Listed by CATHI CALDWELL • HOMESMART REALTY GROUP (503-999-5731).
For sale
$599,000
Est. $3,849/mo —
4
bd
•
2.5 ba
•
2,540
sq ft
3959 Dakota Rd SE, Salem, OR 97302
About this home
Welcome to this spacious South Salem home offering 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and over 2,500 sq ft of living space on a .24-acre lot! Brand new furnace and A/C installed just 2.5 months ago! Step inside to a large, inviting living room, a wood-burning fireplace and new carpet, plus additional new carpet downstairs. The kitchen features a gas range, granite countertops and French doors leading out to a brand new deck! Spacious bedrooms offering generous closet space. The primary suite includes double closets, tile floors and a tiled shower. One bedroom is conveniently located downstairs, creating great flexibility for guests, an office or additional living space. The perfect layout for potential multi generational living! The brand-new deck overlooks the fully fenced backyard with blueberries, raspberries, grapes and pears already established. A chicken coop and new 10x20 shed add even more functionality for gardening, hobbies and storage. With generous indoor and outdoor space, thoughtful updates and a convenient South Salem location, this home has so much to offer!
Faye Wright, located between Mission Street SE and Kuebler Boulevard SE, is a residential and commercial Salem neighborhood with big-box corridors and pocket parks. The neighborhood’s energy concentrates around the Mission St SE and 25th St SE junction, where auto-oriented storefronts, service counters, and everyday errands cluster along wide arterials. Closer to the interior streets, mid-century ranch homes and newer infill sit on calm blocks with mature trees. The I-5 edge adds a commuter rhythm, while nearby green space breaks up the asphalt. Community touchstones nearby include Salem Golf Club, the Oregon State Fairgrounds, and the Salem Armory Auditorium for year-round events.
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Offer insights
3959 Dakota Rd SE · $599,000
$599K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $599K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
31 days
The average home goes pending in 51 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.3%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Living room fireplace with wood burning insert
High-speed communication available
Formal dining room
Finished basement
Bedrooms
Master bedroom on the upper level
Bedrooms 2 and 3 on the upper level
Bedroom 4 on the lower/basement level
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms (both on the upper level)
One half bathroom (located in the lower/basement area)
Kitchen
Gas range
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal
Laundry & utility
Utility room located on the upper level
Gas water heater
Flooring
Carpet
Wood
Vinyl
Heating & cooling
Gas forced-air heating
Exterior features
Fenced yard
Patio
Landscaped yard
Underground sprinkler system
Shed and separate shop/outbuilding
Home design
3 tri-level home
Exterior color: grey
Parking
No garage spaces
Front-door parking access
Construction
Built in 1959
Cedar/wood siding (lap style)
Composition roof
Continuous foundation
Utilities
City water
Gas water heater
HOA & community
No homeowners association
Other
Home warranty negotiable
No assessments/liens reported
No water rights
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Hurry & see this impeccably maintained South Salem home! Located on a quiet street with a cul-de-sac., this home is turn-key! The very spacious living room is on the main level w/ a wood fireplace. In the kitchen you'll find a pantry, quartz countertops, beautiful SS appliances, &TONS of cabinet space. On the lower level, you'll find even more space with a carpeted family room, next to a bedroom & a half bath. 1 year old Samsung W/D will stay! HUGE fenced backyard w/a patio and shed. Book a tour TODAY!
Greater Lansing AoR #764421
Sep 28, 2020
Sold
$405,000
$159/sq ft
Sep 28, 2020
Sold
$405,000
$159/sq ft
Aug 5, 2020
Contingent
—
Aug 1, 2020
Relisted
—
Jul 27, 2020
Contingent
—
Jul 20, 2020
Price Changed
$405,000
$159/sq ft
Jul 8, 2020
Price Changed
$415,000
$163/sq ft
Jun 4, 2020
Listed
$405,000
$159/sq ft
Jun 4, 2020
Listed
$424,900
$167/sq ft
+35
Recent fully renovated South Salem home on a quiet cul-de-sac. Beautiful hardwood floors, large fenced lot, potential for dual living. Open kitchen, diningand living space is perfect for entertaining friends and family. Cozy, sweet home with lots of character! Schedule your showing today!
WVMLS #712670
Feb 3, 2017
Sold
$289,900
$114/sq ft
Jan 14, 2017
Pending
—
Dec 7, 2016
Contingent
—
Dec 3, 2016
Listed
$289,900
$114/sq ft
WVMLS #708623
Aug 31, 2016
Sold
$161,000
$63/sq ft
Aug 11, 2016
Listed
—
Public Records
Mar 12, 2003
Sold
$147,000
$58/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 11, 1996
Sold
$139,750
$55/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 4, 1987
Sold
$60,000
$24/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,255 (+7.8%)
2024
$5,804 (+6.2%)
2023
$5,464 (+2.9%)
2022
$5,311 (+2.9%)
2021
$5,159 (+3.0%)
2020
$5,009 (+3.6%)
2019
$4,833 (−1.7%)
2018
$4,918 (+10.8%)
2017
$4,439 (+34.9%)
2016
$3,290 (−0.8%)
2015
$3,315 (+3.3%)
2014
$3,208 (+5.7%)
2013
$3,035 (+1.3%)
2012
$2,996 (+0.6%)
2011
$2,978 (+4.2%)
2010
$2,857 (+1.1%)
2009
$2,825
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,454 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1990
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,540
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,540
Year built
1959
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marion County
APN
573172
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
RS
Single Family Residential Zone
The purpose of the Single Family Residential (RS) Zone is to implement the single family residential designation of the Salem Area Comprehensive Plan through the identification of allowed uses and the establishment of development standards. The RS zone generally allows single family, two family, three family, and four family residential uses, along with a mix of other uses that are compatible with and/or provide support and services to the residential area.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Community / recreation center
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Library
Ground transport
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
12 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Salem, OR • 97302
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Sun exposure
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 4% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.6 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 3959 Dakota Rd SE
$591,107
$7,893 under list price of $599K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $450K to $636K.