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$558,759$351 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $295,000 on Sep 12, 2016

538 COUNTY ROUTE 31

SALEM, NY 12865
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,590 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.
50 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1850
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$559K
$485K low$633K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$295,000 · Sep 12, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$275,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$150,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$124,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$275,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$366,667

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.43
51
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
54
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.15 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
CountyWashington
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.50.00
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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 · 144 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.

E
Salem Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 6.9 mi
M
Salem High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 7.0 mi

District: Salem Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 12865These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.67

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.81%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,408
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.47 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,628
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,901
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

538 County Route 31 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 96% of homes in Salem 12865
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Salem 12865
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Washington County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Washington County

What homes are worth in Salem 12865

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

This home
$87K$626K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Salem 12865.

How it measures up in Salem 12865

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 12865.

Estimated value$558,759
CheaperTypical $225,073Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$351
CheaperTypical $149Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,590 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,514 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size50 ac
SmallerTypical 2.8 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1850
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 538 County Route 31 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 12865Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$558,75996% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35198% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than1,590 ft²55% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than50 ac92% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than18506% of homes5% of homes

About 538 County Route 31

How much is 538 County Route 31, Salem, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 County Route 31, Salem, NY is $558,759 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $484,758 to $632,760. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 County Route 31, Salem, NY last sell?

538 County Route 31, Salem, NY last sold on Sep 12, 2016 for $295,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 538 County Route 31, Salem, NY?

538 County Route 31, Salem, NY has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,590 square feet of living space and a 50.00-acre lot.

When was 538 County Route 31, Salem, NY built?

538 County Route 31, Salem, NY was built in 1850, making it 176 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 538 County Route 31, Salem, NY?

538 County Route 31, Salem, NY is assigned to Salem Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Salem High School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Salem Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 County Route 31, Salem, NY compare to other homes in Salem 12865?

Among the 1,697 homes in Salem 12865, it is worth more than 96% of them ($558,759 against a typical $225,073), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($351 against a typical $149), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,590 ft² against a typical 1,514 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (50 ac against a typical 2.8 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1850 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 95% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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