Bethel
Bethel’s abundance of parks and bike paths
Fern Ridge Reservoir’s 9,000 acres lies roughly 12 miles west of Bethel. Recreation on and around the lake include water skiing, swimming and fishing. On the neighborhood’s north side, trails weave along fishing ponds around Golden Gardens Park’s over 220 acres. The park’s trail branches off and connects to Jessen Path, a multiuse trail leading to Bethel’s shared-use and designated bike lanes.Echo Hollow Park has a football field, primarily used for youth athletics, and a public pool. Paved paths loop around Irwin Park’s almost 8 acres, where a baseball field sits adjacent to a half basketball court and playground. Bethel Community Park spans 33 acres, with four baseball fields known as the Willamette Valley Babe Ruth complex. The playground and sand play area are near the skate park, which has moderate to steep slopes. Petersen Barn Community Center has a baseball field, playground and open field where events are held, such as the “We are Bethel Celebration” in June, where the green space is lined with local vendors and carnival games.
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Manufactured, midcentury and Craftsman homes
Midcentury ranch-style homes and manufactured homes dot communities established between the 1950s and 1970s. Ranch-style homes cost between $300,000 and $520,000. Manufactured home properties are leased monthly, including the 55-and-up communities of Lakewood Vista and SongBrook. Depending on whether these communities have amenities such as pools and fitness centers, homes list between $30,000 and $230,000. Craftsman houses were built in cul-de-sacs after 2000 and are listed from $425,000 to $645,000.
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Bethel schools and farm field trips
Bethel School District serves the neighborhood. “They’ve invested a lot of money into the schools, which increased taxes, but the Bethel area is still less expensive than South Eugene,” says Sally Jo Wickham, a broker with Team Wickham with over 20 years of experience. Clear Lake Elementary gets a C grade from Niche, Shasta Middle schools earns a C-plus and Willamette High School receives a B. “Bethel has a program that is designed more toward the country life. For instance, Kalapuya High School is based more on farm and husbandry than the technical trades,” Wickham says. High school students are the ones in charge of leading the third and fourth-grade field trips to Bethel Farm, a district-wide initiative where students meet farm animals, help collect crops and learn concepts such as eating locally.
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Travels via highway, airplane and Beltline Path
Oregon Route 99—or Highway 99—runs along the neighborhood’s east side, connecting the community with Eugene Airport in the north and downtown Eugene in the south, which are both about a 6-mile drive both ways. The Beltline Path, a paved bike lane, runs parallel to Randy Papé Beltline, a local north- and south-bound thoroughfare. Lane Transit District (LTD) serves the neighborhood with bus stops along Royal Avenue and Barger Drive. Two hospitals are located nearby in Springfield, including PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center, about 10 miles west, and McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center, roughly 13 miles away.Echo Hollow Plaza shops and local dining
Daynight Donuts sells biscuits and gravy in addition to its various donuts 24 hours a day. Box stores, including Big Lots and Rite Aid, line Echo Hollow Plaza. Abby’s Legendary Pizza and Lee’s Thai Food are nearby for fast-casual dining. WinCo Foods stands alone, and Albertsons anchors Royal West Center’s shopping plaza, where locally owned El Charro Mexican Restaurant & Bar serves classic Mexican cuisine. The Embers and Barger Grill & Taphouse are both located nearby.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Katie Juth
Katie Juth
Responds QuicklyWindermere RE Lane County
(503) 905-9706
108 Total Sales
10 in Bethel
$75K - $396K Price Range
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Sean Gillespie
Sean Gillespie
Knipe Realty ERA Powered
(458) 221-4141
112 Total Sales
16 in Bethel
$65K - $525K Price Range
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Holly Guardino
Holly Guardino
Responds QuicklyHarcourts West Real Estate
(458) 209-3154
66 Total Sales
10 in Bethel
$30K - $475K Price Range
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Shannon Hartley
Shannon Hartley
Hearthstone Real Estate
(541) 612-7923
109 Total Sales
1 in Bethel
$380,000 Price
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Sally Jo Wickham
Sally Jo Wickham
Responds QuicklyUnited Real Estate Properties
(458) 215-1612
102 Total Sales
3 in Bethel
$275K - $385K Price Range
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Melissa Shea
Melissa Shea
Premiere Property Group LLC
(541) 204-2642
19 Total Sales
4 in Bethel
$57K - $450K Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Candlelight park
State Street Park
Golden Gardens Park
Petersen Park
Mangan City Park
Trainsong Park
