Why Live in Northgate
Northgate, a neighborhood in Salem, features a variety of midcentury homes primarily from the 1950s and 1960s, including ranch-style houses, cottages, and minimal traditional homes. These modest homes average 1,335 square feet and are situated on streets with sidewalks, driveways, and attached garages, with mature trees adding seasonal color. Northgate offers several recreational options, such as the 4-acre Northgate Park with a basketball court, splash pad, playground, soccer fields, and shaded walking paths. The nearby Kroc Center provides a range of activities, including swimming pools, a rock climbing wall, an NBA-sized gym, and fitness classes. For things to do, residents can visit Northgate Bowl, Don Froylan Creamery, and Lum Yuen Restaurant. Grocery shopping is convenient with stores like Safeway, Walmart, and Que Huong Oriental Foods nearby. Lancaster Drive, east of the neighborhood, features a major shopping corridor with national retailers and Willamette Town Center. Community events, such as the Fun Friday Social at Northgate Park, foster a strong sense of community. Northgate is well-connected with thoroughfares like Portland Road and Silverton Road leading to downtown Salem, 3.5 miles away, and Interstate 5 providing access to the Willamette Valley. Public transit is available via Cherriots bus routes, and bike lanes and sidewalks support walking and cycling. While the local schools have average ratings, North Salem High School offers specialized programs in engineering technology, cabinetmaking, culinary arts, JROTC, and International Baccalaureate programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northgate a good place to live?
Northgate is a good place to live. Northgate is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Northgate is a suburban neighborhood. Northgate has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.6 people per acre and a median age of 32. The average household income is $47,156 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 10.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Northgate are renters, with 74.3% of residents renting and 25.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Northgate can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Northgate neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Northgate?
The median home price in Northgate is $395,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $79,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,000 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $86K a year to afford the median home price in Northgate. The average household income in Northgate is $47K.
What are the best public schools in Northgate?
The best public schools that serve Northgate are:
What are the best private schools in Northgate?
The best private schools that serve Northgate are:
- St. Vincent De Paul School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- Blanchet Catholic School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- Salem Academy has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
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Home Trends in Northgate, OR
On average, homes in Northgate, Salem sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Northgate, Salem over the last 12 months is $370,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$370,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$399,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$263
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
33
Median List Price
$395,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
