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* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Highland real estate market, updated for March 2026. *
Highland is leaning toward sellers right now, with the market gauge at 18, even as activity has cooled. Typical home values sit around $319,900, noticeably below Salem’s $425,000. Homes are also taking longer to sell, with a median of 95 days on market.
Several factors help explain this tilt toward sellers. Inventory is still relatively limited at 11 homes, down about 15 percent from last year, even after a 37.5 percent month-over-month jump, and new listings are also down 40 percent year over year, which keeps options tight for buyers.
At the same time, pricing and pace show a slower, more cautious environment. Typical home values are down 2.31 percent from last year and 1.57 percent from last month, while only about 14 percent of recent sales closed above list and the average sale-to-list ratio is just under 98 percent. Sellers are seeing fewer deals overall, with pending sales down 40 percent compared with a year ago, even as the projected median list price for March rises toward $408,000 and inventory edges up to 12 homes. With these crosscurrents affecting both pricing power and time on market, buyers and sellers in Highland can both benefit from an Agent Pronto recommended agent to navigate conditions and negotiate effectively.
Market gauge is calculated based on the the number of active listings divided by home sales over the most recently available reporting period.
Highland offers residents a welcoming, close-knit community with tree-lined streets, green spaces, convenient local shops, and a walkable layout that makes daily life easy and enjoyable.
Highland stands out in north Salem for its strong everyday identity, where long‑time residents and newer households share the same streets, schools, and parks. Compared with quieter pockets nearby, Highland feels a bit more active, with direct access to central Salem, major arterials, and employers while still keeping a close community feel.
Neighborhood life often revolves around green space and local services. Families appreciate the walkability to Highland Elementary School, and the broad lawns and playgrounds at Highland City Park give neighbors a place to meet, play, or relax under mature trees. Just south, Olinger Pool and Riverfront Park are close enough for quick outings, while downtown dining and the Salem Public Library are only a short drive.
Housing here ranges from mid‑century cottages to modest newer construction, which attracts first‑time buyers as well as long‑term owners ready for a change in space or lifestyle. Proximity to Northgate, Grant, and Keizer adds more shopping and dining choices, yet Highland retains an everyday, residential character that many find practical and welcoming.
Because the neighborhood offers relative affordability and convenient access, well‑priced homes can move quickly. Whether you are preparing to list or hoping to buy at the right moment, connecting early with the right local agent through Agent Pronto can help you time your move and navigate Highland’s market with confidence.
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