South Salem

Salem, OR

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South Salem - Salem, OR

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Enjoy pastoral living minutes from Salem’s urban hub

Great Location Wooded Outdoors Trails Rural

Country lanes wind through the wooded hillside and breathtaking mountain views peek around every corner, providing a scenic backdrop to the beautiful neighborhood of South Salem. Located about three miles south of historic Downtown Salem and Willamette University, South Salem is a serene enclave nestled in the Willamette Valley ideal for renters who enjoy a slower pace of life but still want access to modern amenities. South Salem has several neighborhood parks and rests beside Minto-Brown Island Park, 898-acre natural area with off-leash dog park, playgrounds, hiking trails, and picnic areas nestled along the Willamette River.

Liberty Road South and Commercial Street offer residents a variety of grocery stores, restaurants, shops, and other businesses. When locals aren’t enjoying South Salem’s natural beauty, they head north into the heart of Salem. Enjoy the Riverfront Carousel at Riverfront City Park, enjoy the shops and cafes in the pedestrian-friendly downtown, or catch a comedy show at the Capitol City Theater. Rentals in this secluded neighborhood range from affordable apartments to upscale cabin-like single-family homes.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in South Salem is $1,085 for one bedroom, $1,332 for two bedrooms, and $1,275 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in South Salem has decreased by -3.0% in the past year.

  • 1 BR

  • 692 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,085/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 943 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,332/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,067 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,275/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

68

Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

27

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

67

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Eola Bend Park
  • Minto Island Park
  • Bush's Pasture Park
  • A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village
  • Straub Environmental Learning Center

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