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Periwinkle

Periwinkle

Neighborhood in Albany, Oregon

Linn County 97322

$423,055 Average Value
$287 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

Bike to historic downtown Albany and watch hot air balloons float overhead

Living in Periwinkle has its perks. The Periwinkle Creek Bike Path takes cyclists along a 2-mile scenic route through two city parks to the Heritage Mall and the Monteith Historic District. From there, residents revisit the 19th-century architecture as they head toward the trendy shops of downtown Albany. At the Northwest Art & Air Festival, over 40,000 people gather at Timber Linn Memorial Park to watch dozens of hot air balloons float through the sky, drifting peacefully above Periwinkle. “I always get really excited when I see them in the air,” says Amy Bennett, Aquatics Coordinator at the Albany Community Pool. “I look forward to that weekend because you can see them flying on Interstate 5 heading toward the fairground. It’s a pretty cool sight to see.”

From big shopping plazas to small local shops and galleries, Periwinkle, OR has it all.
From big shopping plazas to small local shops and galleries, Periwinkle, OR has it all.
Historic Albany near Periwinkle Park is the place to explore the town's museums and history.
Historic Albany near Periwinkle Park is the place to explore the town's museums and history.
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Pine trees shade modern Prairie homes and one-story Craftsmans

Pine needles dust the sidewalks and streets in Periwinkle. Low yards and bushes gardens in red mulch are confined by miniature stone walls, giving homes an inviting exterior. Backyards remain private by the cover of cedar wooden fences. New traditional-style homes, modern Prairie homes and one-story Craftsman dwellings sit on small lots, some of which are within walking distance of major retail centers and recreational spaces. Manufactured homes on well-landscaped lots are available in Shorewood Estates, Columbus Greens or Edgewood Mobile Estates. "Most are single-family, entry-level homes," says Kyler Gulaskey, who has over 15 years of experience as a Realtor and Broker at eXp Realty in Salem. "They're good first homes for people, and they’re affordable." Home prices range from $350,000 to $750,000. A three-bedroom Craftsman can sell for between $350,000 and $500,000, while a two-story home with four bedrooms can be listed for around $400,000 to $650,000. Occasional newer builds with six bedrooms or duplex buildings with multiple units can fall around $900,000.

Periwinkle, OR is a quiet, family friendly neighborhood with beautiful sunsets and parks.
Periwinkle, OR is a quiet, family friendly neighborhood with beautiful sunsets and parks.
Large prairie and modern homes with beautiful yards are a higher end option in Periwinkle, OR.
Large prairie and modern homes with beautiful yards are a higher end option in Periwinkle, OR.
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Trade programs at B-minus rated South Albany High School

The Greater Albany Public School District is ranked in Niche’s Top 40 best school districts in Oregon, serving over 10,000 students. Kids can attend Periwinkle Elementary School with an active parent-teacher association and a C overall Niche grade. Calapooia Middle School also has a C and offers a Bilingual Education Program shared across the school district. South Albany High School maintains a B-minus, and offers college counseling with a well-rounded industrial arts program in subjects like masonry or construction. "South Albany offers an automotive program. I think it's great to get kids geared up for trade school," says Bennett.

Periwinkle Elementary is a public school in the Periwinkle neighborhood of Albany, Oregon.
Periwinkle Elementary is a public school in the Periwinkle neighborhood of Albany, Oregon.
South Albany High School in Oregon is part of the Greater Albany Public School.
South Albany High School in Oregon is part of the Greater Albany Public School.
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The Albany Main Street Station

Although Periwinkle is a car-dependent neighborhood, some sections are walkable, and bike lanes share the main roads. Albany trains make the trip up and down the West Coast from the Amtrak Station adjacent to downtown. With eight stops on Waverly Drive, the Albany Transit System (ATS) shuttles passengers around town. Interstate 5 takes traffic north 25 miles to Salem or 70 miles to Portland. Eugene is 43 miles south on I-5. Residents who want to watch some college sports can visit a Beavers game at Oregon State University in Corvallis, only 15 miles southeast. Portland International Airport is about 80 miles north of Periwinkle, and private planes land at the Albany Municipal Airport.

