Why Live in Liberty Park
Liberty Park, located just north of downtown Medford, is a neighborhood characterized by its proximity to major commercial areas and thoroughfares like Riverside Avenue and Central Avenue. Despite having the lowest average home value in Medford, the area benefits from local businesses and nonprofits such as Kids Unlimited of Oregon and Living Opportunities. Riverside Drive is a hub for popular restaurants and small businesses, featuring Fiesta Restaurant and Market, which offers authentic Mexican cuisine and a Latin market, and Northwest Pine Apple, known for its healthy acai bowls and smoothies. Tequila Night Club adds to the nightlife with Latin music. For grocery needs, residents can visit nearby Trader Joe’s or Safeway.
The neighborhood is well-connected, with Riverside Avenue (State Route 99) providing access to the Rogue Valley Mall and downtown Medford, while Interstate 5 offers routes to Ashland and California. Children in Liberty Park attend Jackson Elementary and McLoughlin Middle School before moving on to the highly rated South Medford High School, which offers college credit courses and specialized facilities.
Housing in Liberty Park predominantly consists of one-level cottages and bungalows with Craftsman details, mostly built around 1930. The area attracts renters and buyers due to its lower price points, though some homes may require repairs. Liberty Park itself is a small greenspace with a play set, while the larger Hawthorne Park nearby features extensive amenities including a playground, basketball court, splash pad, and skate area. The Bear Creek Greenway trail, though frequented by the unhoused, provides a scenic route through the wooded area west of Interstate 5.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Liberty Park a good place to live?
Liberty Park is a good place to live. Liberty Park is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Liberty Park has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 36. The average household income is $48,426 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 8.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Liberty Park are renters, with 73.3% of residents renting and 26.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Liberty Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Liberty Park neighborhood guide.
Is Liberty Park, OR a safe neighborhood?
Liberty Park, OR is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 7 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Liberty Park?
The median home price in Liberty Park is $550,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $110,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,850 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $122K a year to afford the median home price in Liberty Park. The average household income in Liberty Park is $48K.
What are the best public schools in Liberty Park?
The best public schools that serve Liberty Park are:
What are the best private schools in Liberty Park?
The best private schools that serve Liberty Park are:
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Are home prices dropping in Liberty Park?
Yes, home prices in Liberty Park are down 27% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Liberty Park, OR
On average, homes in Liberty Park, Medford sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Liberty Park, Medford over the last 12 months is $585,000, down 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$585,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$585,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$259
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Median List Price
$550,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-22%