Listed by LESLIE ROTH • WINDERMERE MID VALLEY (503-339-6581). Bought with RE/MAX INTEGRITY - SALEM.
Off market jul 2021 for $355K
$397,153
Est. refi paymentEst. refi$2,697/mo
3
bd
•
1 ba
•
1,590
sq ft
545 Rural Ave SE, Salem, OR 97302
About this home
Charming move-in ready home in desired Bush Park neighborhood. Near Salem Hospital, Willamette University and South High. Hardwood floors, tile, new carpet, wood burning fireplace, vinyl windows, new AC with Smart NEST thermostat, new water heater and new garage door, stainless appliances and more. Low maintenance yard with a fully fenced and private back patio. Basement includes bedroom, office, additional room and laundry with separate sink. LA related to Seller.
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
1,742 sq ftLot Size
$250Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by LESLIE ROTH• WINDERMERE MID VALLEY
Contact: 503-339-6581
Bought with KENDRA HELTON• RE/MAX INTEGRITY - SALEM
Charming move-in ready home in desired Bush Park neighborhood. Near Salem Hospital, Willamette University and South High. Hardwood floors, tile, new carpet, wood burning fireplace, vinyl windows, new AC with Smart NEST thermostat, new water heater and new garage door, stainless appliances and more. Low maintenance yard with a fully fenced and private back patio. Basement includes bedroom, office, additional room and laundry with separate sink. LA related to Seller.
WVMLS #763860
Aug 14, 2020
Sold
$299,900
$189/sq ft
Jul 10, 2020
Contingent
—
Jul 1, 2020
Relisted
—
Jun 16, 2020
Contingent
—
Jun 8, 2020
Relisted
—
May 27, 2020
Contingent
—
May 22, 2020
Listed
$310,000
$195/sq ft
+28
BACK ON THE MARKET - NO FAULT of sellers or home! 1950's Charmer conveniently located near Bush Park & South Salem High. This home features hardwood floors, a spacious master bedroom with dual closets, additional bedroom on the main, a fireplace & a beautiful bay kitchen window allowing lots of natural light. The basement features an office, an additional room & a laundry room area w/separate sink. Outside features a fully fenced yard w/private patio, new exterior paint, beautiful landscaping.
RMLS #16465216
Jun 20, 2016
Sold
$194,000
$122/sq ft
Jun 1, 2016
Pending
—
Apr 1, 2016
Relisted
—
Mar 28, 2016
Pending
—
Mar 21, 2016
Price Changed
$199,000
$125/sq ft
Feb 12, 2016
Listed
$205,000
$129/sq ft
WVMLS #700235
Jun 20, 2016
Sold
$194,000
$122/sq ft
May 18, 2016
Contingent
—
Apr 1, 2016
Relisted
—
Mar 28, 2016
Contingent
—
Mar 7, 2016
Price Changed
$199,000
$125/sq ft
Feb 11, 2016
Listed
$205,000
$129/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 16, 2007
Sold
$206,900
$130/sq ft
WVMLS #578363
May 29, 2007
Listed
$206,900
$130/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 7, 2006
Sold
$174,900
$110/sq ft
WVMLS #551899
Nov 4, 2005
Listed
$169,900
$107/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 13, 2005
Sold
$87,000
$55/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 25, 1998
Sold
$98,000
$62/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 27, 1994
Sold
$75,000
$47/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,987 (+7.8%)
2024
$3,699 (+6.2%)
2023
$3,483 (+2.9%)
2022
$3,386 (+2.9%)
2021
$3,289 (+3.0%)
2020
$3,193 (+3.6%)
2019
$3,081 (−1.7%)
2018
$3,135 (+10.8%)
2017
$2,830 (+5.0%)
2016
$2,695 (−0.7%)
2015
$2,715 (+3.3%)
2014
$2,628 (+2.1%)
2013
$2,575 (+2.5%)
2012
$2,512 (+4.5%)
2011
$2,404 (+4.2%)
2010
$2,306 (+1.1%)
2009
$2,280
Tax history for 545 Rural Ave SE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,987 (+7.8%)
2024
$3,699 (+6.2%)
2023
$3,483 (+2.9%)
2022
$3,386 (+2.9%)
2021
$3,289 (+3.0%)
2020
$3,193 (+3.6%)
2019
$3,081 (−1.7%)
2018
$3,135 (+10.8%)
2017
$2,830 (+5.0%)
2016
$2,695 (−0.7%)
2015
$2,715 (+3.3%)
2014
$2,628 (+2.1%)
2013
$2,575 (+2.5%)
2012
$2,512 (+4.5%)
2011
$2,404 (+4.2%)
2010
$2,306 (+1.1%)
2009
$2,280
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1,742 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1979
Sq. Ft.
1,590
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marion County
APN
583939
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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Attached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Bedroom #2 Level: Main
Bedroom #3 Level: Lower/Basement
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 0
# of Bathrooms (Main): 1
Room Levels
Kitchen: Main
Dining Room: Main
Living Room: Main
Additional Room: Lower/Basement
Room Dimensions
Basement: Finished
Additional Rooms
Dining: Area (Combination)
Appliances
Dishwasher: Yes
Range Type: Gas
Interior Features
Fireplace: Wood
Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Tile
Heating & Cooling
Central AC, Forced Air
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fenced: Yes
Foundation: Continuous
Roof: Shingle
Siding: Wood
Building Information
Year Built: 1951
Exterior Color: Gray
Lot Information
Sq. Ft.: 1,742
Acres: 0.04
Property Information
HOME STYLE: 2 Story
Dual-Living: Possible
Sq. Ft. Source: County
No Assessments/Liens
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Amount: $3,291
Tax Years: 20-21
Tax Account #: 83939
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Heater: Gas
Water: City
Location
Unit #1 Information
Parking Type/Capacity: Front Door
Homeowners Association Information
No Association
School Information
Elem School: McKinley
Elementary School: McKinley
Middle School: Leslie
Middle School: Leslie
High School: South Salem
High School: South Salem
Location Information
Directions to Property: Commercial Street to East on Rural.
Block: 7
Lot: 11
Cross Street: High
Directions to Property: Commercial Street to East on Rural.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,590
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1,742 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: 1979
County: Marion County
APN: 583939
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Disposal: Yes
Listing Information
Broker Attribution Contact: 503-339-6581
Status Detail: 0
Possession: COE
Information For Agents
Syndicated Remarks: Charming move-in ready home in desired Bush Park neighborhood. Near Salem Hospital, Willamette University and South High. Hardwood floors, tile, new carpet, wood burning fireplace, vinyl windows, new AC with Smart NEST thermostat, new water heater and new garage door, stainless appliances and more. Low maintenance yard with a fully fenced and private back patio. Basement includes bedroom, office, additional room and laundry with separate sink. LA related to Seller.
Around this home
Schools
McKinley Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
4/10
Leslie Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
5/10
South Salem High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
5/10
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