Sweet Home Real Estate Market
Nestled at the foothills of the Cascade Range, Sweet Home offers the most affordable housing in the mid-valley with unmatched outdoor recreation access. Fishing, hiking, and mountain living — without the mountain price tag.
Avg Sold Price
$330K
Avg Days on Market
102
Residential <1 acre
Homes Sold (Q1)
37
Active Listings
49
4.0 months supply
Price per Sq Ft
$212
vs. Lebanon at $245
Avg List Price
$334K
99.0% list-to-sold
30-Yr Rate
6.65%
Current average
Est. Monthly Payment
$1,697
20% down, P&I only
How Sweet Home Compares
Side-by-side with other Willamette Valley markets
Sweet Home is the most affordable option in the mid-valley at $330K average — 12% below Lebanon ($377K). You trade some urban convenience for direct Cascade Range access and a quieter, smaller community. Sweet Home has more inventory per capita (49 active listings for 9,680 residents) and similar days on market (102 vs 105). Many buyers who work in Lebanon or Albany choose Sweet Home for maximum square footage and outdoor lifestyle.
Sweet Home Neighborhoods
Where to buy in Sweet Home
Downtown Sweet Home
$250K–$340K
The heart of Sweet Home along Main Street (US-20) with local shops, restaurants, and easy access to services. Older housing stock with character, many updated. Walking distance to schools and parks.
Open area map→North Sweet Home
$300K–$380K
Sweet Home's primary growth area with newer construction, cul-de-sac neighborhoods, and proximity to Sweet Home High School. Popular with young families seeking affordable new builds.
Open area map→Holley / South Valley
$350K–$500K
Rural properties south of town along Holley Road. Larger lots and small acreages popular with hobby farmers, horse owners, and those seeking privacy. Mix of older farmhouses and custom builds.
Open area map→Foster / Upper Santiam
$280K–$450K
Properties east of town along the Santiam Highway toward Foster Reservoir and Green Peter Lake. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts — fishing, boating, and hiking are minutes away. Mix of cabins, manufactured homes, and stick-built.
Open area map→Market Insights
What This Means for Buyers
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Price Correction Opportunity
Sweet Home prices are down 4.8% YoY — a window for buyers to get more home for their money.
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49 Active Listings
With 4.0 months of supply and 102 avg days on market, there is moderate selection for buyers.
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Est. $1,697/mo
At $330K with 20% down and 6.65% rate. Try our calculator
What This Means for Sellers
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99.0% List-to-Sold Ratio
Homes are selling close to asking price. Proper pricing is key to a fast sale in Sweet Home.
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37 Sales This Quarter
Sales volume is up 5.7% from Q1 2025 — buyer demand is growing.
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102 Average Days on Market
Well-priced homes in Sweet Home are moving. Contact Team Gillott for a free CMA to price your home right.
Related Resources
Updated quarterly. Data sourced from the Willamette Valley MLS, as of March 31, 2026. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.