The Laurel Springs neighborhood is easy to miss as it is nestled between River Road South and Candalaria. The neighborhood is accessible from River Road or through Candalaria. Developed mostly in the 1970s and later, the architecture is representative of the 1970s architecture – multi-level homes, split levels, and regular ranch styles tend to dominate. For home buyers looking for a contemporary home, Laurel Springs is a potential bet.
A Laurel Springs neighborhood home
The Laurel Springs neighborhood in south Salem Oregon is a well-established area of homes. Lush and mature landscaping are characteristic of the neighborhood. Tree-lined streets are filled with glorious fall colors. A few of the streets have a canopy so lush that the trees are almost touching each other from across the street. People choose to live in Laurel Springs for the larger lots, good-sized homes, easy access downtown off River Rd, and solid south Salem schools. Homes in this neighborhood tend to be priced in the $475,000 to $825,000 range. A home that needs a lot of work will be purchased at lower price points.
Close to Minto-Brown Island Park, Salem Golf Club, and amenities in Salem, Laurel Springs is one of those neighborhoods where residents stay for a long time. Due to its great location, large lots, and well-maintained homes, it is a desirable area to live. It is also close to one of Salem’s more popular cafes, French Press Coffee and Crepes.
Neighborhood Life in the Laurel Springs Neighborhood
While not exactly what most people would consider within walking distance, Laurel Springs is close to French Press, Ventis, Acme Cafe, Whisky Brown, Lively Station, as well as Roths Grocery store, and Lifesource. It is close to Minto Brown Island Park for easy access to walking paths and the off leash of park. The Croison Scenic Trail also dead ends in the neighborhood offering another easy-to-access city hiking trail as well.
The Salem Golf Club, and the Courthouse Athletic Club are both close by for those looking for racquetball, a swimming pool, fitness and golfing options. The neighborhood feeds into Candalaria, Leslie MS, and South Salem High, which is a desirable school feeder system.
