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South Ashland

South Ashland

Neighborhood in Ashland, Oregon

Jackson County 97520

$526,138 Average Value
$309 Average Price per Sq Ft
8 Homes For Sale

Residential suburb near Southern Oregon University

South Ashland is a lively residential neighborhood full of Craftsman-style homes, multifamily properties and apartment complexes that line shady streets peppered with towering pine and oak trees. Adjacent to the neighborhood is Southern Oregon University, which enrolls around 4,000 undergraduate students each semester. “Southern Oregon University is a smaller university, but it plays a pretty big role in the community,” says Jane Vaughan, an Ashland resident. “You can tell there’s a noticeable population difference when the students leave in the summer.” Most SOU undergraduates elect to live on campus in residence halls for all four years, so locals won’t see many off-campus students living in Ashland neighborhoods. Siskiyou Boulevard, Ashland’s main road, runs through the middle of South Ashland, splitting the neighborhood in half. In addition to easy access to the city’s main thoroughfare, residents are also within walking distance of several local parks and nearby shopping centers.

A large contemporary home sits along the hill overlooking the homes of South Ashland.
A large contemporary home sits along the hill overlooking the homes of South Ashland.
South Ashland friends meet every Tuesday to play a game of bocce ball in a local park.
South Ashland friends meet every Tuesday to play a game of bocce ball in a local park.
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Variety of midcentury and modern housing styles

Homes started cropping up in South Ashland around the 1950s as the city’s southside development began. Residential construction continued steadily through the latter half of the 20th century and began to slow down in the early 2000s. Because homes were built over the course of more than 50 years, there’s a vast assortment of housing styles and architectural features throughout the neighborhood. Homebuyers can find everything from single-level cottages and ranch-style homes with gabled roofs to modern builds with contemporary architecture and Craftsman-style homes. Front yards are landscaped with wildflower gardens, assorted chaparral and decorative rocks that lean into the region’s natural topography. Single-family homes in this neighborhood typically sell between $400,000 and $700,000, although a handful of larger, more upscale properties can cost up to $1 million. There are also several duplexes, townhomes and condominiums scattered throughout the area, which tend to range in price between $300,000 and $400,000.

Several of the older homes in South Ashland have been refreshed with renovations.
Several of the older homes in South Ashland have been refreshed with renovations.
A Craftsman style home in South Ashland features a raw wood exterior.
A Craftsman style home in South Ashland features a raw wood exterior.
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Environmental emphasis in TRAILS Outdoor School curriculum

Students in this area are zoned for the Ashland School District, which receives an overall A-minus rating from Niche. “There are quite a few younger families who come here for the schools,” Vaughan says. Kindergarten through fifth-grade students can attend either Walker Elementary or Bellview Elementary School, depending on their address. Students might then head to Ashland Middle and Ashland High School; all schools within the district also receive A-minus Niche scores. TRAILS Outdoor School has a lottery-based admissions process and serves kindergarten through eighth grade; this institution emphasizes the arts and the environment in its curriculum, and teachers regularly hold classes outside in nature. At Southern Oregon University, students can pursue more than 35 areas of study and degrees. The university’s award-winning performing arts programs have yielded many successful graduates with notable careers in television and film, including Ty Burrell and Kim Rhodes.

Ashland Middle School offers extracurricular activities for South Ashland students to enjoy.
Ashland Middle School offers extracurricular activities for South Ashland students to enjoy.
Ashland High School offers South Ashland students several sport programs to engage in.
Ashland High School offers South Ashland students several sport programs to engage in.
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Walking to neighborhood parks

Most people who live in South Ashland can walk to one of several neighborhood parks. Pet owners can take their dogs for a walk at Sherwood Park, a quarter-acre outdoor space with a bocce ball court, a swing set and shaded picnic benches. Down the road is Clay Street Park, a 4-acre area with additional dog-friendly green spaces, picnic tables, a playground and a community garden. The 1-acre Garden Way Park also has a playground and grassy open field and is situated between the First Presbyterian Church of Ashland and the Ashland Seventh-Day Adventist Church, two of the neighborhood’s religious institutions. “People also go to Emigrant Lake, which is about 10 minutes away – when it’s warm out, you can go swimming or paddling there,” Vaughan says.

