Why Live in Meadowlawn
Meadowlawn, a neighborhood in Salem, features primarily ranch-style houses from the 1970s to 1990s, with some cottages also available. The homes are situated on wide suburban streets shaded by mature trees, and most have driveways and built-in garages. Meadowlawn Apartments, a 55+ community, offers amenities such as a clubhouse, swimming pool, and dog park. However, buyers should be aware of the risk of flooding in the southern part of the neighborhood. Meadowlawn Golf Course, with its nine-hole layout, is a central attraction, offering public access and memberships. Nearby, Cascades Gateway Park provides over 100 acres of trails, fishing, and an 18-hole disc golf course, while Geer Community Park features sports fields and a bike park. State Street and Lancaster Drive are bustling with retail and dining options, including The Yard Food Park and The Ritz Diner. Willamette Town Center, just 2 miles north, offers extensive shopping with stores like HomeGoods and Nordstrom Rack. Commuting is facilitated by Interstate 5 and Oregon Route 22, with State Street providing a direct route to downtown Salem and Salem Hospital. Public transportation is available via Cherriots bus routes 4 and 11. South Salem High School, which serves the area, is highly rated and offers robust extracurricular programs and dual credit courses through local colleges.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Meadowlawn a good place to live?
Meadowlawn is a good place to live. Meadowlawn is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable. Meadowlawn is a suburban neighborhood. Meadowlawn has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 6.0 people per acre and a median age of 45. The average household income is $47,754 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 15.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Meadowlawn are renters, with 69% of residents renting and 31% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Meadowlawn can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Meadowlawn neighborhood guide.
Is Meadowlawn, OR a safe neighborhood?
Meadowlawn, OR is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Meadowlawn?
The median home price in Meadowlawn is $599,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $119,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,100 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $133K a year to afford the median home price in Meadowlawn. The average household income in Meadowlawn is $48K.
What are the best public schools in Meadowlawn?
The best public schools that serve Meadowlawn are:
What are the best private schools in Meadowlawn?
The best private schools that serve Meadowlawn are:
- Blanchet Catholic School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- Salem Academy has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- Heritage School has a student teacher ratio of 15:1.
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Home Trends in Meadowlawn, OR
On average, homes in Meadowlawn, Salem sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Meadowlawn, Salem over the last 12 months is $275,000.
Median Sale Price
$275,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$414,905
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$599,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$443
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$599,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
