Why Live in Crest Drive
The Southwest Hills neighborhood in Eugene, formerly known as Crest Drive, spans 2.5 square miles of rolling terrain on the city's southern edge. This area is known for its quiet streets, natural landscaping, and abundant wildlife. The neighborhood features a mix of split-level and Northwest Contemporary houses, many dating back to the 1970s, with some newer subdivisions. Homes often have floor-to-ceiling windows, exposed beams, and natural materials, set on lots ranging from 7,000 to 10,000 square feet to larger quarter-acre or half-acre plots. Children in the northern part of the neighborhood attend Adams Elementary, Eugene School District’s Arts and Technology Academy, and Churchill High School, while those in the eastern part attend Edgewood Elementary, Spencer Butte Middle, and South Eugene High School—all highly rated. The area includes the historic Wayne Morse Family Farm Park, with hiking trails and the city's largest off-leash dog park, and Blanton Ridge Park, known for its prairie and woodland trails. Local amenities include the Edgewood Shopping Center with a Safeway, Lox, Stocks, and Bagels, and Highlands Brew Pub and Sports Bar. The Friendly Street Market and food carts, as well as the Market of Choice and eateries like Tasty Thai Kitchen and Barry’s Espresso, Bakery, and Deli, provide diverse dining and shopping options. The neighborhood's crime rate is lower than the national average, making it a practical and appealing place to live.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Crest Drive a good place to live?
Crest Drive is a good place to live. Crest Drive is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Crest Drive is a suburban neighborhood. Crest Drive has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.2 people per acre and a median age of 49. The average household income is $122,288 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 70.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Crest Drive are home owners, with 23.4% of residents renting and 76.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Crest Drive can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Crest Drive neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Crest Drive?
The median home price in Crest Drive is $577,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $115,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.35%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,870 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $123K a year to afford the median home price in Crest Drive. The average household income in Crest Drive is $122K.
What are the best public schools in Crest Drive?
The best public schools that serve Crest Drive are:
What are the best private schools in Crest Drive?
The best private schools that serve Crest Drive are:
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Are home prices dropping in Crest Drive?
Yes, home prices in Crest Drive are down 6% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Crest Drive, OR
On average, homes in Crest Drive, Eugene sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Crest Drive, Eugene over the last 12 months is $540,000, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$540,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$610,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$388,300
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$305,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$285
Number of Homes for Sale
22
Last 12 months Home Sales
134
Median List Price
$577,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%
