For Sale

850 Empire St NW

Salem, OR, 97304 • West Salem • Polk County

$429,900

$262/sqft

Down payment assistance available

3Beds

3Baths

1,640Sqft

0.18 acLot

1959Built

Property DNA

7 highlights

Scenic Views

Mountain(s) · Territorial

Carmel Addition

West Salem

Outdoor Living

Covered Patio

Shed(s)

2-Car Garage

Attached

Wood Floors

Quality flooring throughout

Just Listed

Listed Apr 1, 2026

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$262/sqft

Price per square foot

About this home

Single Family · Built 1959

Step into this charming 1950s home offering 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and 1,640 sqft, plus a dedicated office space in the garage. Beautiful wood floors, a light-filled family room, brick fireplace, and an open layout create a warm and inviting feel throughout. Outside, the spacious fully fenced backyard features an oversized covered patio that is perfect for relaxing or entertaining, along with a handy storage shed. A great blend of character, comfort, and functionality.

Standout features identified

Our analysis highlights brick fireplace, handy storage shed, and spacious fully fenced backyard as key attractions of this home.

Estimated monthly payment

Based on current rates

$2,747/month

Principal & Interest$2,174

Property Tax$430

Insurance$143

Down payment20% ($85,980)

3%50%

Est. 6.50% rate · 30yr fixed · $343,920 loan

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At a glance

Key facts and listing details

TypeSingle Family Residence

Year Built1959

HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air

CoolingCentral Air

Parking2 Attached Garage spaces

Lot7,721 sqft

Days on Zillow0

Price/sqft$262

Property

Home typeSingle Family

Sub-typeSingle Family Residence

Year built1959

Stories1

Systems

HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air

CoolingCentral Air

RoofComposition

ConstructionWood Siding

Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer

Parking & Outdoor

ParkingAttached

Garage2 spaces

FencingFenced

Lot7,721 sqft

Location & Tax

NeighborhoodWest Salem

ZoningRS

Annual tax$4,306

Parcel243515

Bathrooms & Fees

Full baths2

Features & details

14 categories of property features

Interior Features

Interior

Office

Appliances

Dishwasher

Gas Range

Electric Water Heater

Flooring

Wood

Heating

Natural Gas

Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Laundry

Main Level

Fireplace

Living Room

Family Room

Wood Burning

Exterior Features

Exterior

White

Parking

Attached

Construction

Wood Siding

Patio & Porch

Covered Patio

Lot Features

Dimension Above

Landscaped

Views

Mountain(s)

Territorial

Other Structures

Shed(s)

Room details

6 rooms detailed

Master Bedroom

Main

Bedroom2

Main

Bedroom3

Main

Dining Room

Main

Area (Combination)

Kitchen

Main

Living Room

Main

Listing insights

Market data and value estimates

StatusFor Sale

Est. value$413,400

Est. rent$2,552/mo

Tax rate0.80%

Price/sqft$262

On marketApr 1, 2026

PostedApr 1, 2026

MLS updatedApr 1, 2026

Tour days9

Favorites11

How are the schools in Salem?

3 schools rated nearby

Harritt Elementary School

Elementary • Public • K-5

0.4 mi

Walker Middle School

Middle • Public • 6-8

0.9 mi

West Salem High School

High • Public • 9-12

1.3 mi

Location

Salem, OR, 97304

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Price history

1 event

DateEventPrice$/sqftSource

Apr 1, 2026Listed For Sale$429,900$262WVMLS

Listed For Sale$429,900

Apr 1, 2026•$262/sqft•WVMLS

Tax history

24 years of records

YearTax paidAssessed value

Apr 1, 2024$3,988$211,630

Apr 1, 2023$3,872$205,470

Apr 1, 2022$3,749$199,490

Apr 1, 2021$3,642$193,680

Apr 1, 2020$3,533$188,040

Apr 1, 2019$3,410$182,570

Apr 1, 2018$3,410$177,260

Apr 1, 2017$3,354$172,100

Apr 1, 2016$3,022$167,090

Apr 1, 2015$2,950$162,230

Apr 1, 2014$2,975$157,510

Apr 1, 2013$2,729$151,260

Apr 1, 2012$2,799$152,930

Apr 1, 2011$2,678$148,480

Apr 1, 2010$2,566$144,160

Apr 1, 2009$2,530$139,970

Apr 1, 2008$2,386$135,900

Apr 1, 2007$2,328$131,950

Apr 2, 2006$2,237$128,110

Apr 2, 2005$2,197$124,380

Apr 2, 2004$2,214$120,760

Apr 2, 2002$2,055$113,840

Apr 1, 2001$1,996$110,530

Apr 2, 2000$1,943$107,320

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Neighborhood details

Local context around this listing

Salem, OR • Polk County

Nearby neighborhoods

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Nearby cities

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Nearby zip codes

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Est. value$413,400

Est. rent$2,552/mo

30yr rate est.6.50%

Affordability$2,521/mo

Accepted financing

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