Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)Residential
209 UNION ST
SALEM, VA 24153
4
Beds
2
Baths
3,048 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,213 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$277,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$237,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$266,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$277,000
Climate Risk
Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
0
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
75
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)
CountySALEM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Porch · 524 ft²
Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EMH
G.W. Carver Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
Andrew Lewis Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
Salem High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
District: Salem City Public Schools
Neighborhood · ZIP 24153These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.71
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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,284
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.374 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,134
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,444
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%
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How this home compares
209 Union St 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.
- Bigger than 94% of homes in Salem 24153
- Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Salem 24153
- Among the oldest homes in Salem 24153
How it measures up in Salem 24153
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 24153.
Living area3,048 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,540 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 94% of homes nearby
Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger
Bigger than 8% of homes nearby
Year built1890
OlderTypical 1972Newer
Older than almost all homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Salem 24153 | Salem city County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 3,048 ft² | 94% of homes | 94% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.17 ac | 8% of homes | 11% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1890 | almost no homes | almost no homes |
About 209 Union St
When did 209 Union St, Salem, VA last sell?
209 Union St, Salem, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 209 Union St, Salem, VA?
209 Union St, Salem, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,048 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.
When was 209 Union St, Salem, VA built?
209 Union St, Salem, VA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 209 Union St, Salem, VA?
209 Union St, Salem, VA is assigned to G.W. Carver Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Andrew Lewis Middle School (middle), rated B+; Salem High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Salem City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 209 Union St, Salem, VA compare to other homes in Salem 24153?
Among the 14,407 homes in Salem 24153, it is bigger than 94% of them (3,048 ft² against a typical 1,540 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1890 against a typical 1972). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 209 Union St, Salem, VA?
The 2026 property tax bill for 209 Union St, Salem, VA was $3,213. The county assessed it at $277,000.
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