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Cartwright Park

Cartwright Park

Neighborhood in Seaside, Oregon

Clatsop County 97138

$654,405 Average Value
$354 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

A quiet oceanfront neighborhood close to downtown

A small arch made of stones with five buckets on top sits near the Pacific coast in Cartwright Park, not far from where Lewis and Clark’s historic voyage ended. The structure is a replica of the salt cairn the Corps of Discovery team used to boil ocean water, produce salt and preserve their food for the trip back to Missouri. The cairn lies along the famous Seaside Promenade, in the calmer Cartwright Park neighborhood south of downtown Seaside. “It’s a lot quieter than other parts of Seaside. That’s why it’s desirable,” says Todd Braden, a broker with Soldera Properties. “You’re within striking distance of downtown and that’s where all of the wine bars and restaurants and arcades are, but at the same time, you are not affected by it on a daily basis.”

Cartwright Park has many options with ocean front views and beach access.
Cartwright Park has many options with ocean front views and beach access.
Cartwright Park offers gorgeous seaside vistas with beach access just steps away from home.
Cartwright Park offers gorgeous seaside vistas with beach access just steps away from home.
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Beaches and sport tournaments draw a crowd in Seaside

Seaside’s beaches are one of the community's main draws. Visitors can hike along the sandy shore, dig for razor clams or fly kites, but if they want to keep their feet clean from the sand, they can walk along the paved 1.5-mile oceanfront Seaside Promenade trail, nicknamed “the Prom.” The trail leads north to downtown, where it passes a turnaround known as the end of Lewis and Clark’s trail, or where they turned around to return inland. The beaches of Seaside host several popular athletic events, including the Seaside Beach Volleyball tournament, which is the largest in North America. Four days of volleyball competitions with various divisions invite more than 40,000 visitors to the coastal community every year. The Hood to Coast Race Series and Relay encompass 196 miles from the top of Mount Hood to Seaside, having sold out for 36 consecutive years out of 42.

Beach access is just steps away from your doorstep in Cartwright Park.
Beach access is just steps away from your doorstep in Cartwright Park.
Explore the miles of sandy seashore that runs througout Cartwright Park.
Explore the miles of sandy seashore that runs througout Cartwright Park.
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Neighborhood namesake park features a pump track, boat ramp

The neighborhood’s namesake park is a few blocks inland, on the shore of Neawanna Creek. A boat ramp provides access for water recreation, and the design of the park’s playground allows parents to always keep an eye on their children. The Cartwright Pump Track is a newer addition to the green space, geared toward younger and beginner bikers. Immediately south of the neighborhood, the Seaside Golf Course, which celebrated its centennial in 2023, offers daily rates, as well as annual memberships, for its nine-hole course.

Kids will enjoy racing their bikes at the pump track at Cartwright Park.
Kids will enjoy racing their bikes at the pump track at Cartwright Park.
You'll love the shaded picnic area at Cartwright Park.
You'll love the shaded picnic area at Cartwright Park.
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Cottages with access to the oceanfront Prom trail

Weathered wood shingles in varying shades of brown give homes in Cartwright Park a distinct coastal look, and many have Craftsman touches that reflect a dedication to detail. Single-level cottages built in the first half of the 20th century can cost between $470,000 and $550,000, and many come with detached garages with upper-level apartments. Properties closer to the shoreline often have two or three stories and balconies with views of the ocean and Tillamook Head, fetching between $950,000 and $1.5 million. Those that are waterfront offer private trails to the beach and immediate access to the Prom trail. Studios and one-bedroom condos that cost between $140,000 and $250,000 include access to private pools and proximity to the beach. With its coastal location and possibility of elevated sea levels, Cartwright Park may be at an increased risk of flooding. The local government provides self-serve sandbags for homeowners at Seaside Public Works.

Seaside bungalows in Cartwright Park make a great second beachfront home.
Seaside bungalows in Cartwright Park make a great second beachfront home.
Stroll the Promenade in Cartwright Park and enjoy beautiful views of the sea.
Stroll the Promenade in Cartwright Park and enjoy beautiful views of the sea.
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American cuisine with international flavor at Osprey Café

Though Cartwright Park is near downtown Seaside and all its restaurants, there are a few local favorites within the neighborhood as well. Osprey Café is known for breakfast, serving American comfort food with international twists, like Korean steak and eggs with kimchi pancakes, Hungarian wild mushroom soup and Dungeness crab cake Benedict. Angelina’s Pizzeria and Café crafts calzones, stromboli and a variety of New York-style pizzas with dough that is made from scratch every day. Grocery Outlet sells produce and other products at a bargain price, while Safeway is around 1 mile away downtown. Cartwright Park is roughly less than 2 miles away from the Providence Seaside Hospital Emergency Room.

The popular Osprey Cafe sits steps away from the Promenade and beachfront access.
The popular Osprey Cafe sits steps away from the Promenade and beachfront access.
Grab your morning coffee and scones from the Osprey Cafe in Cartwright Park.
Grab your morning coffee and scones from the Osprey Cafe in Cartwright Park.
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Pacific Projects teach community service at Seaside High

Students living in Cartwright Park can attend Pacific Ridge Elementary School for kindergarten through fifth grade. Established in 2020, the elementary school earns a B-minus from Niche, while Seaside Middle School receives a C. Seaside High School earns a B-minus. To graduate, seniors must complete a Pacific Project, a 50-hour community service endeavor that they both design and summarize with a visual display.

Seaside High School maintains a B-minus according to Niche.com.
Seaside High School maintains a B-minus according to Niche.com.
The athletic fields at Sunset Empire Sports Park provides space for youth sports and games.
The athletic fields at Sunset Empire Sports Park provides space for youth sports and games.
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Public transit and walking trails present transportation options

The Oregon Coast Highway divides the neighborhood on its east and west sides and connects Seaside to Warrenton and Astoria in the north. Avenue U serves as Cartwright Park’s southern border, passing Seaside Golf Course and Osprey Grill on its way to the Pacific. The Northwest Connector has several bus routes that travel through Seaside. The Cannon – Seaside route has a few stops throughout the city, where passengers can catch a bus going south to Cannon Beach or north to Warrenton. The Astoria – Seaside route stops north of Cartwright Park, near the McDonald’s downtown, before continuing towards Gearhart, Warrenton and Astoria. Residents can also traverse the neighborhood by bike or on foot using the Promenade, which passes through downtown.

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Cartwright Park US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$635,000
Median Single Family Price
$622,500
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$221,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$354
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
17
Months of Supply
1.40
Median List Price
$625,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
18%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
180
Median Year Built
1952
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,912
On par with the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,976
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
743
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
353
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
1,311
Median Age
48
Population under 18
19.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.8%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$42,921
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$53,968

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
89.5%
College Graduates
8.7%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.7%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
56.6%

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

74 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

61 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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