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Northgate

Northgate

Suburban Neighborhood in Salem, Oregon

Marion County 97301, 97303

$360,192 Average Value
$293 Average Price per Sq Ft
8 Homes For Sale

Conveniently located established neighborhood in north Salem

Northgate is an expansive mixed-use neighborhood in north Salem, and is home to the city’s oldest neighborhood association. The area is full of residential and industrial properties, with a few local shops and restaurants thrown in as well. While the neighborhood association and the North Gateway Redevelopment Advisory Board help build camaraderie with residents, the accessibility of Northgate is the main draw. “We save an hour a day. Shopping, schools, major streets—everything is walkable,” says Jose Gonzalez, the principal broker at Tu Casa Real Estate with over 20 years of experience. The neighborhood is located along major roads like Interstate 5 and Silverton Road, offering easy access throughout Salem and the Willamette Valley. Streets are lined with sidewalks for walkable trips to daily essentials, and several bus routes serve the community.

International flavors at local Northgate businesses

While much of the neighborhood is industrial, the area southeast of Portland Road has plenty of local businesses. Northgate Bowl is a local bowling alley with 24 lanes and a video arcade for family-friendly fun. Don Froylan Creamery makes Mexican-style cheese and has won several awards for its queso fresco and hand-stretched queso Oaxaca. The family-owned shop has a quesadilla bar offering dishes with various toppings. Just down the street, Lum Yuen Restaurant serves a broad menu of Chinese and American food with fresh ingredients. Groceries are available at nearby stores like Safeway and Walmart. Que Huong Oriental Foods sells Asian groceries and gifts. East of the neighborhood, Lancaster Drive is a major shopping corridor with national retailers and a large indoor mall at Willamette Town Center.

Don Froylan Creamery is notorious for their quesadillas and cheeses in Northgate.
Don Froylan Creamery is notorious for their quesadillas and cheeses in Northgate.
Lum Yuen Restaurant is a unique eatery with Chinese and American cuisine in Northgate.
Lum Yuen Restaurant is a unique eatery with Chinese and American cuisine in Northgate.
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Bringing neighbors together for Northgate community events

Northgate residents pride themselves on community, and the neighborhood association hosts regular potlucks, door-decorating holiday contests and book giveaways for children. A local favorite is the summer Fun Friday Social held by the Hallman-Northgate Family Council at Northgate Park. “This was to bring families and people together,” Gonzalez says. “About 500 people show up every Friday in July for free food, and it’s a resource fair. Salem Police Department is there with their puppy, and all organizations that serve families are present. You’re not going to see an event like this anywhere else.” In addition to free food, the event includes games, activities and giveaways.

Modest midcentury homes in north Salem

Northgate has lots of midcentury homes from the 1950s and 1960s. Most of these are ranch-style houses, but there are also some cottages and minimal traditional homes. The houses in the community are modest, with an average size of 1,335 square feet, lower than the national average of 1,930 square feet. They sit on streets lined with sidewalks and usually have driveways and attached garages. Mature trees sporadically dot the landscape, providing shade in the summer and pops of color in the fall. Most homes cost between $200,000 and $450,000. Buyers should know that the neighborhood has a CAP Index crime score of 8 out of 10, higher than the national average of 4.

This newer ranch-style home has a custom front and garage doors in Northgate.
This newer ranch-style home has a custom front and garage doors in Northgate.
Some of the older ranch-style homes have separated 2-car garage doors in Northgate.
Some of the older ranch-style homes have separated 2-car garage doors in Northgate.
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Staying active at outdoor and indoor facilities in Northgate

Northgate has multiple recreation options, including the 4-acre Northgate Park. Residents can shoot hoops on the basketball court or bring the kids to the splash pad and playground. The park also has soccer fields, shaded walking paths and a stage for hosting events. The Kroc Center is a nearby community center offering various activities. The facility has two swimming pools, a 33-foot rock climbing wall, an NBA-sized gym and a fitness center. Members can take classes focusing on fitness, aquatics, arts and more. The center also has year-round day camps for when kids are out of school.

The Climbing Wall at The Kroc Center in the Northgate Neighborhood in Salem, OR.
The Climbing Wall at The Kroc Center in the Northgate Neighborhood in Salem, OR.
Join a basketball game at Northgate Park.
Join a basketball game at Northgate Park.
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Local schools preparing Northgate students for the future

Students in Northgate might attend Hallman Elementary School, rated a C by Niche, and Waldo Middle School, rated a C-minus. North Salem High School gets a C and serves approximately 2,200 students. The school offers career and technical education classes in engineering technology, cabinetmaking and culinary arts. It also has a JROTC program and International Baccalaureate programs. North Salem is also known for its band, which has won several awards and competitions.

North Salem High School is one of the top schools in the area.
North Salem High School is one of the top schools in the area.
Waldo Middle School provides a safe, positive, and nurturing environment for students
Waldo Middle School provides a safe, positive, and nurturing environment for students
Educational opportunities abound at Hallman Elementary School.
Educational opportunities abound at Hallman Elementary School.
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Plenty of ways to drive, walk or bus around the city

Northgate is a well-connected neighborhood with several thoroughfares nearby. Portland Road and Silverton Road each lead west into downtown, about 3.5 miles away. Salem Hospital is about 4 miles from the neighborhood via Portland Road. Nearby Interstate 5 connects the neighborhood to the rest of the Willamette Valley, offering a 43-mile drive north to Portland. There are bike lanes on Hawthorne Avenue, Portland Road and Hyacinth Street, and sidewalks on many neighborhood roads for those who prefer walking. Cherriots bus routes 3, 11, 13 and 23 serve the community, offering public transit access to downtown, the Kroc Center and Chemeketa Community College. Much of the industrial properties in the neighborhood are warehouses and business parks, offering easy access to local jobs.

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Northgate US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 8 4
Assault with Weapon 8 4
Robbery 8 4
Burglary 9 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 10 4
Larceny 7 4
Crime Score 8 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$378,000
Median Single Family Price
$389,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$293
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Last 12 months Home Sales
37
Months of Supply
2.60
Median List Price
$389,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
808
Median Year Built
1962
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,333
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
858
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
650
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
7,030
Median Age
32
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.3%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.7%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$34,801
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$47,156

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
67.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
10.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.3%
% Population in Labor Force
57.6%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
35°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

29 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

36 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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