3826 Seneca Ave SE Salem OR 97302

A Rebuilt Gem with Outdoor Spaces and Room to Breathe

Some homes feel like a project. Others, like this one, feel like a fresh start – a blank canvas where you can paint the life you’ve always imagined. 3826 Seneca Ave SE Salem OR 97302 is for sale!

After water damage from a leaking water heater, this home was stripped to the studs and thoughtfully rebuilt with all-new materials. We’re talking flooring, insulation, sheetrock, plumbing, kitchen cabinets, countertops, appliances, and bathroom fixtures (with the exception of the shower and tub, which are in good shape). The result? A home that feels fresh but warm, functional but full of character.

Inside, two fireplaces (living room and family room) are ready to make cozy evenings a regular occurrence, but it’s the outdoor space that truly takes this home to the next level. Sitting on a .26-acre lot, the fenced yard offers mature landscaping (don’t miss the apple tree!), and there’s even RV parking in the driveway.

Rainy Oregon mornings are made for the covered patio off the family room, while the large deck off the dining room is the perfect spot to host BBQs and gatherings – after a little love to bring it to its full potential, of course.

And then there’s the neighborhood. You’re half a mile from two parks and within walking distance to a lineup of local favorites, including Bo and Vine, Thompson’s Brewery, and Mina’s Thai. Northern Lights Theater makes dinner and a movie a breeze, and with Fred Meyer a mile away and a bus stop three minutes from the front door, you’ll wonder how life got this easy.

Let’s not forget the big-ticket systems – the AC was installed in 2021, and the furnace is from 2016. This house is all about blending fresh updates with functional living, and it’s ready to welcome its next chapter. Could that chapter be yours? If you are a buyer waiting for an updated house with a big yard, this is it!