Why Live in Lebanon
Lebanon, known as "Strawberry City," is a suburban neighborhood in the Pacific Northwest celebrated for its annual Lebanon Strawberry Festival and quaint downtown. The area features New Traditional, Craftsman, and ranch-style homes, with colorful houses lining the town center and larger properties with barns on the outskirts. Lebanon's crime rates are lower than the national average for violent crimes, though property crime rates are about even with national trends. The neighborhood offers various things to do, including locomotive tours, nature trails, and wildlife areas. Bob Smith Memorial Park has a dog park and baseball diamonds, while the North Shore Trail at Cheadle Lake spans 2 paved miles. The South Santiam River is popular for fishing and rafting. Downtown Lebanon exudes a vintage Pacific Northwest vibe with Victorian homes, vintage storefronts, and local boutiques. Notable events include the Lebanon Strawberry Festival, Guitars Under the Stars, and holiday-themed Santiam Excursion Trains. Major employers include Lowe's Regional Distribution Center, Entek International, and Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital. The Lebanon Community School District serves about 4,000 students, and Western University of Health Sciences offers medical programs. The Lebanon LINX bus system and proximity to Interstate 5 provide convenient transportation options, with Salem 35 miles north and Eugene 45 miles south. Lebanon experiences higher annual rainfall during the winter wet season, which can lead to flooding from the South Santiam River.
Home Trends in Lebanon, OR
On average, homes in Lebanon, OR sell after 72 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Lebanon, OR over the last 12 months is $385,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$385,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$399,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$345,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$300
Number of Homes for Sale
90
Last 12 months Home Sales
449
Median List Price
$409,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%