Welcome to this lovely and quaint three bedroom, two bath house located in the heart of the city of Salem. This charming home has been newly upgraded and features an open floor plan that is perfect for entertaining guests. The spacious living room flows seamlessly into the dining area and kitchen, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The kitchen boasts modern appliances, ample counter space, and plenty of storage, making it a chef's dream. The bedrooms are cozy and comfortable, with plenty of natural light and closet space. The bathrooms have been beautifully updated with new fixtures and finishes. Step outside and you'll find a spacious backyard of almost 1 acre, perfect for outdoor activities and gatherings. The backyard is a blank canvas, ready for your personal touch and creativity. This property is conveniently located near shopping, dining, and entertainment, making it the perfect place to call home. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own this charming and newly upgraded home in the heart of Salem.
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
0.99 acresLot Size
$158Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
8 spacesParking
Listed by ALLI GETTIER• EXP REALTY LLC - DGA SALEM
Listed by DAMON GETTIER• EXP REALTY LLC - DGA SALEM
MOTIVATED SELLERS, BRING OFFERS! Ranch style home on almost 1 acre conveniently situated in Salem City. Close to Main St. , shopping, restaurants and within minutes to Interstate. Home has lots of improvements / updates. Eat-in-kitchen, walk-up attic with lots of storage, large flat area in backyard. Septic pumped within last 3 years. Water-resistant vinyl floors, fire-resistant chimney liner, and HVAC installed in 2018. New roof installed in 2019. Water softener installed in 2020. Flood insurance not required on home. 27' round above ground pool, permitted and professionally installed in 2017 with new deck built in 2019. Seller willing to remove both. Owner/Agent - Owner is a licensed real estate agent in Virginia.
MLSRV #731107
May 30, 2008
Sold
$131,000
$67/sq ft
Apr 25, 2008
Listed
$135,500
$69/sq ft
Very nice one floor ranch on quiet street in Salem. Large eat-in kitchen, wood floors, living room, 2 baths, full basement, huge back yard. Great starter home.
Public Records
Aug 15, 1991
Sold
$55,000
$28/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,613 (+1.8%)
$51,600 + $173,700
$225,300
2025
$2,567 (+7.7%)
$47,700 + $169,800
$217,500
2024
$2,382 (+25.2%)
$42,000 + $156,500
$198,500
2023
$1,902 (+7.0%)
$42,000 + $156,500
$198,500
2022
$1,777 (+9.3%)
$40,200 + $118,300
$158,500
2021
$1,626 (+14.3%)
$38,400 + $109,700
$148,100
2020
$1,422 (+0.3%)
$36,000 + $99,500
$135,500
2019
$1,417 (+2.5%)
$36,000 + $82,500
$118,500
2018
$1,383 (+0.9%)
$37,900 + $80,200
$118,100
2017
$1,371 (−1.0%)
$37,900 + $78,300
$116,200
2015
$1,385
$37,900 + $78,300
$116,200
2014
$1,385
$40,400 + $77,000
$117,400
Tax history for 244 Bonavista Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,613 (+1.8%)
$51,600 + $173,700
$225,300
2025
$2,567 (+7.7%)
$47,700 + $169,800
$217,500
2024
$2,382 (+25.2%)
$42,000 + $156,500
$198,500
2023
$1,902 (+7.0%)
$42,000 + $156,500
$198,500
2022
$1,777 (+9.3%)
$40,200 + $118,300
$158,500
2021
$1,626 (+14.3%)
$38,400 + $109,700
$148,100
2020
$1,422 (+0.3%)
$36,000 + $99,500
$135,500
2019
$1,417 (+2.5%)
$36,000 + $82,500
$118,500
2018
$1,383 (+0.9%)
$37,900 + $80,200
$118,100
2017
$1,371 (−1.0%)
$37,900 + $78,300
$116,200
2015
$1,385
$37,900 + $78,300
$116,200
2014
$1,385
$40,400 + $77,000
$117,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,162
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Salem
APN
136-2-3
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage and Parking Information
# of Open Parking Spaces: 8
Other Parking: Off Street Parking
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 3
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Storage
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,962
Year Built: 1954
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
Property Information
PropertyType: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.99
Lot Size Acres: 0.99
Lot Size Square Feet: 43,124.4
Lot Size Dimensions: 150,290
Lot Size Units: Acres
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,398.30
Parcel Number: 136-2-3
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Heat Pump
Location
School Information
Elementary School: West Salem
Middle Or Junior School: Andrew Lewis
High School: Salem High
Location Information
Directions: FROM MAIN ST, TURN RIGHT ONTO FORT LEWIS BLVD, TURN LEFT ONTO BONAVISTA RD, THE HOME IS ON THE LEFT.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,162
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: —
County: Salem
APN: 136-2-3
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 3, 2026
Other
Listing Information
ListingId: 898709
ListPrice: $245,000
Around this home
Schools
West Salem Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
7/10
Andrew Lewis Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
7/10
Salem High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 100° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$294,000 – $356,000
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