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$497,787$228 / 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 91How 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 $539,333 on Aug 24, 2022

481 SUNWOOD DR NW

SALEM, OR 97304
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,180 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.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$498K
$452K low$544K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$539,333 · Aug 24, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,705 (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.$297,450 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$73,910
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$223,540
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$288,790
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$489,510

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPOLK
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
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.Deck · 162 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

H
West Salem High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Walker Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
E
Kalapuya Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.8 mi

District: Salem-Keizer School District 24j

Neighborhood · ZIP 97304These 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.82
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.167

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
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.35,242
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.621 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,800
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,665
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.47%

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How this home compares

481 Sunwood Dr Nw 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Polk County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Polk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Salem 97304

What homes are worth in Salem 97304

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

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$288K$952K

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Salem 97304.

How it measures up in Salem 97304

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 97304.

Estimated value$497,787
CheaperTypical $501,497Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$228
CheaperTypical $262Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area2,180 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,928 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 481 Sunwood Dr Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 97304Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$497,78749% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22821% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than2,180 ft²61% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac68% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than199048% of homes47% of homes

About 481 Sunwood Dr Nw

How much is 481 Sunwood Dr Nw, Salem, OR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 481 Sunwood Dr Nw, Salem, OR is $497,787 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $451,973 to $543,601. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 481 Sunwood Dr Nw, Salem, OR last sell?

481 Sunwood Dr Nw, Salem, OR last sold on Aug 24, 2022 for $539,333, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 481 Sunwood Dr Nw, Salem, OR?

481 Sunwood Dr Nw, Salem, OR has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,180 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 481 Sunwood Dr Nw, Salem, OR built?

481 Sunwood Dr Nw, Salem, OR was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 481 Sunwood Dr Nw, Salem, OR?

481 Sunwood Dr Nw, Salem, OR is assigned to West Salem High School (high), rated C-; Walker Middle School (middle), rated B-; Kalapuya Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Salem-Keizer School District 24j. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 481 Sunwood Dr Nw, Salem, OR compare to other homes in Salem 97304?

Among the 10,263 homes in Salem 97304, it is worth more than 49% of them ($497,787 against a typical $501,497), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($228 against a typical $262), it is bigger than 61% of them (2,180 ft² against a typical 1,928 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1990 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 60% 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 481 Sunwood Dr Nw, Salem, OR?

The 2025 property tax bill for 481 Sunwood Dr Nw, Salem, OR was $5,705. The county assessed it at $297,450.

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