$707,252Average Value$362Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes For Sale
Quiet residential area minutes from University of Oregon
The desirable neighborhood of South University offers residents easy access to the University of Oregon’s historic enclaves. The prestigious college has been the anchor of the Eugene community since 1872. Living close to the school makes it an excellent home-buying location for staff, faculty or alums who want to be close to Ducks games. Those with younger students have access to schools that are just as good. "The area is part of the 4J School District, which is highly rated and sought after by families," says Realtor and fifth-generation Oregonian Alice Holmes with Windermere Real Estate. There are comfortable midcentury homes, new construction and opportunities to buy student housing here. The neighborhood is also close to outdoor amenities and downtown entertainment, making it a community with much to offer.
Craftsmans and Tudor Revivals walking distance from UO
This desirable community is close to the university, but it's a quiet area lined with manicured yards, evergreen trees and walkable sidewalks. Developers built most homes between the 1920s and 1940s, but many homes for sale have carefully updated interiors. There are Craftsman-style bungalows, Tudor Revival homes and midcentury traditional homes. Duplexes also provide opportunities to invest in student housing. The community also offers recently constructed townhouses. These contemporary dwellings offer updated amenities and lower price points. Most Craftsman, midcentury and Tudor Revival homes here cost between $700,000 and $2.5 million. Townhouses cost between $650,000 to $700,000.
The Fall season adds a splash of orange to the landscaping of a home in South University.
Craftsman-style bungalows seen in the South University neighborhood.
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Well-rated schools in the 4J School District
The area's youngest students attend the 4J School District, which includes Edison Elementary School. Niche gives the school an overall A-minus, with an A-plus for teachers. It's been a beloved neighborhood school since 1926 and is known for its community learning garden. Roosevelt Middle School scored an overall A on Niche and offers students tutoring and homework help before and after school. Grades nine through twelve attend South Eugene High School, which also scored an overall A on Niche. The school has a variety of extracurricular activities that look great on college applications, like Robotics, Model UN and Drama.
A sprawling view of the Roosevelt Middle School campus in Eugene.
Kids love to learn at Edison Elementary School in Eugene.
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Neighborhood parks, pools and athletic fields
Residents can visit various local parks for exercise, relaxation and connection. Washburne Park has walking paths, picnic areas and summer concerts on the lawn. University Park is known for its colorful playground, walking trails and a pétanque field. Nearby, Amazon Park has an outdoor aquatic complex with pools for different age groups, ball fields, tennis courts and a playground. Kayaking and fishing enthusiasts will enjoy the proximity to the Willamette River. Golfers will enjoy being just 2 miles from Laurelwood Golf Course. For indoor recreation, residents can head to the Eugene Family YMCA, which has fitness classes, an indoor pool and a gym.
Challenge a friend to a game of one-on-one at University Park in Eugene.
Nearby Amazon Park offers a variety of activities for residents of South University.
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Organic grocery stores, corner cafes and a farmers market
Natural Foods for organic produce. The Eugene Saturday Market is another go-to for farm fresh produce. This weekly market has over 200 vendors, artisans and food trucks. The neighborhood is close to Springfield, where there are shopping centers like The Shoppes at Gateway. This mall has retail chains, a Target and a Cinemark movie theater. Residents can also walk to local cafes and restaurants. They can get weekend brunch at South Hills Cafe, pizza at Seize the Slice or a lunchtime salad at Cafe Yumm.
Pick up some organic produce from Sundance Natural Foods located near South University.
Sundance Natural Foods near South University has been serving the community for fifty years.
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Close to major roads, bike shares and buses
Surrounded by thoroughfares like Amazon Parkway, Franklin Boulevard and Interstate 5, it's easy for residents to get around Eugene. Much of the area is walkable, especially closer to the university. Those who want to avoid walking can use a local bike share or take the city bus to reach their destinations. When residents want to travel outside the Eugene area, like to Portland International Airport, proximity to I-5 makes getting around easy.
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South University Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South University, Eugene sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in South University, Eugene over the last 12 months is $610,500, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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