Salem Center is a small neighborhood of 42 homes in Southwest Austin built by Treaty Oak Homes in 2011 and 2012. The signs at the neighborhood say Central Park. Lots are less than 1/10 of an acre. Scroll Down to Read Our Salem Center Neighborhood Guide.
Salem Center Homes for Sale
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Salem Center is located off Stassney Lane between S 1st and Manchaca Road. To get to Salem Center, take 35 to Stassney and head west. Make a right on Emerald Forest Drive. Salem Center is shaded in blue on the map below. Explore other Southwest Austin neighborhoods in our Southwest Austin Neighborhood Guide. Scroll down to continue reading our Salem Center neighborhood guide.
Salem Center Property Tax Rate
The property tax rate in Southwest Austin's Salem Center neighborhood is 2.0465% as of the 2025 tax year, up from 1.9818% as of the 2024 year. It was 1.8092% as of the 2023 tax year, down from 1.9749% as of the 2022 tax year. The property tax rate was 2.1767% as of the 2021 tax year.
Salem Center HOA Dues
| Central Park HOA, Inc. | $62 / monthly |
Dues shown as reported and deemed reliable but not guaranteed. HOA fees, special assessments, and terms can change at any time. Buyers should confirm current dues directly with the HOA or management company before making an offer.
Salem Center Schools
Homes in Southwest Austin's Salem Center neighborhood are zoned to the Austin ISD, and students will likely attend the following schools:
- Pleasant Hill Elementary - 2/10
- Covington Middle - 6/10
- Crockett High - 4/10
School ratings reflect Great Schools ratings as of November 2026. Ratings are subject to change at any time. Please verify ratings and boundaries with the school district.
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Salem Center Sold Data - What Salem Center Homes Actually Sold For
What sold recently in Salem Center and for how much? Where can I find pictures of homes that actually sold? How many days does it take to sell a home in Salem Center? How many homes are currently for sale in Salem Center? What’s the median sold price in Salem Center? What does the 90 day historic market trend look like in Salem Center? How’s the Salem Center market trending?
All of these questions (and more!) can be answered on our Salem Center Sold Data Report.
Salem Center Market Stats — 12 Months (10/1/2025 – 9/30/2026)
No closed sales in Salem Center over the past 12 months (10/1/2025 – 9/30/2026).
Salem Center Home Price History
Curious how home prices in Salem Center have trended? Here’s a five-year look at closed sales from 2022 through 2026 YTD.
Years with 5 or fewer sales may not reflect the full range of homes in the neighborhood.
| Year | Homes Sold | Median Sale Price | YoY | Price Range | Median $/SqFt | Median Home Size | Median Beds/Baths | Median DOM | Sale-to-List |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 4 | $562,500 | — | $540,000–$646,000 | $298 | 1,908 sq ft | 3bd/3ba | 31 days | 100% |
| 2023 | 3 | $530,000 | ▼ 5.8% | $520,000–$615,000 | $350 | 1,514 sq ft | 3bd/3ba | 9 days | 97% |
| 2024 | 1 | $424,900 | ▼ 19.8% | $424,900–$424,900 | $355 | 1,196 sq ft | 2bd/2ba | 20 days | 100% |
| 2025 | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2026 YTD | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS (ACTRIS). 2026 figures reflect year-to-date sales through 10/13/2026. Year-over-year change is calculated against the most recent prior year with recorded sales. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Salem Center Days on Market Trend
How fast are Salem Center homes selling? Here's a five-year look at how long homes sat on the market before going under contract, from 2022 through 2026 YTD.
| Year | Homes Sold | Median Days on Market | Avg Days on Market |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 4 | 31 days | 36 days |
| 2023 | 3 | 9 days | 17 days |
| 2024 | 1 | 20 days | 20 days |
| 2025 | 0 | No sales | No sales |
| 2026 YTD | 0 | No sales | No sales |
Data sourced from Unlock MLS. 2026 figures reflect year-to-date sales through October 2026. Statistics deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Pros and Cons of Living in Salem Center
Pros
- Size: A small neighborhood of 42 homes built by Treaty Oak Homes in 2011 and 2012.
- Lots: Lots are less than 1/10 of an acre.
- Location: Off Stassney Lane, between S 1st and Manchaca Road.
- HOA: Central Park HOA, Inc. dues are $62 monthly.
- Zoned to Austin ISD schools: Pleasant Hill Elementary (2/10), Covington Middle (6/10), and Crockett High (4/10).
Cons
- The 2025 property tax rate was 2.0465%, up from 1.9818% in 2024.
- Salem Center does not have a community pool.
- No homes sold in the past 12 months, and only 8 sold from 2022 through 2026 YTD, with none in 2025 or 2026 YTD.
- Lots are less than 1/10 of an acre, so yards are small.
- The median sale price fell from $562,500 in 2022 to $424,900 in 2024. Years with 5 or fewer sales may not reflect the full range of homes in the neighborhood.
Who it fits: Salem Center fits buyers who want a small neighborhood of 42 homes built in 2011 and 2012 on lots under 1/10 of an acre, off Stassney Lane, with Austin ISD zoning. Who should look elsewhere: Buyers who want a community pool, a larger yard, or a neighborhood with more recent sales may want to look at other Southwest Austin neighborhoods.
Frequently Asked Questions About Salem Center
No. Salem Center does not have a community pool.
Salem Center is part of Central Park HOA, Inc., with dues of $62 monthly. Confirm current dues directly with the HOA or management company before making an offer.
Salem Center is zoned to Austin ISD. Students will likely attend Pleasant Hill Elementary (2/10), Covington Middle (6/10), and Crockett High (4/10).
The property tax rate in Salem Center is 2.0465% as of the 2025 tax year, up from 1.9818% as of the 2024 year. It was 1.8092% as of the 2023 tax year, down from 1.9749% as of the 2022 tax year. Confirm the current rate with the Travis County tax office before making an offer.
No homes sold in Salem Center in the past 12 months, so there is no current median sale price. The median was $562,500 in 2022 across 4 sales, $530,000 in 2023 across 3 sales, and $424,900 in 2024 across 1 sale.
No homes sold in Salem Center in the past 12 months. Median days on market was 31 in 2022, 9 in 2023, and 20 in 2024.
Salem Center is off Stassney Lane between S 1st and Manchaca Road. From 35, take Stassney west and turn right on Emerald Forest Drive. The signs at the neighborhood say Central Park.
Southwest Austin Realtor Specializing in Salem Center Homes
Rebecca Jacks and Raymond Stoklosa are Southwest Austin Realtors specializing in Salem Center homes. Whether you're looking to buy or sell a home in Salem Center, Rebecca and Raymond know the area well and have the experience and tools necessary to make your next real estate transaction stress free. For more info about who we are and how we work, check out Buying a Home in Salem Center and Selling a Home in Southwest Austin.