Bethel Community Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Bethel | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Bethel Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bethel, Eugene sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Bethel, Eugene over the last 12 months is $452,425, up 51% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$445,480
Median Sale Price
$452,425
Median Single Family Sale Price
$451,970
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$412,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$149,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
212
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
51%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$235
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
7,395
Number of Homes for Sale
33
Median Year Built
1979
Months of Supply
1.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,414
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,907
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
886
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Open Houses
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Sunday, Aug 312 - 2pm
$360,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,512 Sq Ft
- 4989 Cone Ave
Don't miss this completely updated, move in ready and affordable home! Enter into a bright, light filled open-concept room that connects the kitchen, living room and dining room. All new appliances, paint, flooring and fixtures! This home offers wonderful separation of space with two bedrooms and a full bathroom on one side and the primary with attached bathroom on the other side. Plenty of
Jo Ann Zebrowski RE/MAX Integrity
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Saturday, Aug 211am - 1pm
$494,900
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,814 Sq Ft
- 966 Legacy Ln
The Daisy collection at Brand new Meadowview, Lennar's first Eugene community! Surrounded by nature preserves. The first floor of this two-story home showcases an open layout that features a Great Room with a fireplace, a nook and a modern kitchen with a patio attached. Upstairs are three bedrooms ideal for flex space and the owner’s suite with a full bathroom. Renderings and sample photos are
Mechelle Clough Lennar Sales Corp
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Saturday, Aug 211am - 1pm
$578,400
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,306 Sq Ft
- 974 Legacy Ln
A show-stopping home in the desirable Danebo neighborhood. Minutes to parks, Costco, I5, shopping & fine dining! The Ashland: an exceptional new home that captivates from the moment you arrive with its soaring entryway and grand sense of arrival. As you step inside, you're greeted by a spacious, bright & open great room where natural light pours in through the windows & an oversized sliding glass
Mechelle Clough Lennar Sales Corp
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$210,000
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,984 Sq Ft
- 4055 Royal Ave
- Unit 7
Don’t Miss This Charming Home in a 55+ Gated Community! This spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath home with a bonus office space offers a fantastic floor plan and is ready for your personal touches. Enjoy vaulted ceilings, a large primary suite with a generous attached bathroom, and a double-car garage. Located in a welcoming, pet-friendly community with access to top-notch amenities including a large
Christopher BaumanTriple Oaks Realty LLC(458) 278-3393 -
$135,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,053 Sq Ft
- 2350 N Terry St
- Unit 25
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath manufactured home in the all age Rosewood Park features a private, well-maintained yard that backs up to greenspace and a creek. Enjoy the outdoor space with a pond, firepit, an apple tree, blueberries and a grapevine —features you don’t typically see in a park setting. The home has an open, bright layout with all-new LVP flooring and updated showers. A good-sized storage
Katie JuthWindermere RE Lane County(458) 746-3577 -
$367,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,064 Sq Ft
- 3451 Elmira Rd
- New 5 days ago
This wonderful single level ranch has been well maintained and thoughtfully updated. From the original hardwood floors, built-ins and coved ceiling to the updated kitchen, Ductless heat/ac and metal roof, the classic features are mixed perfectly with modern finishes. Sitting on over a quarter acre, there is plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors at home. Fenced front and back yards feature numerous
Jonathan Locke ICON Real Estate Group
Homes for Rent
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$1,410 - $2,100 per month
- Parkside Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 690+ Sq Ft
- 4075 Aerial Way
- Eugene, OR
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
32,061
Median Age
40
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$62,661
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$71,749
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.4%
College Graduates
17.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.7%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
73
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
58
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
31
/ 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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