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An established Eugene community with an big outdoorsy scene
Bounded by the Willamette River to its east and the Northwest Expressway to its west, River Road highlights Northwest Eugene’s convenient location and scenic outdoors. “Locals care about their neighborhood here,” says Realtor Tom Richards of Tom Richards Real Estate. Richards has sold homes in the area for over 30 years and is an area native. “It’s a very community-oriented area. Neighbors go to the park with one another, go to local markets or head to downtown Eugene for a concert. Many people spend their time outside; there’s a big outdoorsy scene here.”
Watch the turtles at Walnut Pond Park in River Road.
River Road residents are just minutes from University of Oregon in downtown Eugene.
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Willamette recreation and the turtle preserve
The River Road area hugs the western border of the Willamette River, and locals often spend their time fishing or kayaking. West Bank Park is a 50-acre natural area along the river’s banks, featuring paved and undeveloped paths for bikers and foot travelers. The West Bank Path travels toward several informal river access points, and the bikers access the Ruth Bascom Riverbank Path System. Several additional parks are either within walking distance or a mile from residents. Locals gather at Walnut Grove Park to see the turtle preserve, further exploring the park’s central pond and surrounding paths. The River Road Park and Recreation District features a recreation center at Emerald Park, which is popular for families who enjoy swimming. The recreation center also features ample programs for children, like gymnastics, youth camps and after-school care. Locals also walk to Rosetta Place Park, a pocket park with a playground and ample green space.
The Willamette River boarders the eastern edge of River Road.
The trees in Emerald Park provide an opportunity for River Road residents to get into nature.
Watch the turtles at Walnut Pond Park in River Road.
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River Road's housing evolution
The River Road neighborhood was once farmland with Tudor Revival cottages and large farmhouses. In the middle of the last century, a housing boom drove out farms and nurseries in favor of ranch styles with large lawns. Housing remained steady, and a few farms remained until the early 21st century, when planned communities of three to four-bedroom homes replaced them. There are a few apartments and townhomes, but this area favors larger, detached homes. Housing prices range between $300,000 and $700,000. Narrow community backroads are tucked into leafy coves, without sidewalks or central yellow paint. The community’s primary thoroughfare and namesake, River Road, features four busy lanes flanked by additional housing and sidewalks where locals enjoy a stroll.
A little free library sits in front of a tudor home on River Rd in River Road.
River Road has views of the coastal and cascade mountain ranges.
Ranch homes can be found throughout the center of the River Road neighborhood.
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Students have a robust list of extracurricular options
Kids growing up in River Road attend schools within the Eugene School District, which earned an overall B-plus on Niche. Children start their education at Howard Elementary School, which has a B-minus on Niche and a student-to-teacher ratio of 14-to-1. Students advance to Kelly Middle School, where they are making far more academic progress than in previous years, according to GreatSchools. The middle school received an overall B on Niche. High schoolers head to North Eugene High School to earn their diplomas. Students can become writers for Caledonia Student Newspaper, debate in Mock Trial or join Video Game Club. Niche gave the high school an overall B-plus.
Howard Elementary serves grade levels 1-5 on Howard Ave in Eugene.
North Eugene High School serves grades
Kelly Middle Schools serves grades 6-8 on Howard Ave in Eugene.
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Coffee shops and shopping at Albertsons
Residents head to the corner of River Road and Randy Pape Beltline to shop. While a few shoppers grab groceries at Grocery Outlet, most locals head to Santa Clara Square to shop at Albertsons. The shopping plaza also features a gym, an eye doctor and a few restaurants. Locals head to Shari’s Café and Pies for a bite to eat. Open 24 hours a day, Shari’s offers menu items for breakfast, dinner, or a midnight snack. Lupita’s tacos is a local hit, featuring authentic street tacos, chimichangas, fajitas and more. Or, locals head to Global Delights Coffee on River Road for a morning pick-me-up and a fresh pastry.
Enjoy a cup of hot coffee from Global Delights Coffee on River Road in River Road.
Pick up the essentials at Grocery Outlet on River Road in River Road.
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Hopping on the LTD
The Lane Transit District serves River Road, and bus stops scatter the community. “It’s easy to get from point A to point B in this area. Public transportation is easy to use and quickly accessible,” Richards says. The area is surrounded by busy roads, with the Northwest Expressway to its west, the Randy Pape Beltline to its north and River Road to its east. And the train running parallel to the Expressway makes the community susceptible to noise pollution. Locals commuting into Downtown Eugene have a 6-mile trip down Highway 132. The Eugene Airport is 5 miles from River Road, and when locals need to access a hospital, the Peace Health Sacred Heart Medical Center is 6 miles away.
The Northwest Expressway runs along the western edge of River Road.
River Road is one of the primary thoroughfares through the River Road neighborhood.
GreatSchools:
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
River Road
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
River Road Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in River Road, Eugene sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in River Road, Eugene over the last 12 months is $425,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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