these shifting conditions or a seller aiming to price strategically, Agent Pronto can connect you with a Salem agent who understands this market.
