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Salem real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Salem real estate market. *
Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Jul 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026
Median sale price
$455K
+1.1%
from Q2 '26
Median list price
$446K
-2.1%
from Q2 '26
Active listings
1,241
+0.6%
from Q2 '26
Homes sold
495
-7.5%
from Q2 '26
New pendings
529
-23%
from Q2 '26
New listings
615
-8.2%
from Q2 '26
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Salem
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Salem
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Salem
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Salem
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Salem
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Salem
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
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Seller’s Market
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Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jul 2026 - Sep 2026).
Salem’s rolling three-month data through September 2026 shows home values edging up compared with a year ago. Typical home value is about 2 percent higher year over year, even as median list prices are slightly lower than last year. Sales activity has cooled, with homes sold down nearly 9 percent and pending sales down about 6 percent compared with the same period a year earlier.
Looking at supply and pace, inventory is growing while buyers are taking a bit longer to commit. Active listings are slightly higher than a year ago, and months of supply has risen more than 40 percent year over year to about 4.2 months, signaling more options for shoppers. Homes are spending more time on the market, with median days on market up about 5 percent to 58 days.
Even with more inventory, pricing power has not completely shifted. Roughly 23 percent of recent sales closed above the asking price, and the average sale-to-list ratio is holding close to 100 percent, suggesting sellers can still achieve prices near their list. At the same time, fewer homes are selling quickly, with about 27 percent going off market within two weeks, giving buyers a bit more breathing room to evaluate options. In this mixed Salem environment, Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers with an experienced local agent who understands these trends and can guide the next move with confidence.
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Salem offers residents a welcoming, vibrant blend of culture, green spaces, strong local services, and easy access to outdoor recreation, education, and community life.
Salem offers a different pace and personality than nearby Portland or Albany. As the capital city, it blends historic neighborhoods and government anchors with a steady, locally focused feel. Downtown’s walkable grid, anchored by the Salem Public Library, small businesses, and year round community events, gives residents a sense of connection that larger metros can lack.
Outdoor access is a daily part of life here. Families gather at Riverfront City Park along the Willamette River, while runners, cyclists, and dog walkers head to Minto Brown Island Park for miles of trails and open space. Wine country and farm stands in Marion County are minutes away, adding to the region’s local food and wine culture.
Neighborhoods range from historic homes near Willamette University and the Oregon State Capitol to newer developments on the city’s edges. Buyers appreciate relative affordability compared with Portland while still accessing employers, schools, and health care. Longtime residents often stay rooted, trading up or sizing down within favorite areas such as West Salem.
With inventory and interest rates shifting regularly, timing and preparation are critical. Whether you are entering the market for the first time or planning to sell a long held home, the right local agent can help you read current conditions, price wisely, and move confidently. Agent Pronto connects both buyers and sellers with agents who understand Salem’s neighborhoods and trends today.
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“I appreciated Gary's professionalism and insight when marketing my home. He provided the names of professional service companies when needed. Was promp in responding to my questions and consistent in sharing details about my sale. I would feel confident in recommending Gary Musgrove to others.”
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Northwest Real Estate
“Exactly the kind of realtor you want in your corner! Selling our home was a big decision, and we couldn't have asked for a better agent to guide us through the process than Adrianne Bonsey. What stood out most about Adrianne was that she truly LISTENED. She took the time to understand our goals, our concerns, and what mattered most to us. She offered knowledgeable advice, honest feedback, and valuable insight throughout the selling process, but ultimately respected that the decisions were ours to make. We never felt pressured or pushed in a direction we weren't comfortable with. Selling a unique rural property comes with its own set of challenges, and Adrianne approached everything with professionalism, patience, and a level head. Her communication was excellent, she was always approachable, and we genuinely felt she had our best interests at heart. There's something incredibly reassuring about working with an agent who knows her business but also understands that it's YOUR home and YOUR journey. We are so grateful for Adrianne's guidance and dedication throughout this chapter of our lives. If you're looking for a seller's agent who will listen, advocate for you, and empower you to make informed decisions, we cannot recommend her highly enough! Team Kelly from here on out!”
The Kelly Group Real Estate
“Moving from Arizona we knew there would be challenges but Jordan made it so much easier for us. The inspections she helped get set up, her recommendations and professionalism makes her a stand out in the Reality business. Jordan called or sent us a text with every step of the process. She would be the first person we would recommend to anyone.”
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“Zac Thompson did an outstanding job selling our Starlight duplex. He sold it quickly, put together excellent marketing, and demonstrated strong local market knowledge throughout the process. His negotiation skills were exceptional, and when a low appraisal threatened to derail the deal, Zac stepped up and helped save it. His expertise, persistence, and ability to navigate challenges made all the difference. We highly recommend Zac to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, hardworking real estate professional who knows how to get deals across the finish line!”
