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$489,123$280 / 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 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $465,500 on Apr 26, 2023

685 VALLEYWOOD DR SE

SALEM, OR 97306
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,747 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$489K
$474K low$505K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$465,500 · Apr 26, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,880 (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.$255,980 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$248,530
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$472,940

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.16 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.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.0.28
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Sumpter Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Judson Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Sprague High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Salem-Keizer School District 24j

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%

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How this home compares

685 Valleywood Dr Se 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in South Gateway
  • Older than 82% of homes in South Gateway

What homes are worth in Salem 97306

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

This home
$286K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 48% 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$489,123
CheaperTypical $494,964Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$280
CheaperTypical $280Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area1,747 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,828 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 685 Valleywood Dr Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth GatewaySalem 97306Marion County
Estimated valuepricier than$489,12348% of homes48% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28057% of homes50% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than1,747 ft²45% of homes46% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac92% of homes80% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than197818% of homes22% of homes52% of homes

About 685 Valleywood Dr Se

How much is 685 Valleywood Dr Se, Salem, OR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 685 Valleywood Dr Se, Salem, OR is $489,123 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $473,520 to $504,726. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 685 Valleywood Dr Se, Salem, OR last sell?

685 Valleywood Dr Se, Salem, OR last sold on Apr 26, 2023 for $465,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 685 Valleywood Dr Se, Salem, OR?

685 Valleywood Dr Se, Salem, OR has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,747 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 685 Valleywood Dr Se, Salem, OR built?

685 Valleywood Dr Se, Salem, OR was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 685 Valleywood Dr Se, Salem, OR?

685 Valleywood Dr Se, Salem, OR is assigned to Sumpter Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Judson Middle School (middle), rated B-; Sprague High School (high), rated B. All sit in Salem-Keizer School District 24j. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 685 Valleywood Dr Se, Salem, OR compare to other homes in Salem 97306?

Among the 10,462 homes in Salem 97306, it is worth more than 48% of them ($489,123 against a typical $494,964), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($280 against a typical $280), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,747 ft² against a typical 1,828 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1978 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Marion County, it is worth more than 63% 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 685 Valleywood Dr Se, Salem, OR?

The 2024 property tax bill for 685 Valleywood Dr Se, Salem, OR was $4,880. The county assessed it at $255,980.

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