A group of South Ashland mothers enjoy harmonizing their homeland song while their kids play.
A group of South Ashland mothers enjoy harmonizing their homeland song while their kids play.
Bright pink crepe myrtle blossoms highlight the pathway in South Ashland.
Bright pink crepe myrtle blossoms highlight the pathway in South Ashland.
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Siskiyou Boulevard runs through the neighborhood

Residents can drive approximately 2 miles on Siskiyou Boulevard into Ashland’s downtown area. Cyclists in South Ashland can access the city’s Central Bike Path that lines the boulevard. Commuters also have proximity to Interstate 5, a major West Coast thoroughfare that runs along the city’s outskirts. The Rogue Valley Transportation District operates two bus routes that travel through this neighborhood and have stops along the boulevard and Ashland Street. The Rogue Valley International Medford Airport is a 19-mile drive away and offers over a dozen direct flights to cities across the western United States. The Asante Ashland Community Hospital offers 24-hour emergency services and is located 3 miles away along Siskiyou Boulevard.

Mountain biking is a big part of the South Ashland.
Mountain biking is a big part of the South Ashland.
A couple of South Ashland friends enjoy their ride along the Siskiyou Boulevard.
A couple of South Ashland friends enjoy their ride along the Siskiyou Boulevard.
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Breakfast at Morning Glory Cafe

Most of South Ashland’s shopping and dining options are located at the intersection of Ashland Street and the Siskiyou Boulevard. Here, residents can grab their weekly groceries from Market of Choice Ashland, browse discount household items at Dollar Tree or sit down for a meal at The Great American Pizza Company. Across from the Southern Oregon University campus are several other local restaurants, including a sandwich shop called Sammich and Morning Glory Café, a popular breakfast and lunch spot that’s served patrons its signature omelets, French Toast and pancake since 1998. “My favorite coffee shop is called Case Coffee Roasters; they have two locations in Ashland, and one is right by the university,” Vaughan says.

Morning Glory Cafe in South Ashland is the perfect stop for a hearty breakfast.
Morning Glory Cafe in South Ashland is the perfect stop for a hearty breakfast.
South Ashland friends meet every Thursday morning for breakfast at Morning Glory Cafe.
South Ashland friends meet every Thursday morning for breakfast at Morning Glory Cafe.
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Risk of wildfire in South Ashland

The Rogue Valley region’s vast forests and dry climate create are prone to wildfires, and all of Ashland is at an elevated risk of being affected by one. Properties throughout the city are built with fire-resistant construction materials, and free home assessments to evaluate fire risk are provided through Ashland Fire & Rescue’s Fire Adapted Communities program. South Ashland itself is home to one of the city’s two Fire & Rescue Stations.

The city of Ashland provides a community garden for South Ashland residents to enjoy.
The city of Ashland provides a community garden for South Ashland residents to enjoy.
South Ashland residents can start a new book from this unique Little Free Library.
South Ashland residents can start a new book from this unique Little Free Library.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Rogue Valley International - Medford

26 min drive

Bus

Ashland And Walker

Bus

Tolman Creek Rd - South Of Dianne St

Bus

Siskiyou Blvd - South Of Normal Ave

Bus

Ashland St - East Of Park St

Bus

Siskiyou Blvd - North Of Harmony Ln

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Ashland St - East Of Lit Wy

Bus

Siskiyou And Bellview

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime South Ashland US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$502,500
Median Single Family Price
$507,500
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$274,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$400,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$309
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Last 12 months Home Sales
34
Months of Supply
2.80
Median List Price
$519,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,017
Median Year Built
1971
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,675
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,958
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,057
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    12 - 2pm

    626 Park St, Ashland, OR 97520

    $450,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,700 Sq Ft
    • 626 Park St
    • New 1 day ago

    Spacious and modern cottage-style Ashland home! This home is centrally located near all south Ashland has to offer, while enjoying the privacy of the back corner of a flag lot. The charming front porch leads into an expansive living area that's overflowing with natural light, with windows on every wall and a large skylight. Vaulted ceilings and an open layout make the space feel even more

    Michael Kerlinger John L. Scott Medford

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
3,588
Median Age
42
Population under 18
19.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.4%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$58,773
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$83,922

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.9%
College Graduates
63.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.2%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
19''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
8''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

79 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

75 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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