Southwest Salem vs West Salem

Salem, OR Neighborhood Comparison

Southwest Salem's median sale price is $554k, about $65k (13%) more than West Salem's $490k (Redfin, Jul–Sep 2026).

Neighborhood A
Southwest Salem
$554k median
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Neighborhood B
West Salem
$490k median
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Southwest Salem
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West Salem
$554k
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Median Price
$490k
7/10
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School Rating
8/10
Southwest Salem
Median Price
100%
School Rating
88%
West Salem
Median Price
88%
School Rating
100%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Southwest Salem or West Salem more expensive?

Southwest Salem has a median home price of $554k and West Salem is $490k. West Salem is the more affordable option.

Which has better schools — Southwest Salem or West Salem?

Southwest Salem has a school rating of 7/10 and West Salem rates 8/10 (school ratings from Niche/GreatSchools, 1 to 10, by school rather than by street).

Which is more walkable?

Southwest Salem has no Walk Score on file. West Salem has no Walk Score on file. Walk Score isn't available for one of these neighborhoods.