Salem, OH Condos for Sale

Salem, known as Ohio’s ‘Little Big City,’ is a small community of about 12,000 people in northeast Ohio. Founded by Quakers in the early 1800s, Salem is rich in history and culture, with notable figures like painter Charles Burchfield and DJ Alan Freed hailing from the area. The neighborhood features a variety of historic homes, including American Foursquare, Tudor, and Colonial Revival styles, alongside midcentury ranch and split-level houses. The city has implemented a Community Reinvestment Act, offering a 15-year tax abatement for new constructions to encourage development. Salem boasts over 375 acres of parkland, with Centennial Park providing tennis and basketball courts, baseball fields, disc golf, and an Olympic-sized swimming pool. The Salem Community Center offers indoor sports facilities and hosts popular events like Designer Handbag Bingo. The Burchfield Homestead museum celebrates the life of the famous painter. Salem City School District has a moderate rating, and the area is home to Allegheny Wesleyan College and a Kent State University campus. Downtown Salem features a farmers market, local dining spots like LiB’s coffee shop and Heggy’s diner, and a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area on weekends. The city is 44 miles from Akron and 67 miles from Pittsburgh, with Akron-Canton Airport 32 miles away. Salem hosts monthly Second Saturdays with themed events and the annual Salem Super Cruise, a major car show. The area has seen a steady decrease in property crime, making it safer than the national average.