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  • Listed by: John L. Scott-Salem • JERUSHA MALAER • Contact: Cell: 541-668-5540
    Price cut: $25K (8/20)
    $550,000

    292 17th St SE, Salem, OR 97301

    5beds
    2,815sqft
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    $3,784/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1912
    0.27 Acres Lot
    $545,500 Zestimate®
    $195/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Cozy gas fireplaceFormal diningRich craftsmanshipSun-filled roomsTall ceilingsWood floorsOriginal hardwood floors
    Step into history at “The Century House,” an award-winning bed & breakfast. 5 beds/4 baths. Ideal for rental, multigenerational, dual living, ADU. This 2,815 SF home showcases wood floors, a bright living room w/gas fireplace, formal dining & inviting kitchen. It features a studio suite w/kitchenette & bath on the main, while upstairs offers 2 spacious suites, another bedroom, plus a kitchenette & living/dining area. Newer roof, furnace, H20 heater, plumbing, electrical, insulation, windows, decks & more! Some homes simply have a soul. The Century House is one of them.This treasured 1912 home has spent generations welcoming family, friends, & guests through its front door. Today, its next chapter awaits. Whether you envision gathering generations under one roof, creating space for extended family, hosting long-term guests, or simply enjoying the charm of a remarkable historic home, this one offers possibilities as timeless as its character. Step inside and you'll immediately be captivated by the warmth only a century-old home can offer. Original hardwood floors, rich craftsmanship, tall ceilings, and sun-filled rooms. The living room features a cozy gas fireplace & flows into the formal dining room, where holiday dinners, birthday celebrations become lasting memories. The generous kitchen offers abundant workspace, upgraded appliances, & the perfect gathering place for family & friends.On the main level, a private attached studio suite with its own entrance, kitchenette, & full bath offers an ideal space for multigenerational living, guests, a caregiver, or rental income.Upstairs, you'll find a welcoming living & dining area with an additional kitchenette, plus two spacious primary suites, each with its own private bath. Whether used for family, visiting loved ones, or independent living, the layout offers comfort & privacy.While the home's historic charm has been carefully preserved, extensive updates provide peace of mind, including a newer roof, furnace, two newer mini-split heating & cooling systems, upgraded plumbing to the street, updated electrical panels, improved insulation, eight newer upstairs windows, upgraded decks, & modern kitchen appliances, including two kitchenettes with refrigerators, cooktops, & microwaves.Situated on nearly one-third of an acre, The Century House is more than just a home—it's a place where stories have been written for over a century. Now, it's ready for someone new to write the next chapter. Welcome home.
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    JERUSHA MALAER Cell:541-668-5540,

    John L. Scott-Salem

    Source: WVMLS,MLS#: 843315MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      Dining room
      • Features: Formal
      Heating
      • Natural Gas, Forced Air, Ductless/Mini-Split
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Built-In Range, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Included, Gas Water Heater
      Features
      • Mudroom, Walk-in Pantry, High Speed Internet, Smart Home
      • Flooring: Wood
      • Basement: Full,Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,815
      • Total interior livable area: 2,815 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Detached
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Fencing: Fenced
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Territorial
      Lot
      • Size: 0.27 Acres
      • Features: Landscaped
      Details
      • Additional structures: RV/Boat Storage
      • Parcel number: 568330
      • Zoning: RD

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Cedar, Lap Siding
      • Foundation: Continuous
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1912

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Capital Park Addition
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Salem

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $195/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $586,950
      • Annual tax amount: $3,799
      • Price range: $550K - $550K
      • Date on market: 7/11/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: VA Loan,Cash,Conventional
      • Inclusions: Washer, dryer, all fridges, kitchenette items, arm

        Estimated market value

        $545,500

        $518,000 - $573,000

        $2,906/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/20/2026Price change$550,000-4.3%$195/sqft
        Source: WVMLS #843315 Report a problem
        8/14/2026Price change$575,000-3.4%$204/sqft
        Source: WVMLS #843315 Report a problem
        8/3/2026Price change$595,000-0.7%$211/sqft
        Source: WVMLS #843315 Report a problem
        7/11/2026Listed for sale$599,000-9.2%$213/sqft
        Source: WVMLS #843315 Report a problem
        7/6/2026Listing removed$660,000$234/sqft
        Source: WVMLS #836500 Report a problem
        1/8/2026Listed for sale$660,000+681.1%$234/sqft
        Source: WVMLS #836500 Report a problem
        11/3/1995Sold$84,500$30/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,800 +7.8%$216,520 +3%
        2024$3,526 +3%$210,220 +6.1%
        2023$3,422 +2.9%$198,160
        2022$3,326 $198,160 +3%
        2021-- $192,390 +24.2%
        2020$3,137 +3.6%$154,910
        2019$3,027 +1.3%--
        2018$2,988 --
        2017$2,988 +16.3%--
        2016$2,569 --
        2015$2,569 +2.6%--
        2014$2,505 +22%--
        2013$2,053 --
        2012$2,053 -13.2%--
        2011$2,365 +4%$126,620 +6.1%
        2010$2,275 +1.1%$119,360
        2009$2,249 +6%$119,360 +3%
        2008$2,122 +3.3%$115,890
        2007$2,055 +1.7%--
        2006$2,022 -1.3%--
        2005$2,048 -0.4%--
        2004$2,057 +4.9%--
        2003$1,962 +2.5%--
        2002$1,914 +3.1%--
        2001$1,856 +3.2%--
        2000$1,799 --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Southeast Salem

        Getting around

        73 / 100
        Very Walkable
        49 / 100
        Some Transit
        79 / 100
        Very Bikeable

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