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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Fenced backyard
- Attached car garage
- Washer and dryer unit
- Professional landscaping included
Location
6181 Blue River Drive Southeast, Salem, OR 97306, US|South Gateway
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Property Overview
Offering a fenced backyard and professional landscaping, this property presents an appealing outdoor space. With pet-friendly amenities supported by local services, it caters to pet owners. Additionally, an attached garage and in-unit washer and dryer enhance convenience, while its competitive value per square foot positions it favorably within the local real estate market.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Images Available
- Outdoor space
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 6181 Blue River Drive Southeast, South Gateway
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Balcony |
| Carpet | Central Heat |
| Walk-in Closet |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Storage |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 6181 Blue River Drive Southeast
6181 Blue River SE, Salem, OR 97306 Spacious 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom Townhouse with a Bonus Room in South Salem Offered by Sky Home Rentals LLC Property Information: - 2-bedroom / 2.5-bathroom townhouse plus bonus room - Multi-level, 1,362 square feet - Attached car garage - Fenced backyard - Includes washer and dryer unit - Smoking or vaping NOT allowed - Tenants pay all utilities - Professional landscaping is included. - Pet is allowed (1 pet max, under 25 lbs) with an additional deposit of $250 and pet rent of $40/month (NOTE: Images may be representative of the property. Floor plans, contents, and decor can change over time. Square footage is approximate.) Qualifications: - Extensive credit/criminal/background check will be conducted - Employment and income will be verified - A minimum of 3 years of good rental history required - Need household gross income to be 2.5 times the monthly rent amount Rental Terms - One (1) year lease - Renters insurance is required (exceptions apply) - Application Fee: $40 for each 18+ adult applicant - Rent: $2,200/month - Security Deposit: $2,200 for qualified applicants - Available 03/01/26 Call us if you have any questions or to schedule a showing of this rental. Sky Home Rentals LLC is licensed in the State of Oregon.
Lease Terms
1 yearProperty highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 6181 Blue River Drive Southeast compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 257 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
- Walk-in closet
- More closet space on average
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 3 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | South Gateway |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 97306 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in South Gateway
2-bedroom apartments at 6181 Blue River Drive Southeast cost about 47% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Salem.
Median rents as of Feb 14 2026.
South Gateway
Salem
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,422 |
| April 2024 | $1,456 |
| May 2024 | $1,443 |
| June 2024 | $1,440 |
| July 2024 | $1,462 |
| August 2024 | $1,438 |
| September 2024 | $1,460 |
| October 2024 | $1,451 |
| November 2024 | $1,451 |
| December 2024 | $1,430 |
| January 2025 | $1,411 |
| February 2025 | $1,403 |
| March 2025 | $1,413 |
| April 2025 | $1,386 |
| May 2025 | $1,396 |
| June 2025 | $1,396 |
| July 2025 | $1,395 |
| August 2025 | $1,397 |
| September 2025 | $1,399 |
| October 2025 | $1,397 |
| November 2025 | $1,404 |
| December 2025 | $1,413 |
| January 2026 | $1,410 |
| February 2026 | $1,450 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,595 |
| April 2024 | $1,612 |
| May 2024 | $1,525 |
| June 2024 | $1,592 |
| July 2024 | $1,628 |
| August 2024 | $1,614 |
| September 2024 | $1,573 |
| October 2024 | $1,506 |
| November 2024 | $1,481 |
| December 2024 | $1,552 |
| January 2025 | $1,552 |
| February 2025 | $1,590 |
| March 2025 | $1,588 |
| April 2025 | $1,550 |
| May 2025 | $1,550 |
| June 2025 | $1,505 |
| July 2025 | $1,512 |
| August 2025 | $1,499 |
| September 2025 | $1,510 |
| October 2025 | $1,527 |
| November 2025 | $1,529 |
| December 2025 | $1,526 |
| January 2026 | $1,580 |
| February 2026 | $1,522 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 1 year ago | $2,200 |
Schools near 6181 Blue River Drive Southeast
Pringle Elementary School
5500 reed ln se
salem, OR, 97306
K-5Public
B
Oregon School for the Deaf
999-a locust st ne
salem, OR, 97303
K-12Public
North Santiam Options Academy
757 w locust st
stayton, OR, 97383
K-12Public
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Neighborhood
South Gateway | Salem, OR
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Salem near 6181 Blue River Drive Southeast
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 6181 Blue River Drive Southeast, Salem
Groceries
5/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Limited amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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