1828 Lawndale Ave, Salem, VA, 24153
About This Home
Beautifully updated 3BR/2 Bath home in the City of Salem! Close to many amenities yet may have the feeling of a rural setting on this .89 acre flat lot. The upper level offers a spacious primary suite with a large walk in closet and charming heart pine floors. The kitchen was updated in 2025. Recent improvements include new HVAC and furnace systems with 10-year warranties, interior paint, storm doors, new front door, garage replacement windows, sump pump, basement sink, new side deck and front railings, plus an updated screened in rear deck. Additional highlights include a detached two-car garage, zoned heating and cooling, and a basement rough-in for a third bath. Smaller bedroom on the entry level is currently used as laundry room. RV Hookups on the garage.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Completed
- Year built: 1941
Materials
- Construction materials: Vinyl
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Disposal,Gas Range,Refrigerator
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Breakfast Area,Storage
- Window features: Tilt-In
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Wood
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,614
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air Gas,Heat Pump Electric
- Cooling features: Central Air,Heat Pump Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,446
- Total interior livable area: 1,614 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 10015
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch,Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Garden Space
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Lot size: 0.90 Acres
- Features: Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Detached,Garage Detached,Paved,Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Cold Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Virginia Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,693 | $20,316 |
| Home Insurance * | $110 | $1,320 |
| Property Taxes | $329 | $3,948 |
| Electricity | $202 | $2,433 |
| Total | $2,334 | $28,008 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Virginia FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-21 | Listed for sale | $334,950 |
| 2024-07-24 | Sold | $290,000 |
| 2024-05-28 | Pending sale | $290,000 |
| 2024-05-21 | Listed for sale | $290,000 |
| 2015-07-21 | Sold | $167,000 |
| 2015-05-14 | Listed for sale | $169,500 |
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