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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $3,000 on Jul 5, 2012

55 RAILROAD ST

SALEM, NY 12865
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,492 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.
0.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$3,000 · Jul 5, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,845 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$95,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$70,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$95,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$111,765

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.39
38
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
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.43 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
CountyWashington
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.44
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 180 ft²

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

M
Salem High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 5.7 mi
E
Salem Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 5.8 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

55 Railroad 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 90% of homes in Salem 12865
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Salem 12865
  • Older than 74% of homes in Washington County

How it measures up in Salem 12865

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

Living area2,492 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,518 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.44 ac
SmallerTypical 2.86 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 55 Railroad St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 12865Washington County
Living areabigger than2,492 ft²90% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.44 ac17% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than190037% of homes26% of homes

About 55 Railroad St

When did 55 Railroad St, Salem, NY last sell?

55 Railroad St, Salem, NY last sold on Jul 5, 2012 for $3,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 55 Railroad St, Salem, NY?

55 Railroad St, Salem, NY has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,492 square feet of living space and a 0.44-acre lot.

When was 55 Railroad St, Salem, NY built?

55 Railroad St, Salem, NY was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 55 Railroad St, Salem, NY?

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

How does 55 Railroad St, Salem, NY compare to other homes in Salem 12865?

Among the 1,697 homes in Salem 12865, it is bigger than 90% of them (2,492 ft² against a typical 1,518 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (0.44 ac against a typical 2.86 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1900 against a typical 1965). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 55 Railroad St, Salem, NY?

The 2024 property tax bill for 55 Railroad St, Salem, NY was $1,845. The county assessed it at $95,000.

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