Central Ashland
Neighborhood in Ashland, Oregon
Jackson County 97520
Theater at the high school and university level
Students in Central Ashland may attend Walker Elementary School before potentially moving on to Ashland Middle School and Ashland High School. All three schools earn an A-minus from Niche. High school drama students enjoy access to the newly designed Mountain Avenue Theatre, equipped with green rooms, dressing rooms, an orchestra pit, a full fly system, a loading dock and a theater that can seat 412 patrons.Local students may also attend the public TRAILS Outdoor School from kindergarten through eighth grade, though admission is based on a lottery system when there are not enough open spaces. Lessons include planting, hiking, sketching, backpacking and spending time outdoors otherwise in places like nearby Lithia Park, or as far as the Pacific Ocean.
Southern Oregon University lies mostly across Siskiyou Boulevard, with a few residence halls and the school’s football stadium in the neighborhood. The liberal arts university offers various programs, also boasting the title of a Designated Center of Excellence in the Fine and Performing Arts. In fact, several of its alumni have gone on to enjoy successful careers in television, including Ty Burrell and Kim Rhodes. On weekends, locals cheer the Southern Oregon University football team on at the Raiders Stadium in the center of the neighborhood.
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Flatter terrain and continuous trails encourage biking
Ashland’s Central Bike Path cuts through the neighborhood as well, passing by Garfield Park and nearby Hunter Park. The cycling trail connects to the Bear Creek Greenway, which weaves all the way north through Medford. “It’s a continuous bike path that passes by multiple parks and places to stop,” says Scott Lewis, a broker with John L. Scott Ashland. “You don’t have to stop on roads at all.”
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Southern Oregon University games at Raiders Stadium
In addition to a strong school system, Central Ashland offers plenty of recreation opportunities for children. Local kids can clamber up the play structures in Garfield Park or cool off on the flower-themed splash pad on blistering Oregon days. A volleyball court nearby doubles as an extended sandbox for little ones. The ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum offers indoor entertainment and education for children when the weather is not conducive to outdoor play.
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Restaurants recognized by national television and magazines
Central Ashland has several acclaimed restaurants. Sammich serves loaded sandwiches with meats that are smoked, brined and poached in-house. The local chain has other locations in Portland and Seattle, and it has earned features in Eater, The Oregonian, “Chopped,” “Guy’s Grocery Games” and “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.”Morning Glory Café has been named Trip Advisor's No. 1 restaurant in Ashland for multiple years. Pancakes, crepes, Belgian waffles and French toast—topped with a scoop of ice cream—are served in a cobalt blue interior with dreamy, whimsical murals. House specials include eggs Benedict and eggs Florentine, served with lattes, cappuccinos, mimosas or Bloody Marys. Residents head to the corner of Ashland Street and Siskiyou Boulevard for groceries and weekly essentials at Market of Choice Ashland.
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Access to Medford via Siskiyou Boulevard
Central Ashland connects to Talent, Phoenix and Medford in the north via Siskiyou Boulevard, also known as state Route 99. Main Street serves as the northern boundary of the neighborhood and offers views of the spacious Garfield Park. It also has several bus stops, and the Rogue Valley Transportation District bus lines that run along Siskiyou Boulevard bring passengers to Medford. Interstate 5 runs north of the neighborhood, connecting the area to Portland in the north and, to the south, California.Craftsman bungalows and cottages shaded from the Oregon sun
Apartments comprise almost 66% of the property mix in Central Ashland, some of which house Southern Oregon University students. Towering, mature trees shade single-family, one-level cottages and bungalows. Smaller homes with two bedrooms built in the 1930s and 1940s that may need some repairs cost between $320,000 and $390,000, while larger ranch-styles and Craftsman bungalows with three bedrooms can fetch between $450,000 and $550,000.Lots with sprawling homes, multiple properties or accessory dwelling units (ADUs) cost between $700,000 and $850,000. “Ashland has been encouraging high-density development, and ADUs are highly encouraged,” Lewis says. “The lots [in Central Ashland] are larger than many and the utilities are already there.” Sounds of trains and cheers from Raider Stadium may cause occasional noise in the area.
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Increased risk of wildfires
The dense forestry and high summer temperatures can possibly facilitate wildfires, leaving the area at risk for fire and lessened air quality. The city provides resources for reducing the risk, including fire-adapted landscaping, preparing for wildfires and creating clean air spaces. It also enforces weed abatement in yards during the summer.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Marie Lange
Marie Lange
Ashland Homes Real Estate Inc.
(541) 368-2473
74 Total Sales
1 in Central Ashland
$250,000 Price
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Stephanie Valence
Stephanie Valence
John L. Scott Ashland
(541) 827-8043
11 Total Sales
1 in Central Ashland
$690,000 Price
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Catherine Rowe Team
Catherine Rowe Team
Responds QuicklyJohn L. Scott Ashland
(541) 631-4452
423 Total Sales
9 in Central Ashland
$255K - $878K Price Range
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Alex Aaronson
Alex Aaronson
Responds QuicklyJohn L. Scott Medford
(541) 702-0758
295 Total Sales
1 in Central Ashland
$625,000 Price
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Ellie George
Ellie George
Responds QuicklyHome Quest Realty
(541) 702-0869
560 Total Sales
1 in Central Ashland
$525,000 Price
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Dallin George
Dallin George
Responds QuicklyHome Quest Realty
(458) 214-8896
410 Total Sales
1 in Central Ashland
$760,000 Price
Schools
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Central Ashland | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
| Larceny | 7 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Central Ashland Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Central Ashland, Ashland sell after 75 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Central Ashland, Ashland over the last 12 months is $439,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$481,500
Median Sale Price
$439,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$455,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$439,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$322,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$342
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
242
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1949
Months of Supply
6.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,210
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,530
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
698
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 1511am - 2pm
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Sunday, Jun 2211am - 1pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,848
Median Age
26
Population under 18
25.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
7.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$29,255
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$46,629
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.8%
College Graduates
41.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.6%
% Population in Labor Force
60.8%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
19''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
8''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
85
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
75
/ 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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