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Cal Young

Cal Young

Suburban Neighborhood in Eugene, Oregon

Lane County 97401, 97408

$606,899 Average Value
$319 Average Price per Sq Ft
46 Homes For Sale

Green spaces connected by level bike paths

The Cal Young neighborhood is central to convenience; just across the Willamette River from downtown Eugene, it has several big-box retail stores, two malls and more than five grocery stores scattered along several major thoroughfares. Besides options for every shopping need, Cal Young contains a park every mile or so throughout the neighborhood, many connected by bike lanes and paths on an easily navigable terrain. “The area is really known for bike riding, walking and hiking,” says Jeremy Starr, a real estate broker with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. “It’s flat, and a lot of people prefer the flatter ground to the hills on the southeast and southwest sides of the city.”

Upscale restaurants and Trader Joe’s in Oakway Center

Oakway Center is one of a few shopping centers in Cal Young, anchored by Nordstrom Rack, Old Navy and the only Trader Joe’s in the city. Next door, Sabai serves traditional Thai dishes and flavors from the Pacific Rim in a calming interior with earthy tones and minimalistic lines accented by reclaimed wood. Carefully plated, Mediterranean-inspired dishes are paired with Elizabeth Chambers Cellar varietals in an upscale dining room—with live music on Saturday evenings—at Elizabeth’s Wine Lounge. The Valley River Center is comprised of Macy’s, JCPenney, Adventure! Children’s Museum and a Regal Cinema immediately west of the neighborhood. For groceries, shoppers have various choices: WinCo Foods, Costco Wholesale, Walmart, Safeway and two Markets of Choice are all within reach.

The only Trader Joe's in Eugene is located at Oakway Center in the Cal Young neighborhood.
The only Trader Joe's in Eugene is located at Oakway Center in the Cal Young neighborhood.
Retailers of all size can be found at the Oakway Center in the Cal Young neighborhood.
Retailers of all size can be found at the Oakway Center in the Cal Young neighborhood.
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Three pools at Sheldon Pool and Fitness Center

Cal Young is dotted with parks and green spaces, several of which are conveniently located next to neighborhood schools. Tennis courts, baseball diamonds, soccer and football fields and a track comprise Sheldon Sports Park, behind Sheldon High School. Next door, the Sheldon Pool and Fitness Center has a 25-yard tank, a deep-diving well and a warm-water pool where swimming lessons, water fitness classes and baby swim times take place. Cal Young Middle School is also next to a community sports park, and smaller parks with playgrounds and sand pits—like Oakmont and Creekside parks—which are tucked between rows of homes. With two courses, the neighborhood is also a golf destination. Established in 1899, Eugene Country Club’s membership includes access to its full-sized golf course and three regulation-sized tennis courts, as well as themed dinners, wine tastings, holiday parties and other social outings. For those who prefer public daily rates, the Oakway Golf Course has tee times for under $30.

Players compete to score goals at Sheldon Sports Park in Cal Young.
Players compete to score goals at Sheldon Sports Park in Cal Young.
Sheldon Sports Park has baseball fields for visitors to play on in Cal Young.
Sheldon Sports Park has baseball fields for visitors to play on in Cal Young.
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Bike-friendly buses stop in Cal Young

Several major thoroughfares carve through Cal Young, including Interstate 105, which crosses the Willamette River and connects the neighborhood to downtown Eugene. Delta Highway, also known as Oregon state Route 132, also leads to downtown Eugene, passing the Valley River Center mall and several grocery stores beforehand. Coburg Road runs along the east side of the neighborhood—a conduit to several grocery stores and the Oakway Center—while the Randy Papé Beltline connects Delta Highway and Coburg Road. Two of the Lane Transit District’s bus routes have stops along Coburg Road, connecting passengers to the rest of Eugene and accommodating cyclists. “Eugene is so bike-oriented that there are bike lanes all up and down the corridors,” says Kelly Gustafson, a real estate broker with Berkshire Hathaway HomeService and Starr’s business partner.

