“Through thick and thin, Valerie was always there ready to help us navigate the new- to- us world of the PNW housing market. He patience with us and her professionalism were appreciated!!”
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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
May 1, 2026 - Jul 31, 2026
Median sale price
$450K
-0%
from
Q2 '26
Median list price
$468K
+1.8%
from
Q2 '26
Active listings
1,305
+7.5%
from
Q2 '26
Homes sold
529
-0.9%
from
Q2 '26
New pendings
709
+2.6%
from
Q2 '26
New listings
737
+12%
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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Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (May 2026 - Jul 2026).
Salem’s rolling three-month numbers show prices holding fairly steady compared with last year, with the typical home value up about 1 percent. Listing prices have climbed a bit faster year over year, rising a little over 4 percent. At the same time, homes are taking much longer to sell than a year ago, with median days on market up sharply and inventory measured in months of supply up more than 40 percent.
Looking at the latest rolling period through July 2026, the typical home value is about $450,000, while the median list price is just under $470,000. Inventory has grown to roughly 1,300 active listings, and months of supply is at 4.2, signaling more options for buyers than in prior periods. Sales volume has cooled, with homes sold down around 8 percent from a year earlier, yet demand is still showing up in contract activity, as pending sales are running about 16 percent higher year over year.
Even with more inventory on the market, pricing power has not disappeared. Nearly 23 percent of recent sales closed above list price, and the average sale-to-list ratio is essentially at 100 percent, indicating sellers are still achieving close to asking. The median home now spends close to two months on the market, giving buyers more time to decide while sellers must be more precise with pricing. This balance of firm prices and rising supply makes it especially important for both buyers and sellers in Salem to connect with a skilled local agent through Agent Pronto.
Learn more about what Salem has to offer.
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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“Working with Josh was an incredible experience from start to finish. As first-time homebuyers Josh made the entire process feel simple, stress-free, and exciting. He took the time to understand exactly what we were looking for and helped us find a home that fits our needs today and our future needs. Thanks to Josh, we were able to secure our home on our very first offer. He navigated the negotiation wonderfully and made us feel secured and informed at every step. His communication was great, his knowledge of the area was top notch, and his commitment to helping us find the right home truly fullfilled our expectations. We were so happy with our experience and would recommend Josh to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. He genuinely cares about his clients and goes above and beyond to make the experience a positive one. Thank you, Josh, for helping us find our perfect home!”
Soldera Properties, Inc.
“Jordan was right there the whole way. It was a long journey for our family. We had to wait to sell the house for various reasons, but Jordan was with us as we prepared. I always felt like she knew our unique situation, while also being in tune with the market in the area and the larger real estate trends and issues. Her being there with answers to questions and great connections for people to address issues that came up helped us more than I can find words for. Besides being personally connected, she was also honest and forthright with reality all along the way. It was refreshing and reassuring. I would highly recommend Jordan for anyone looking to have a positive experience selling a home.”
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“Julieann is a friend of my daughter. She is nice and approachable. She's very patient w/ us and professional as well.”
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“Arica went up and beyond to sell our property. She was very professional and helped us with every step of the process. I would highly recommend hiring Arica to help with you home needs.”
Song Real Estate
“We had such an incredible experience working with Lindsay Fiarito to purchase our beach house in Ocean Shores! She was knowledgeable, responsive, and truly went above and beyond to make the entire process feel easy and stress-free. We’re so grateful for her guidance and absolutely thrilled with our new place!”
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“We selected Chun after interviewing several other agents. His attention to detail, market knowledge and attention to detail was excellent. He was a great sounding board for us when we had concerns in the process and ensured the overall process went smoothly. He is an excellent communicator, adjusting his style to meet client needs, uses data in very sophisticated ways to hone the best potential buyers and is well respected among his peers. We had multiple offers in the process. Chun helped us navigate which offers would be ones to consider in order of our priorities. We would highly commend Chun to any prospective client buying or selling!”
