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West Salem

SALEM, OR 97304

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Polk County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 97304

West Salem

Market Analysis

Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The SALEM, OR real estate market (97304) currently shows 156 active listings, with 44 pending sales. Homes are averaging 66 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 41 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 66 days on market compared to 60 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 1.9% year-over-year, from $587,000 to $576,125.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 34,148  ·  Density: 232.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $85,908

Typical home value: $423,370  ·  Homeownership: 64.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
156
⇧ 35.7% vs 115 last year
Pending
44
28% pending ratio
Median Price
$576,125
⇩ 1.9% vs $587,000 last year
Average Price
$702,538
⇧ 10.9% vs $633,660 last year
Days on Market
66
⇧ 10% vs 60 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$255
⇧ 0.4% vs $254/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,313 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 156 this year vs 115 last year
  • Days on market: 66 now vs 60 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $576,125 (-1.9% YoY)
  • Average: $702,538 (+10.9% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 18.9 miles — 851 listings ($591,626,192 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
97304Salem, OR 973040.0 mi135$94,613,265$579,325$700,839
97371Rickreall, OR 973714.6 mi4$5,000,000$1,475,000$1,250,000
97302Salem, OR 973027.6 mi169$109,601,232$546,950$648,528
97305Salem, OR 973058.7 mi85$40,217,665$429,925$473,149
97026Gervais, OR 9702610.5 mi9$6,829,488$648,500$758,832
97351Independence, OR 9735112.1 mi31$20,291,360$440,000$654,560
97114Dayton, OR 9711412.3 mi10$9,072,770$749,450$907,277
97128Mcminnville, OR 9712815.1 mi116$85,617,628$536,000$738,083
97071Woodburn, OR 9707116.4 mi134$72,327,036$429,900$539,754
97378Sheridan, OR 9737816.6 mi34$24,098,622$436,788$708,783
97392Turner, OR 9739217.1 mi29$41,495,201$1,022,500$1,430,869
97381Silverton, OR 9738117.8 mi80$55,019,440$572,175$687,743
97115Dundee, OR 9711518.9 mi15$27,442,485$1,443,250$1,829,499

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SALEM, OR 97304?

As of March 2026, there are 156 active listings in SALEM, OR (zip code 97304), compared to 115 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SALEM, OR 97304?

The median listing price in SALEM, OR 97304 is $576,125 as of March 2026, a 1.9% decrease from $587,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in SALEM, OR?

Homes in SALEM, OR 97304 spend an average of 66 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 60 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SALEM, OR 97304?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, SALEM, OR 97304 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 41 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 66 days on market compared to 60 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in SALEM, OR?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SALEM, OR 97304 save an estimated $11,523 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $576,125. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.