Salem Real Estate & Homes for Sale in Oregon

Salem Real Estate & Homes for Sale in Oregon

The serenity of Salem belies the bustling nature of its metropolitan downtown and the active lifestyle enjoyed by residents in its many family-friendly neighborhoods. Salem, the capital city, is nestled between the Cascade Mountain Range and the Oregon Coast in the beautiful Willamette Valley - one of the most fertile and agriculturally productive regions in the world. It is strategically located 47 miles south of Portland and 64 miles north of Eugene. The Willamette River winds through Salem forming the boundary between Marion and Polk counties. Salem is the seat of Marion County and the third largest city in Oregon with more than 135,000 residents. Salem serves as the hub of state government, its largest employer and the surrounding farming communities. It is also a major agricultural food-processing center. The city center is alive with many diverse cultural attractions such as the Marion County Historical Society Museum and the Salem Chamber Orchestra. Recreational opportunities are numerous given nature’s bounty in the Salem area as well as acres of lush public parks, world-famous iris and tulip farms and award-winning wineries. The Salem-Keizer Public School District serves more than 43,500 students in kindergarten through 12th grade. Salem is also home to Willamette University, the oldest institution of higher education in the Pacific Northwest. The real estate market offers some things old and some things new. On-going preservation of historic downtown buildings and a master plan for residential and commercial development ensures that the city’s livability and high quality of life will continue to grow.