Why Live in Goshen
Goshen, located just 5 miles from Eugene and Springfield in Lane County, offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility to urban amenities. This unincorporated community is situated at the junction of Highway 99 and Interstate 5, providing convenient routes to nearby cities. The area features a variety of home styles, including mobile homes, classic ramblers, and estates with acreage, catering to diverse preferences. Families in Goshen may attend schools in the Creswell School District, Springfield Public Schools, or the highly rated 4J School District, which includes Edison Elementary School known for its excellent teachers.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to the Willamette River, just 6 miles away, which offers year-round activities such as fishing, kayaking, and boating. Mount Pisgah Arboretum, 3 miles away, provides extensive trails and hosts an annual mushroom foraging festival. Suzanne Arlie Park and its trails around Mount Baldy offer additional outdoor recreation. For indoor activities, residents can visit the Eugene Family YMCA or Amazon Park in Eugene.
While Goshen provides peaceful seclusion, residents need to drive to Eugene and Springfield for dining, retail, and entertainment options. Springfield's Olympic Street features big box stores like WinCo Foods and Walmart, while The Shoppes at Gateway offers retail chains and a Cinemark theater. Medical facilities such as McKenzie Willamette Medical Center are 5 miles away, and Eugene's regional airport is nearby for travel needs. Public transportation is accessible via bus stops along Franklin Boulevard, connecting residents to downtown Eugene. Goshen combines quiet country living with the convenience of nearby urban amenities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Goshen a good place to live?
Goshen is a good place to live. Goshen is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Goshen is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Goshen has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.2 people per acre and a median age of 47. The average household income is $97,197 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 25.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Goshen are home owners, with 21.8% of residents renting and 78.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Goshen can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Goshen neighborhood guide.
Is Goshen, OR a safe neighborhood?
Goshen, OR is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Goshen?
The median home price in Goshen is $300,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $60,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,560 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $67K a year to afford the median home price in Goshen. The average household income in Goshen is $97K.
What are the best public schools in Goshen?
The best public schools that serve Goshen are:
What are the best private schools in Goshen?
The best private schools that serve Goshen are:
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Home Trends in Goshen, OR
On average, homes in Goshen, Eugene sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Goshen, Eugene over the last 12 months is $320,000.
Median Sale Price
$320,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$300,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$195
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median List Price
$300,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
9%
