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Growing city just north of Salem
Home to about 40,000 residents, Keizer is a small city with established neighborhoods, top-rated schools and expansive green spaces along the Willamette River. “Keizer is a great town with a close-knit community and strong spirit of volunteerism,” says Ali Morrison, a Broker with the Morrison Real Estate Group at Windermere Real Estate who has been selling homes in the area for over 15 years. “It’s just north of Salem, but it has its own unique identity. Proximity to Interstate 5 and an easy commute to Portland are also big attractions.” Conveniently located less than 5 miles from Salem and about 45 miles from Portland, Keizer offers comfortable suburban living with access to nearby urban amenities and natural attractions in the Willamette Valley.
Diverse housing options and styles
Homebuyers in Keizer can find a variety of single-family homes, townhomes and condos. “Keizer has experienced a lot of growth in recent years, with the median sales price around $429,000,” Morrison says. More established neighborhoods feature ranch-style and split-level homes built around the mid-1900s, with prices ranging from about $340,000 to $470,000. Several custom-built estates sit along the Willamette River and start at around $750,000. Around the McNary Golf Club, the McNary Estates neighborhood is a private, gated community where homes lining the golf course start at around $630,000 and three-bedroom condos start around $420,000. Homebuyers can also find new construction scattered throughout the city, with three-bedroom contemporary farmhouses starting at around $855,000. The city has an overall Crime Score of 5 on the CAP Index.
Split-level homes are common in Keizer.
A typical row of homes found in the Keizer neighborhood.
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Highly rated schools with robust vocational training
Children attend the Salem-Keizer Public School District, which has an average student-teacher ratio of 19-to-1. The city has six elementary schools, two middle schools and one high school. Kids in the northern half of the city attend Gubser Elementary School, which earned a B from Niche, before moving on to Whiteaker Middle School, which earned a B-plus. Teens attend McNary High School, which earned a grade of B and boasts several career and technical education programs in fields such as media production, construction technologies and business management.
McNary High School is located in Keizer, OR.
Gubser Elementary School is located in Keizer, OR.
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Traveling to Salem, Portland and beyond
Keizer is conveniently located less than 5 miles north of Salem. Residents are also minutes from Interstate 5 and can easily traverse the 45 miles north to Portland. The Salem Area Mass Transit District – also known as Cherriots – provides local bus service to the city, with several routes connecting to the Keizer Transit Center. Commercial flights at the nearby Salem Municipal Airport are limited, but Avelo Airlines offers direct flights to Las Vegas and Los Angeles.
Shopping centers, local restaurants and nearby wineries
In the northeast corner of town, Keizer Station includes chains such as Target and Lowe’s. Along River Road North, locals can pick up groceries at Waremart by WinCo or grab a cup of joe from Bentley’s Coffee. Keizer Sub Shop serves classic sandwiches, while residents gather at the family-owned Mommy and Madi’s for all-day breakfast. Casamigos is another local favorite for dining, known for its homestyle Mexican food. Keizer is nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, also known as Oregon Wine Country, and residents are just a short drive from nearby wineries like Scenic Valley Farms.
Petco provides pet supplies for Keizer residents.
Mommy and Madi's is a local favorite for breakfast and lunch in Keizer.
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Green spaces along the Willamette River
With 19 parks in Keizer, Keizer Rapids Park stands out with 148 acres of green space along the Willamette River. The park has an 18-hole disc golf course, a sand volleyball court, a series of multi-use trails and a playground for kids to explore. Locals looking to get on the water can use the park’s boat ramp, while dogs can play off-leash in two fenced-in areas. Residents can also become members of the semi-private McNary Golf Club and enjoy access to an 18-hole golf course.
McNary Golf Club is located in Keizer, Oregon.
Keizer Rapids Dog Park is a favorite spot for people to bring their furry friends in Keizer.
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Citywide festivals and games at Volcanoes Stadium
Keizer is recognized as the Iris Capital of the World, and the city celebrates that title each year at the Keizer Iris Festival. The festival marks the beginning of spring and features vibrant iris gardens, carnival rides, a parade and more. Each holiday season, locals walk through the Gubser neighborhood as hundreds of homes light up for the Keizer Miracle of Lights Display. Residents can also catch a minor league baseball game at Volcanoes Stadium, home of the Salem-Keizer Volcanoes. “They also frequently host concerts and other local events,” Morrison says.
Volcanoes Stadium is where the Volcanoes baseball team plays in Keizer, Oregon.
Employment opportunities in Salem
With Keizer being less than 5 miles from Salem, residents can easily commute to Oregon’s capital for work. “Keizer is next door to Salem, where a lot of state and healthcare jobs are located,” Morrison says. Major employers include the award-winning Salem Hospital and the over 130 aircraft hangars and businesses at the Salem International Airport.
Residents of Keizer can catch a flight at nearby Salem Municipal Airport.
Salem hospital is just a few minutes away for residents of Keizer.
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