Sixties ranch-style homes near the Willamette River

Homes in Cal Young come in several price tiers. Ranch-style homes built throughout the 1960s, as well as the occasional single-level, new traditional house, can cost between $415,000 and $570,000. New traditional builds with contemporary Craftsman details and modern homes constructed in the 2000s can fetch between $650,000 and $750,000, while larger new traditional estates built in the 1990s can range from $900,000 to $2 million, some belonging to homeowners associations.

Ranch homes beneath towering pines in the Cal Young neighborhood.
Ranch homes beneath towering pines in the Cal Young neighborhood.
A ranch style home with large trees in the Cal Young neighborhood.
A ranch style home with large trees in the Cal Young neighborhood.
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K-pop and creative writing clubs at Sheldon High

Children can start their K-12 journey at Willagillespie Elementary School, which earns a B-plus grade from Niche, before attending B-rated Cal Young Middle School. They may conclude their secondary education at Sheldon High School, which earns a B-plus and offers diploma pathways in graphic design, business education, information and communication technology as well as forestry and natural resource management. Students may also choose between more than 40 extracurricular clubs, which include creative writing, Model United Nations, K-pop and the Sheldon Astronomy Club.

Sheldon High School is on Willakenzie Rd in the center of the Cal Young neighborhood.
Sheldon High School is on Willakenzie Rd in the center of the Cal Young neighborhood.
U.S. News and World Reports ranks Cal Young Middle School in the top 10 Percent in Oregon.
U.S. News and World Reports ranks Cal Young Middle School in the top 10 Percent in Oregon.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Mahlon Sweet Field

16 min drive

Bus

N & S Of Crescent E Of Coach

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W & S Of Coburg S Of Tomahawk

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S & S Of Goodpstre Is E Of Goodpstre Lp

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S & S Of Country Club W Of Eugene Cc

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W & S Of Oakway N Of Fairway

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N & S Of Green Acres E Of Applewood

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E & S Of Oakway N Of Bedford

Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$550,000
Median Single Family Price
$615,000
Median Townhouse Price
$535,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$360,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$253,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$319
Number of Homes for Sale
46
Last 12 months Home Sales
257
Months of Supply
2.10
Median List Price
$575,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
6,082
Median Year Built
1978
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,968
On par with the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,694
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,412
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
851
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712

Open Houses

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    2772 Chad Dr, Eugene, OR 97408

    $464,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,272 Sq Ft
    • 2772 Chad Dr
    • New 1 day ago

    Open House Saturday May 3rd 11:00am-1:00pm.Welcome to 2772 Chad Drive—a beautifully updated, single-level ranch-style home located in the highly desirable North Gilham neighborhood. This charming residence blends classic design with modern upgrades offering both comfort and convenience in one of Eugene’s most sought-after communities. Step inside to a thoughtfully curated interior featuring new

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    3451 Marilla Ln, Eugene, OR 97408

    $790,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,027 Sq Ft
    • 3451 Marilla Ln
    • New 2 days ago

    Step into a home so stylish, even Martha Stewart might swoon. Nestled in one of Eugene’s most sought-after neighborhoods, this custom-built 2021 residence blends contemporary design with effortless livability—all on a single level and in like-new condition. Natural light pours into the open-concept floor plan, where wide-plank white oak flooring leads you through sunlit spaces designed for both

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    2411 Calgary St, Eugene, OR 97408

    $515,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,418 Sq Ft
    • 2411 Calgary St
    • New 2 days ago

    This single-story residence is located in the Gilham neighborhood, boasts a beautifully updated kitchen with all new appliances and coffee bar/wine fridge. It’s highlighted by a custom backsplash and elegant quartz countertops. The home includes two full bathrooms featuring premium finishes and offers an open-concept design that seamlessly connects the kitchen and living room. Additionally, there

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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 Equal Renters and Owners

Demographics

Total Population
23,491
Median Age
43
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.8%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$81,824
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$103,521

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.7%
College Graduates
48.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.6%

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®

71 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

24 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

28 / 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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