The Albany Transit System runs buses through the Periwinkle, OR area every day.
The Albany Transit System runs buses through the Periwinkle, OR area every day.
The Amtrak Station connects Periwinkle, OR and surrounding neighborhoods with Los Angeles.
The Amtrak Station connects Periwinkle, OR and surrounding neighborhoods with Los Angeles.
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City parks in Periwinkle

This neighborhood features four community parks and an aquatics center. Grand Prairie Park is a 10-acre space with a duck pond bordered by flower gardens and a paved walking path surrounded by towering pine trees. Lexington Park offers a basketball court and two playgrounds. Deerfield Park invites athletes with two baseball fields and a popular disc golf course. The Albany Community Pool offers aerobics classes and lap swimming at an Olympic-sized space with two diving boards and occasional movie nights. Freeway Lakes provides a quiet place to kayak and fish for bluegill or largemouth bass, 2 miles south.

Parents enjoy taking their kids out for a stroll around Grand Prairie Park in Albany, Oregon.
Parents enjoy taking their kids out for a stroll around Grand Prairie Park in Albany, Oregon.
Bowman Park in Albany, OR is a riverfront park by the Willamette River, ideal for kayaking.
Bowman Park in Albany, OR is a riverfront park by the Willamette River, ideal for kayaking.
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Shopping at the Heritage Mall

Heritage Mall, Albany’s commercial center, has 47 retailers with stores like Old Navy, Bath & Body Works and Famous Footwear less than a mile north. Regal Albany shows new movies on the big screen with plush seating. Shopping centers surround the mall with salons, department stores and local eateries. PizzAmoré is a New York-style pizzeria with a sleek dining room in a cozy hometown atmosphere. At La Roca, customers walk under blue archways into a golden interior adorned by flowery artwork, and the guacamole is made tableside. Those needing groceries can head to Safeway on 14th Avenue. Fred Meyer is a superstore with groceries, a garden section and a pharmacy on Highway 20.

Try out highly rated sushi for lunch at Osaka Sushi & Ramen in Periwinkle, OR.
Try out highly rated sushi for lunch at Osaka Sushi & Ramen in Periwinkle, OR.
Safeway is a large grocery store with bargain deals in Periwinkle, OR.
Safeway is a large grocery store with bargain deals in Periwinkle, OR.
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The Northwest Art and Air Festival and the Big Pickup

During the Northwest Art & Air Festival in August, residents browse art vendors, listen to live music or take to the skies in hot air balloons. Concerts ring out during River Rhythms and Summer Sounds in Monteith Riverpark. On Saturday mornings, the Albany Farmers Market is a community staple with food trucks and vendors selling farm-fresh meats, locally grown cherries and strawberries. The Big Pickup incentivizes a clean community with cash in exchange for trash in May.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Mahlon Sweet Field

60 min drive

Bus

Del Rio Ave & Waverly

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Del Rio & Columbus

Bus

34th & Chicago St

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Waverly & Moraga

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Columbus & Columbus Pl

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Waverly & Grand Prairie

Bus

Waverly & 21st

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Periwinkle US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$420,000
Median Single Family Price
$427,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$287
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
108
Months of Supply
1.00
Median List Price
$427,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,649
Median Year Built
1992
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,498
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,241
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969

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  • Saturday, May 3
    10:30am - 12:30pm

    1876 Geary Place SE, Albany, OR 97322

    $364,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,104 Sq Ft
    • 1876 Geary Place SE

    Nestled in a quaint cul-de-sac, this 3 bedroom/1 bathroom home offers 1,104 sq. ft of thoughtfully designed living space. The spacious living room, with a cozy gas fireplace, creates an inviting atmosphere. Enjoy a remodeled bathroom, new flooring, windows, high-efficiency furnace, and electrical panel, along with fresh interior paint. The kitchen features a walk-in pantry and all appliances

    Adam Hearn HOMESMART REALTY GROUP - CORVALLIS

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
8,934
Median Age
41
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$69,158
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$79,591

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.2%
College Graduates
26.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.4%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
3''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

56 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

10 / 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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