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$555,483$309 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $540,000 on May 16, 2025

1280 ELSER CT SE

SALEM, OR 97302
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,800 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$555K
$512K low$599K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$540,000 · May 16, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,226 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$303,060 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$294,240
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$483,460

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMARION
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2005
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 220 ft²Porch · 72 ft²

Transaction History(8)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Leslie Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Morningside Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
South Salem High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Salem-Keizer School District 24j

Neighborhood · ZIP 97302These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.164

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.41,979
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,708 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,069
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,288
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.48%

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How this home compares

1280 Elser Ct Se measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 76% of homes in Morningside
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Morningside
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Morningside
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Salem 97302

What homes are worth in Salem 97302

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$261K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Salem 97302.

How it measures up in Salem 97302

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 97302.

Estimated value$555,483
CheaperTypical $462,775Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$309
CheaperTypical $270Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,800 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,785 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 1280 Elser Ct Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMorningsideSalem 97302Marion County
Estimated valuepricier than$555,48376% of homes72% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30981% of homes77% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,800 ft²50% of homes51% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac68% of homes65% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than198560% of homes74% of homes58% of homes

About 1280 Elser Ct Se

How much is 1280 Elser Ct Se, Salem, OR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1280 Elser Ct Se, Salem, OR is $555,483 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $511,897 to $599,069. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1280 Elser Ct Se, Salem, OR last sell?

1280 Elser Ct Se, Salem, OR last sold on May 16, 2025 for $540,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 7 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1280 Elser Ct Se, Salem, OR?

1280 Elser Ct Se, Salem, OR has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,800 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 1280 Elser Ct Se, Salem, OR built?

1280 Elser Ct Se, Salem, OR was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1280 Elser Ct Se, Salem, OR?

1280 Elser Ct Se, Salem, OR is assigned to Leslie Middle School (middle), rated C+; Morningside Elementary School (elementary), rated A; South Salem High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Salem-Keizer School District 24j. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1280 Elser Ct Se, Salem, OR compare to other homes in Salem 97302?

Among the 12,454 homes in Salem 97302, it is worth more than 72% of them ($555,483 against a typical $462,775), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($309 against a typical $270), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,800 ft² against a typical 1,785 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1985 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Marion County, it is worth more than 74% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1280 Elser Ct Se, Salem, OR?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1280 Elser Ct Se, Salem, OR was $6,226. The county assessed it at $303,060.

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