HomeSmart Realty Group
“When we started the process of looking for a house, we were expecting months of work, and possibly having to make exceptions to what we wanted, maybe even the location. -We called Bradley on a Thursday, and provided him with a list of houses to view. -On that Saturday, Bradley had scheduled viewings for all of the homes we suggested, as well as a few that he added after seeing what we were looking for. He even picked some homes to add to the list which were not only similar, but better than what we had found. -By that Sunday, we were putting in an offer on one of the homes Bradley had suggested, because we loved it so much. If that was not good enough, Bradley also walked us through every step of the process, answering every (dumb) question we had, and advised us of concerns we hadn't thought about. He was patient, informative, and fast. We would reccommend him to anyone, especially if you have never done this before. He will take care of you every step of the way!”
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“We have known Arica Mitchell for several years, she has kept us up to date on the current housing market. When we finally decided to sell our home of, 42 years, we knew Arica would be the one to guide us through the process. We were very overwhelmed with the selling of our home but she was always available to answer questions and concerns, putting us at ease. She guided us through the home inspections, many home showings, contingent offers and when we received an offer she helped us review the contract, making a positive decision. We had total confidence in her ability to help us sell our home, Arica is our recommendation to anyone wanting to buy or sell there home.”
Song Real Estate
“Chun was a consummate real estate professional and sold our house during a challenging market. We would highly recommend him!”
HomeSmart Realty Group
“Will and would, recommend Jimmy Robinson to all people looking for an agent ! Very personalable. Fast responses is an understatement. An other plus, his photographer is outstanding! Of course his fee being one and one half percent helped. Thank you Jimmy Robinson JT - RS”
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“I’m grateful for the support Rebecca provided during a difficult home sale. She was consistently available, responsive, and incredibly nonjudgmental, which made it easier to navigate on all levels?. She stayed on top of things and put a great deal of time and effort into helping me move the sale forward. I appreciated her dedication and willingness to work through challenges with me. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a hardworking, supportive realtor.”
Portland Works Real Estate
“Jenessa was great to work with. She helped us every step of the way and was on top of everything on her end. I will gladly recommend her to my family and friends and will definitely work with her again.”
Summa Real Estate Group
“I love Marta. She's very calm and friendly. She always follows up my questions even if it's something small. I would definitely work with her again in the future. I felt very comfortable speaking with her from day one.”
HomeSmart Home Smart Realty Group
“I highly recommend Russel and his team! They were very efficient and great with communication during the process of selling our home. Very quick to respond to my many many questions and I never felt ignored one time...Excellent service from the initial listing to the sale of our home!! Highly recommend!!!”
Matin Real Estate
“From start to finish, Laura Oviatt, did an excellent job of communicating and helping me in selling my property. Laura was professional and always there to answer any questions I had. I would highly recommend Laura if you are looking for a realtor. Laura deserves more than 5 stars.”
Berkshire Hathaway BHHS Northwest Real Estate
“What a pleasure it was to work with Ariel and her staff. She always provided quick responses and sound advice. Her attention to detail and the way she marketed our home by placing signs around the house calling out its features really made the difference for us. We interviewed several realtors and she stood out amongst them. So glad we chose Ariel!”
Property Group NW
“Brian helped us sell our fathers house after his passing. He was attentive and responsive. We would recommend him to anyone. If we lived in the area, we'd use him again. Thanks for the great work Brian!”
HomeSmart Realty Group
“Valerie was easy to work with and always available for my calls. She arranged for the extra work that needed to be done in order for the sale to be complete, in a timely manner. Communication was good”
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“Greg and Judy were wonderful to work with with.They were professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and truly cared about my needs.”
Premiere Property Group, LLC
“Five-Star Service from a True Professional. As a veteran, I cannot recommend Troy highly enough for his incredible dedication to helping the military community navigate the market. He recently handled the sale of our home in Vancouver, WA, putting us in the absolute best position with a strategic marketing plan that allowed us to sell our home much faster than expected. Throughout the entire process, Troy made us feel like we were his only clients, turning what could have been a stressful selling journey into an amazing, deeply personable, and seamless experience. I would absolutely recommend him to all of my friends and family.”
Northwest Realty Source
“My experience working with Brooklyn was nothing short of amazing! As a first-time homebuyer, she made the entire home-buying process easy and stress-free. She was extremely confident and professional when it came to negotiating and working things out with the seller. She always went above and beyond to make sure I understood every detail throughout the process. I couldn’t have asked for a better realtor. Highly recommended!”
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