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Easy commutes and access to recreation in a south Salem community
The major thoroughfares surrounding the established Faye Wright neighborhood make it easy for residents to enjoy features within their community, as well as everything that the rest of Salem has to offer. “It was built out in the 1960s and has very good-sized lots. Most homes are within walking distance of the elementary school,” says Gladys Blum, the principal broker of Blum Real Estate with over forty years of experience. “There’s a nice park in there, so the convenience would be good. It’s close to shopping, so it’s a great location.” Neighborhood green spaces like Woodmansee Park and Wendy Kroger Park are within reach for most homeowners, while local schools are centered in the heart of the community. Roads like Commercial Street, Liberty Road and Kuebler Boulevard surround the neighborhood, making it easy to get around the city.
The tip of the triangle that forms Faye Wright splits Commercial St and Liberty RD.
Quiet streets and tall fir trees help make the Faye Wright neighborhood a serene place.
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Staying active and enjoying the outdoors in Faye Wright
While Salem has some large parks that attract visitors from all over the city, the green spaces in Faye Wright are primarily used by neighborhood residents. “They’re mostly parks where people living in the neighborhood walk to, rather than a destination that people drive,” says Erin Garibay, a broker with HomeSmart Realty Group who has sold multiple homes in the neighborhood. “They’re where people go walking or walk their dogs. Some of them have playgrounds where families congregate.” Woodmansee Park is a 30-acre green space with several activities, including a basketball court, pickleball and tennis courts and walking paths. The park also has a nine-hole disc golf course set among tall Oregon white oaks and Douglas firs. Wendy Kroger Park is a smaller spot that packs a lot into its space. Residents can bring a basketball to shoot hoops, bring the kids for time on the playground or enjoy a stroll around the park’s paths.
For more activity in the neighborhood, Salem Tennis & Swim is a local club that offers a variety of activities. The club has five indoor and six outdoor tennis courts and member privileges at other outdoor courts in the city. Three outdoor pickleball courts are covered during the winter for year-round play. The club’s pro shop offers racquet stringing and a selection of tennis shoes and accessories. For those interested in swimming, the club has a heated outdoor swimming pool and a splash pad. Members can take individual or group lessons, and kids can compete on the youth swim team.
Hillview Park is one of many parks found in Faye Wright neighborhood.
Hillview Park's gazebo is a great spot for a picnic in Faye Wright neighborhood.
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Midcentury homes in an established south Salem neighborhood
Most homes in Faye Wright are midcentury ranch-style houses set on suburban streets. Sidewalks and mature, leafy trees are common, offering walkability and shade over the front lawns. While single-level homes are prevalent, there are a few two-story houses in the neighborhood. Most of the new construction is duplexes and multi-family housing because the majority of single-family homes are from the 1960s and 1970s. Houses typically cost between $300,000 and $600,000. In the southeast corner of the neighborhood are some manufactured homes that cost between $65,000 and $115,000.
Contemporary homes are surrounded by the trees of the Faye Wright neighborhood.
New homes with mid-century modern stylings are popping up amongst the trees in Faye Wright.
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Local restaurants and entertainment surround the Faye Wright community
Commercial Street and Liberty Road surround the neighborhood on two of its three sides and have several shopping and dining options. La Hacienda Real is a local chain of colorful Mexican restaurants serving traditional dishes with homemade tortillas. McMenamins Thompson Brewery & Public House is a brewpub housed in a historic building, part of another regional chain. This spot is known for its house-made beer and bar food. Northern Lights Theatre Pub is a locally owned movie theater that shows first-run films with an expansive menu of snacks, sandwiches, beer and wine. Further north of the neighborhood, Downtown Salem is the heart of the city’s dining scene, with restaurants ranging from eclectic coffee shops and casual pizza taverns to fine dining establishments. Multiple supermarkets serve the neighborhood, including Roth’s Fresh Markets, Fred Meyer and WinCo Foods. Other nearby stores include Petco, Walgreens, Ace Hardware and Walmart.
So many taps can be found at Heroes Tap House in the Faye Wright neighborhood.
Roth's is where locals meet for coffee and doughnuts in the Faye Wright neighborhood.
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Renowned Salem schools in the heart of the neighborhood
Students in the neighborhood might attend Wright Elementary School, rated a B-plus by Niche. The school is named after Faye Wright, the first woman to serve on the school board in Salem. Judson Middle School and Sprague High School each receive B ratings. The high school serves approximately 1,800 students and offers career courses in automotive technology, computer-aided drafting and media production. Sprague is also known for its successful performing arts programs and championship-winning racquetball team.
Judson Middle School on Jones Rd SE welcomes students from the Faye Wright neighborhood.
Sprague High School welcomes students from many South Salem nieghborhoods.
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Major thoroughfares on all sides of Faye Wright
The roads surrounding the neighborhood provide easy access to the rest of Salem. Commercial Street leads 4.5 miles north to Downtown, while Kuebler Boulevard leads about 3.5 miles east to Interstate 5. Salem Hospital is about 4 miles north. Cherriots bus routes 8, 18 and 21 serve the neighborhood, offering public transit access to Downtown and areas south of the community. Nearby Salem-Willamette Valley Airport offers limited regional flights to Las Vegas and Los Angeles. More flight options are available at Portland International Airport, about 66 miles north on I-5.
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Parks in this Area
Fircrest Park
Sumpter School Park
Picnic Area
Tennis
Trails
Clark Creek Park
Woodmansee Park
Wendy Kroger Park
South Village Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Faye Wright
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
10,137
Median Age
40
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$65,105
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$77,848
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.7%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
36.5%
Advanced Degrees
14%
% Population in Labor Force
60.2%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
35°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
67/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
53/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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