HomeSmart Realty Group
“Jordan with McKillion Real Estate Group was absolutely fantastic! Professional, responsive, and extremely knowledgeable about the Portland area real estate market. We were trying to find the ideal home for retirement and came from out of state several times to look at houses. Jordan listened to what we wanted, was patient with each and every request, and found creative solutions when we hit problems or obstacles. On top of all that, he was friendly and easy to get along with. He went above and beyond, even helping us with some issues after closing. I can't recommend him highly enough - more than 5 stars!”
Keller Williams Sunset Corridor
“It was a pleasure working with Laura Oviatt. She is knowledgeable, energetic and communicative. She kept us well informed throughout the process of listing and selling our home. We highly recommend her to help buy or sell property.”
Berkshire Hathaway BHHS Northwest Real Estate
“Working with Bradley, I know the clients are being reprented well. He's a true champion for those in entering or reshaping their real estate portfolio.”
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“Gary was referred to me by family that has used him in many home purchases and he was great to work with. He had excellent knowledge of the area is was looking to buy in and we found something right away. This was my first time buying and Gary made the whole process super easy. He was always available to me anytime I need him or if I had a question about something. I would highly recommend Gary to anyone that's looking for to buy. Gary you are awesome thank you again.”
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Northwest Real Estate
“Gabriela was wonderful to work with from start to finish. She is extremely knowledgeable, organized, timely, and helpful. As a first time homebuyer, she made the process less daunting and was there for me every step of the way. I will be working with Gabriela for all my future real estate needs!”
Premiere Property Group
“Working with Tony was an outstanding experience from start to finish. He is professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and truly goes above and beyond for his clients. Tony has a deep understanding of the market, strong negotiation skills, and an impressive ability to anticipate issues before they become problems. Throughout the entire process, he communicated clearly, stayed on top of every detail, and always had my best interests in mind. His guidance made what could have been a stressful transaction smooth, efficient, and successful. If you are looking for a real estate agent who is honest, hardworking, and genuinely committed to delivering results, Tony is the one. I would absolutely work with him again and recommend him without hesitation to anyone buying or selling real estate.”
All Professionals Real Estate
“Laurice understood what I was looking for and she assisted me in achieving a positive outcome.”
Berkshire Hathaway Real Estate Professionals
“Brooklyn Morgan went above and beyond with getting me into a great house. She was an awesome help , especially when there was something I didn't understand , she explained it so I did understand. She worked extremely hard to get us into the house we were looking for. She looked out for us as the buyer. I was super lucky to get her as real estate broker. She is literally constantly working for her clients.. I highly recommend other clients go with Brooklyn Morgan..”
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“Brent worked hard for us, making phone calls checking on issues, following up with everyone involved. Brent is an asset to have on your team. Thank you for everything finding us our forever home. Terry and Georgie kelley.”
Coldwell Banker Professional Group
“Rebeccah Lee is wonderful to work with.She is very knowledgeable,and personable.The properties were all top notch that we looked at . Thanks again Beccah Lee!!!!!!!!”
Portland Works Real Estate
“Chuck was fantastic!!!! He helped me and my wife through all of the "sometimes stressful" process of buying a home. While I never met Chuck in person, he made me feel like he was right there the whole time always getting the info we needed in a very timely way. I would highly recommend him to anyone who wishes to purchase a home. I have bought and sold a few homes in my life, and I feel that I could trust Chuck at all times. ”
Worthland Real Estate
“Five-star quality realtor, Rick Maurmann. I highly recommend him for real estate in the Salem, Oregon area. First-class service, timely support, great results! ”
Coldwell Banker Mountain West
“Excellent. Shannon couldn't have been more helpful. She was efficient and professional, was able to receive an acceptable offer within 24hours after listing the home. We sold our home the next day. Best experience my wife and I have ever had throughout the six times we sold homes over the previous 45 years.”
Premiere Property Group, LLC
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