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.
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
- 247
- Student:teacher ratio
- 13.0:1
- District
- Salem School District
- Enrollment
- 791
- Student:teacher ratio
- 13.0:1
- District
- Salem School District
- Enrollment
- 1,166
- Student:teacher ratio
- 11.5:1
- District
- Salem School District
Commute
Real drive time from Salem's center to Downtown Manchester.
Current Weather
Live conditions in Salem, from Lawrence Municipal Airport.
Cities near Salem
Salem real estate FAQ
How many homes are for sale in Salem right now?+
There are currently 117 active listings in Salem, New Hampshire, pulled directly from the MLS.
What is the median home price in Salem?+
The median list price for active listings in Salem is $495,000. Homes are spending an average of 72 days on market.
Is Salem's housing market up or down this year?+
Median closed-sale prices in Salem have fallen 3.8% year over year, based on trailing 12-month MLS sales.
What schools serve Salem?+
The closest public schools to Salem's center are William E. Lancaster School, Woodbury School, Salem High School. See the schools section above for grade levels and district details.
Is Salem walkable?+
Salem's center has a walkability score of 64 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 Manchester is about 27 minutes (22.5 miles).