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Highlights

  • Community room
  • Welcoming environment
  • Garden setting
  • Nearby downtown
  • Nearby restaurants
  • Nearby shopping

Location

928 Fir St S # 980, Salem, OR 97302, USA|South Central
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Management

TAYLOR REAL ESTATE & MANAGEMENT, LLC

Leasing office

(844) 243-9986 ext. 1987

Open 

Tuesday 8:30 am–5:00 pm PT

Property Overview

Fountain Court presents an excellent opportunity for renters, with a Zumper Expert Rating of 8.4 out of 10, showcasing its competitive pricing and outstanding amenities, both rated at 9 out of 10. Set in a welcoming garden environment near downtown, the property offers convenient access to restaurants and shopping, highlighting its desirable location. The community room enhances the living experience, while nearby educational institutions add to its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Fountain Court is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Fountain Court has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Elevator
  • Fireplace

Floor plans

1/11 bed1 bath540 sqft$1,095 /mo1 unit available1 Bed / 1 Bath
1/1 Compact1 bed1 bath480 sqft$1,095 /mo1 unit available1 Bed / 1 Bath Compact
1/1 Deluxe1 bed1 bath640 sqft$1,295 /mo1 unit available1 Bed / 1 Bath Deluxe
2/1 Deluxe2 bed1 bath750 sqft$1,435 /mo2 Beds / 1 Bath Deluxe

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Amenities for Fountain Court

Apartment Amenities

FireplaceKitchenette
Large Walk-in ClosetWalk-in Closet

Building

Elevator

Grounds

Outdoor Space

Neighborhood

Walking Distance To Bus Stop
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

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Required one-time fees

Security Deposit$1,000
Building details

Property details

Units19
Lease terms12 months
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About Fountain Court

HomeApartments in SalemSouth Central Fountain Court

Fountain Court is a 55+ community that is nestled in a garden setting with a central fountain. It's a welcoming environment for tenants who share events in the community room. Whether you like parks, restaurants, shopping, downtown, bus stops, the library, etc., you can find almost everything nearby.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Fountain Court is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Fountain Court has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Fountain Court
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Fountain Court stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Fountain Court goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including elevator. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Fountain Court receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Fountain Court is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Fountain Court to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Fountain Court provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property 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 Fountain Court compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in South Central

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 3% higher than 1-bedrooms in South Central.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Fountain Court to be 1% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in South Central.

Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
South Central
Salem
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Salem
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,150
October 2023$1,150
November 2023$1,192
December 2023$1,180
January 2024$1,162
February 2024$1,162
March 2024$1,147
April 2024$1,167
May 2024$1,195
June 2024$1,188
July 2024$1,209
August 2024$1,217
September 2024$1,187
October 2024$1,196
November 2024$1,198
December 2024$1,196
January 2025$1,150
February 2025$1,156
March 2025$1,140
April 2025$1,100
May 2025$1,100
June 2025$1,137
July 2025$1,150
August 2025$1,150
September 2025$1,150
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South Central
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,125
October 2023$1,125
November 2023$1,110
December 2023$1,113
January 2024$1,110
February 2024$1,095
March 2024$1,095
April 2024$1,095
May 2024$1,095
June 2024$1,095
July 2024$1,095
August 2024$1,072
September 2024$1,095
October 2024$1,095
November 2024$1,095
December 2024$1,107
January 2025$1,114
February 2025$1,095
March 2025$1,095
April 2025$1,095
May 2025$1,095
June 2025$1,095
July 2025$1,095
August 2025$1,097
September 2025$1,105

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 928 Fir St S # 980?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$43,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $43,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,095.
For more information on rent affordability, visit our rent calculator.

Schools near Fountain Court

McKinley Elementary School

466 mcgilchrist st se

salem, OR, 97302

K-5Public
C+
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Getting around Salem near 928 Fir St S # 980

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 928 Fir St S # 980, Salem

Groceries

3/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

3/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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