Why Live in Laurelhurst
Laurelhurst in Medford, OR, offers a blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience. The neighborhood, less than a square mile, features gridded residential streets lined with mature trees and small bungalows and cottages, many with Craftsman touches. Homes, mostly built in the 1960s with some from the early 2000s, typically have two bedrooms and are priced below the Medford metro average. The area is known for its walkability, with sidewalks making it easy to reach local amenities. Providence Medford Medical Center is less than a mile north, and the Medford Center shopping area, with its Cinemark Tinseltown Medford 15 movie theater and Punky’s Diner and Pies, is directly accessible to the west. Donut Country on Jackson Street is a local favorite for coffee and donuts. Laurelhurst is bordered by Jackson Street to the south, providing a quick five-minute drive to downtown Medford, and Crater Lake Avenue to the east, leading to the medical center and beyond. Hawthorne Park, with its playground, basketball court, skate ramps, and off-leash dog park, is nearby, as is Donahue Frohnmayer Park, featuring playgrounds and walking trails. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, offering a low crime risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Laurelhurst a good place to live?
Laurelhurst is a good place to live. Laurelhurst is considered fairly walkable and bikeable with some transit options. It has a median age of 37. The average household income is $38,359 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 17.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Laurelhurst are renters, with 82.1% of residents renting and 17.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Laurelhurst can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Laurelhurst neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Laurelhurst?
The median home price in Laurelhurst is $299,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $59,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,520 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $65K a year to afford the median home price in Laurelhurst. The average household income in Laurelhurst is $38K.
What are the best public schools in Laurelhurst?
The best public schools that serve Laurelhurst are:
What are the best private schools in Laurelhurst?
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Are home prices dropping in Laurelhurst?
Yes, home prices in Laurelhurst are down 20% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Laurelhurst, OR
On average, homes in Laurelhurst, Medford sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Laurelhurst, Medford over the last 12 months is $291,000, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$291,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$309,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$309,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$280
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median List Price
$299,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%