Salem market snapshot
Calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from MLS-sourced listing data for Salem, refreshed nightly -- updated Oct 8, 2026.
Currently for sale in Salem
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Recently sold in Salem
Last 6 months. Real comps from the MLS, not estimates.
Popular neighborhoods in Salem
Ranked by active MLS listings right now.
Walkability
Blended score for Salem's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Nearby schools
Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).
- Enrollment
- 378
- Student:teacher ratio
- 10.5:1
- District
- Salem
- Enrollment
- 633
- Student:teacher ratio
- 11.1:1
- District
- Salem
- Enrollment
- 54
- Student:teacher ratio
- 13.5:1
- District
- Salem
Commute
Real drive time from Salem's center to Downtown Boston.
Current Weather
Live conditions in Salem, from Beverly, Beverly Municipal Airport.
Cities near Salem
Salem real estate FAQ
How many homes are for sale in Salem right now?+
There are currently 392 active listings in Salem, Massachusetts, pulled directly from the MLS.
What is the median home price in Salem?+
The median list price for active listings in Salem is $407,500. Homes are spending an average of 95 days on market.
Is Salem's housing market up or down this year?+
Median closed-sale prices in Salem have fallen 1.7% year over year, based on trailing 12-month MLS sales.
What are the most popular neighborhoods in Salem?+
Based on current active listings, the neighborhoods with the most homes for sale in Salem are Witchcraft Heights.
What schools serve Salem?+
The closest public schools to Salem's center are Saltonstall School, Collins Middle, New Liberty Innovation School. See the schools section above for grade levels and district details.
Is Salem walkable?+
Salem's center has a walkability score of 93 out of 100, blending EPA's National Walkability Index with nearby-amenity density.
What is the commute like from Salem?+
The typical drive from Salem's center to Downtown Boston is about 39 minutes (22.3 miles).