Downtown Dallas
Supporting local businesses throughout the neighborhood
One of the main draws of living in Downtown Dallas is the proximity to local shops and restaurants. Karma Coffee Bar and Bakery is a bright, casual spot serving coffee and baked goods. Washington Street Steakhouse has served the community since 1999 and is known for its burgers and prime rib. Other restaurants in the neighborhood include Mexican and Thai spots, as well as fast-food options. Local businesses populate the downtown streets, including boutiques, print shops and a bowling alley. Groceries are available just north of the neighborhood at Safeway or Walmart. For more shopping options, malls like Willamette Town Center in Salem are a short drive away. “For shopping, people probably come into Salem. It’s only a 15-to-20-minute drive,” says Blum.Outdoor fun in the heart of Dallas
Several parks surround Downtown Dallas offer plenty of ways to enjoy the natural beauty of the Willamette Valley. Dallas City Park is the largest green space in the city at 35 acres. Located just north of Downtown, this park has an 18-hole disc golf course, basketball courts, horseshoe pits and playgrounds. Residents can take a dip in the creek to cool off in the summer or gather with family and friends for a picnic at one of the shelters. The Delbert Hunter Arboretum and Botanic Garden is also in the park, showcasing native trees, shrubs and wildflowers. Just east of the neighborhood, Roger Jordan Community Park has baseball and soccer fields, a skate park and tennis and pickleball courts. It’s also home to the Dallas Aquatic Center, an indoor pool with a lazy river and water slide. The city offers swim lessons and a swim team at the aquatic center.Bringing the community together for Dallas events
Downtown Dallas hosts several events each year that bring the community together. Sounds of Summer is a concert series held each July and August at the Rotary Amphitheater. The series brings rock, country and oldies bands to the area and features food and beer from West Valley Taphouse. Dallas Days is an annual summer festival that includes a parade, food and craft vendors, live music and activities. Other events include the weekly farmers market on Courthouse Square and community movie nights at Dallas Cinema.Historic homes in a small-town neighborhood
While neighborhoods around the city have seen plenty of new construction in recent years, Downtown Dallas has maintained its setting of historic homes. A mix of bungalows, cottages and Craftsman houses line the gridded streets, several of which are over a century old. There are also some Victorian homes in the neighborhood. Most houses are close together on lots with small yards, making it easy to get to know the neighbors. Sidewalks offer walkability to the shops and restaurants in the area. Most homes in Downtown Dallas cost between $250,000 and $450,000.Local schools all around Downtown Dallas
Students might attend Oakdale Heights Elementary School for kindergarten through third grade. It earned a C-plus from Niche. Whitworth Elementary School receives a B-minus and serves fourth and fifth graders. LaCreole Middle School and Dallas High School are each rated a C-plus. The high school has approximately 800 students and offers career and technical education courses in agriculture, culinary arts, computer sciences and health sciences. The school also has a successful extracurricular program, in fact the speech and band clubs have won multiple state championships.Drive or bus to nearby Willamette Valley cities
Downtown Dallas is walkable within the community, but for trips outside the neighborhood, residents will likely drive. Ellendale Avenue connects to Salem Dallas Highway, offering a 15-mile drive into Salem. The Cherriots bus system also has three routes in the neighborhood, providing access to Salem and the nearby cities of Monmouth and Independence. Plus, West Valley Hospital can be easily accessed by nearby Washington Street.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Craig Evans
Craig Evans
CROWN REAL ESTATE GROUP
(971) 283-7064
67 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Dallas
$340K - $413K Price Range
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Lorenzo Flores
Lorenzo Flores
REALTY OF AMERICA, LLC
(971) 318-6351
250 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Dallas
$420,819 Price
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Dieter Wehner
Dieter Wehner
iHOMES
(971) 272-8542
66 Total Sales
4 in Downtown Dallas
$415K - $472K Price Range
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Karen Peters
Karen Peters
SUNDANCE REALTY LLC
(888) 373-0661
110 Total Sales
4 in Downtown Dallas
$205K - $378K Price Range
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Jolie Richards
Jolie Richards
BELLA CASA REAL ESTATE GROUP
(971) 318-1471
61 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Dallas
$323K - $348K Price Range
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TIFFANY BOUCHARD
TIFFANY BOUCHARD
HOMESMART REALTY GROUP - DALLAS
(971) 273-5200
66 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Dallas
$322,500 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 3rd
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Birch Street Park
Kingsborough Park
Dallas City Park
Dallas City Park
Gala Park
Central Bark Dog Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Downtown Dallas | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Downtown Dallas Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Dallas, Dallas sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 69 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Dallas, Dallas over the last 12 months is $215,000.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$284,900
Median Sale Price
$215,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$249,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$181
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
370
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1930
Months of Supply
5.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,694
Below the national average
1,927
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$435,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,402 Sq Ft
- 579 SE Vandenbosch St
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,463
Median Age
38
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$39,332
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$61,034
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.4%
College Graduates
18.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.9%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
35°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
63
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
77
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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