Northgate, a neighborhood in Salem, features a variety of midcentury homes primarily from the 1950s and 1960s, including ranch-style houses, cottages, and minimal traditional homes. These modest homes average 1,335 square feet and are situated on streets with sidewalks, driveways, and attached garages, with mature trees adding seasonal color. Northgate offers several recreational options, such as the 4-acre Northgate Park with a basketball court, splash pad, playground, soccer fields, and shaded walking paths. The nearby Kroc Center provides a range of activities, including swimming pools, a rock climbing wall, an NBA-sized gym, and fitness classes. For things to do, residents can visit Northgate Bowl, Don Froylan Creamery, and Lum Yuen Restaurant. Grocery shopping is convenient with stores like Safeway, Walmart, and Que Huong Oriental Foods nearby. Lancaster Drive, east of the neighborhood, features a major shopping corridor with national retailers and Willamette Town Center. Community events, such as the Fun Friday Social at Northgate Park, foster a strong sense of community. Northgate is well-connected with thoroughfares like Portland Road and Silverton Road leading to downtown Salem, 3.5 miles away, and Interstate 5 providing access to the Willamette Valley. Public transit is available via Cherriots bus routes, and bike lanes and sidewalks support walking and cycling. While the local schools have average ratings, North Salem High School offers specialized programs in engineering technology, cabinetmaking, culinary arts, JROTC, and International Baccalaureate programs.
