Why Live in East Springfield
East Springfield features a mix of minimal traditional and ranch-style homes built between the 1940s and 1970s, with newer traditional homes added since 2000. Manufactured homes are also available, often within communities that include amenities like pools and clubhouses. The neighborhood is characterized by its thicker forests along the southern waterfront, which elevate wildfire risks and may necessitate air purifiers for smoke. Parks in East Springfield are interconnected by dirt and paved trails, with Les Schwab Sports Park offering outdoor fitness equipment, synthetic turf fields, and a playground. The adjacent Bob Keefer Center provides indoor fitness facilities, courts for various sports, and a rock climbing wall. Rob Adams and Quartz parks feature playgrounds and basketball courts, while Clearwater Park along the Willamette River includes a 9-hole disc golf course, boat ramp, and access to the Middle Fork Path’s 4-mile paved trail. Main Street hosts local businesses, including Brandywine Fisheries and Fins Drive-In, as well as chain restaurants and stores like Jerry’s Home Improvement Store. Jasper Road, or OR-222, has bike lanes connecting the community to downtown Springfield, about 4 miles away. The neighborhood is served by Lane Transit District buses, and major routes like Highway 126 and I-5 provide access to Eugene Airport and Salem. Schools in the area are part of Springfield Public Schools, with Mount Vernon Elementary, Agnes Steward Middle, and Thurston High School, which offers College Now courses through Lane Community College.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Springfield a good place to live?
East Springfield is a good place to live. East Springfield is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. East Springfield is a suburban neighborhood. East Springfield has 10 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.6 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $69,686 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 13.9% of residents. A majority of residents in East Springfield are home owners, with 42% of residents renting and 58% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving East Springfield can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
East Springfield neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in East Springfield?
The median home price in East Springfield is $425,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $85,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,160 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $93K a year to afford the median home price in East Springfield. The average household income in East Springfield is $70K.
What are the best public schools in East Springfield?
The best public schools that serve East Springfield are:
What are the best private schools in East Springfield?
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Home Trends in East Springfield, OR
On average, homes in East Springfield, Springfield sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in East Springfield, Springfield over the last 12 months is $420,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$420,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$424,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$380,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$309
Number of Homes for Sale
33
Last 12 months Home Sales
166
Median List Price
$425,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
