A mixture of natural scenery and suburban convenience
Set on the southern edge of Salem, South Gateway blends the city's suburban landscape with the natural beauty of the surrounding Willamette Valley. "It's very well-known for its beautiful landscapes, a lot of hills and trees, and Oregonians love their trees," says Irma Coleman, the Neighborhood Program Coordinator for Salem. "It's very different from Downtown. South Gateway is much more relaxed and tranquil. It's why families gravitate toward it." Multiple parks and a local golf course provide plenty of options for enjoying the outdoors, while mature trees and detailed landscaping bring natural beauty close to home. The neighborhood is primarily residential but has some nearby shopping and dining options, plus major roads that make it easy to travel throughout Salem.
Tree lined sidewalks make South Gate walkable.
Water flows around rocks in a creek in South Gate.
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Outdoor fun in at South Gateway parks
Several parks in the neighborhood offer a variety of activities. Wes Bennett Park is a small green space with a playground, walking path and open field. Kids can enjoy playing in the park's splash pad on hot summer days. Bryan Johnston Park has more walking paths, playgrounds and a half-court basketball court. Sumpter Park is next to a local elementary school and has basketball and tennis courts, picnic areas and more playgrounds. All the parks have tall, shady trees—including Douglas firs—bringing a natural Pacific Northwest feeling to the neighborhood. The neighborhood also has community gardens on Sunnyside Road and Baxter Road that are operated in partnership with Marion Polk Food Share. Residents can rent out plots and grow their own food, and the organization provides resources such as tools, compost, plant starts and seeds.
Rees Park is a great spot to play and enjoy nature on Rees Hill Rd SE in Salem.
Sumpter park is right next to Sumpter Elementary on Rockwood St SE in Salem.
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Teeing off and enjoying the view at local attractions
Creekside Golf Club is a local private golf course that has been around since 1993. The 18-hole, par-73 course was designed by Oregon native and PGA Tour winner Peter Jacobson. Members can enjoy a round of golf among gently rolling hills and lush tree-lined fairways. The club also offers a performance center with club fittings, repairs and an indoor golf simulator. Other activities at Creekside include an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center and spa. Danny's on the Green is the club's restaurant, serving Pacific Northwest-inspired dishes in a dining room decked out in golf memorabilia. Nearby Willamette Valley Vineyards is a scenic spot to enjoy a glass of local wine and food pairings. The sprawling estate overlooks the rolling hills of the valley and rows upon rows of grapevines.
Take a swing at Creekside Golf Club on Club House Dr SE in South Gate.
Try your hand at the disc golf course at Woodmansee park on Sunnysdie Rd SE in South Gate.
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Quiet streets with established and modern homes in South Gateway
Homes in South Gateway are primarily from the 1980s to the present and include a range of styles. Craftsmans are the most common, but buyers can also find some bungalows and ranch-style houses throughout the neighborhood. They are usually on wide, quiet streets with sidewalks that offer room for a morning run or an evening stroll. A mix of evergreens and leafy trees cast shade over the yards and streets. Three-bedroom homes usually cost between $400,000 and $650,000, while four and five-bedroom houses can cost between $500,000 and $850,000. The Southbrook Mobile Home Park in the neighborhood's south end is a 55+ community with manufactured homes, a swimming pool and a clubhouse. These typically cost between $50,000 and $250,000.
Fall colors creep in along contemporary homes on Summit View Ave SE in South Gate.
Perfectly manicured trees front a contemporary home on Mt Vernon St SE in South Gateway.
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Local restaurants and national supermarkets close to home
South Gateway's local restaurants provide a variety of cuisine options. "There's a place called Beehive Station, which is a food cart area, so there's several restaurants in that food truck community. So that's a really popular spot," says Erin Garibay, a broker with HomeSmart Realty Group who has sold several homes in the neighborhood. Vendors here serve Thai food, smash burgers, Greek food and hot dogs, among various other dishes. Padington's Pizza on Commercial Street is a local spot founded in 1978. This casual eatery serves classic and innovative pies with a variety of toppings. Groceries are available at the Safeway on Commercial Street. There is also a Walmart and Costco nearby for more groceries and household items.
Explore the variety of retail at the Salem Center on High St NE north of South Gate.
Try the food carts at Beehive Station on Commercial St SE in South Gate.
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A history of success at local Salem schools
Students in South Gateway might attend Pringle Elementary School, rated a B by Niche, and Crossler Middle School, rated a B-minus. Sprague High School receives a B rating and has approximately 1,800 students. The school has won several sports championships and has an award-winning performing arts program, including marching band, wind ensemble and choir. Sprague also has a racquetball team that has won seven national and six state titles. The Willamette Education Service District's deaf and hard of hearing program is headquartered at Sprague, offering resources and support for students.
Battle Creek Elementary on Waln Dr SE serves grades 1-5 in Salem.
Sprague High School serves several students in the South Gateway neighborhood of Salem.
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Easy access to all of Salem from South Gateway
Despite its location on the southern edge of Salem, South Gateway is well-connected and has several ways to get around the city. Commercial Street leads 5 miles north to Downtown or 4.5 miles north to Salem Hospital. Kuebler Boulevard is a main east-west thoroughfare through the city's southern part. Interstate 5 is also nearby, offering a highway route through the Willamette Valley. The Salem-Willamette Airport offers limited commercial flights to Los Angeles and Las Vegas. The closest major airport is in Portland, about 62 miles north. Cherriots bus routes 6, 21 and 22 serve the neighborhood, taking riders to Downtown and east Salem.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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South Gateway Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Gateway, Salem sell after 81 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in South Gateway, Salem over the last 12 months is $505,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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