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$671,624$372 / 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 93How 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 $260,000 on Oct 31, 2012

6516 RIVER RD S

SALEM, OR 97306
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,804 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.
2.57 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$672K
$621K low$722K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$260,000 · Oct 31, 2012
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$370,124
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$296,099
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.49%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$301,500
COMMERCE HM MTG · recorded Aug 24, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,284 (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.$326,250 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$316,750
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$623,600

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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.57
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Shed · 168 ft²Patio · 480 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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
Independence Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.2 mi
H
Central High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 mi
M
Talmadge Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.2 mi

District: Central School District 13j

Neighborhood · ZIP 97306These 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 100.164

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.97%
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.9.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,391
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,021 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,746
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,837
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.48%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

6516 River Rd S 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 85% of homes in Marion County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Salem 97306
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Salem 97306
  • Older than 91% of homes in Salem 97306

What homes are worth in Salem 97306

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

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$286K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Salem 97306.

How it measures up in Salem 97306

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 97306.

Estimated value$671,624
CheaperTypical $493,786Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$372
CheaperTypical $278Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,804 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,827 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size2.57 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 6516 River Rd S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 97306Marion County
Estimated valuepricier than$671,62483% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37297% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,804 ft²49% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.57 ac93% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than19739% of homes40% of homes

About 6516 River Rd S

How much is 6516 River Rd S, Salem, OR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6516 River Rd S, Salem, OR is $671,624 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $621,402 to $721,846. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6516 River Rd S, Salem, OR last sell?

6516 River Rd S, Salem, OR last sold on Oct 31, 2012 for $260,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 6516 River Rd S, Salem, OR?

6516 River Rd S, Salem, OR has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,804 square feet of living space and a 2.57-acre lot.

When was 6516 River Rd S, Salem, OR built?

6516 River Rd S, Salem, OR was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 6516 River Rd S, Salem, OR?

6516 River Rd S, Salem, OR is assigned to Independence Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Central High School (high), rated C; Talmadge Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Central School District 13j. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6516 River Rd S, Salem, OR compare to other homes in Salem 97306?

Among the 10,457 homes in Salem 97306, it is worth more than 83% of them ($671,624 against a typical $493,786), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($372 against a typical $278), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,804 ft² against a typical 1,827 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (2.57 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1973 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Marion County, it is worth more than 85% 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 6516 River Rd S, Salem, OR?

The 2024 property tax bill for 6516 River Rd S, Salem, OR was $4,284. The county assessed it at $326,250.

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