South Eugene Neighborhood Guide Eugene, OR
About
South Eugene is an appealing neighborhood in Eugene, Oregon known for its lush greenery, beautiful homes, and easily accessible amenities. Popular roads like Willamette Street and 18th Avenue provide quick access to local shops, cafes, and businesses. The University of Oregon is located to the north, adding vibrant student life to the neighborhood. Proximity to the Ridgeline Trail system adds an incredible recreational opportunity for hiking and biking lovers.
What You Will Love About South Eugene, Eugene, Oregon
- The close proximity to the University of Oregon adds a lively, youthful energy to the neighborhood.
- Quick and easy access to shopping, dining, and outdoor activities via major local roads.
- The abundant green spaces and trails, particularly the stunning Ridgeline Trail, offer ample opportunities for outdoor exploration.
What’s Nearby
South Eugene is located near the heart of downtown Eugene, where cultural landmarks, entertainment venues, and shopping centers abound. Attractions like the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art and Alton Baker Park are easy to reach and enrich the neighborhood's leisure offerings.
The Rental Market
Over the past year, the rental market in South Eugene has remained fairly stable. The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment is around $1,695. Prices vary, with the least expensive average rent being $1,450 and the highest average reaching $2,275.
Rental Price Stability
With a standard deviation of $194.68, the rental prices in South Eugene have shown moderate stability. Most rentals are within a reasonable range of the average price, with few extreme highs or lows.
Lifestyle
South Eugene offers a diverse lifestyle where both urban amenities and natural wonders exist in harmony. It's a place where students, professionals, and families enjoy a vibrant community life filled with recreational options, cultural experiences, and convenient city living. Its close proximity to the university and downtown adds an extra layer of vibrancy to the area.
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Rental Trends in South Eugene
| Studio | 1 Bed | 2 Beds | ||||||||||
| Sep 2023 | Oct 2023 | Nov 2023 | Dec 2023 | Jan 2024 | Feb 2024 | Mar 2024 | Apr 2024 | May 2024 | Jun 2024 | Jul 2024 | Aug 2024 | Sep 2024 |
| $1325 | $1325 | $1325 | $1427 | $1395 | $1165 | $1465 | $1465 | $1465 | $1395 | $1525 | $1430 | $1430 |
| $1595 | $1595 | $1595 | $1595 | $1695 | $1495 | $1495 | $1695 | $1195 | $1195 | $1195 | $1295 | $1295 |
| $1995 | $1995 | $1995 | $1895 | $2195 | $1795 | $1795 | $1595 | $1395 | $1195 | $2295 | $1995 | $1395 |
Explore the Neighborhood
There are 470 restaurants, 62 grocery stores, and 55 parks within a mile of the South Eugene neighborhood.
AlbertsonsRetail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.2 miles
3075 Hilyard St
- Vishnu India Imports
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.5 miles
135 E 29th Ave
- Long's Meat Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Butcher, Grocery Store, Meat and Seafood Store
•0.7 miles
81 E 28th Ave
- Safeway
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.7 miles
350 E 40th Ave
- Herbal Junction
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Herbs and Spices Store
•0.8 miles
50 E 25th Ave
- Sundance Wine Cellars
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Liquor Store, Wine Store
•0.9 miles
2441 Hilyard St
- Jiffy Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Gourmet Store, Liquor Store
•0.1 miles
3443 Hilyard St
- Albertsons
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.2 miles
3075 Hilyard St
- Vishnu India Imports
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.5 miles
135 E 29th Ave
- GNC
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Health Food Store
•0.6 miles
2866 Willamette St
- Liquor Stores
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•0.6 miles
2866 Willamette St
- Long's Meat Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Butcher, Grocery Store, Meat and Seafood Store
•0.7 miles
81 E 28th Ave
Cafe Med EugeneDining and Drinking, Restaurant, Italian Restaurant
•0.1 miles
3443 Hilyard St
- Bruno's Chef's Kitchen
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, American Restaurant, Fast Food Restaurant, Modern European Restaurant
•0.1 miles
3443 Hilyard St
- Tradewinds Café & Catering Co.
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Greek Restaurant, Mediterranean Restaurant, Sandwich Spot
•0.1 miles
3443 Hilyard St
- Mazzi's
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Pizzeria, Italian Restaurant
•0.1 miles
3377 E Amazon Dr
- Provisions South
Dining and Drinking, Cafe, Coffee, and Tea House, Coffee Shop, Restaurant, Sandwich Spot
•0.2 miles
747 E 32nd Ave
- Raw Love
Business and Professional Services, Food and Beverage Service, Caterer, Dining and Drinking, Snack Place
•0.3 miles
3575 Donald St
Dari MartRetail, Convenience Store
•0.1 miles
3425 Hilyard St
- Amazon Organics
Retail, Cannabis Store, Drugstore
•0.1 miles
3443 Hilyard St
- Linda's Paws-N-Claws Dog & Cat Grooming
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Grooming Service, Pet Sitting and Boarding Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.1 miles
3443 Hilyard St
- Bare Bones Dog Wash
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Grooming Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.1 miles
3365 E Amazon Dr
- Albertsons Pharmacy
Retail, Drugstore
•0.2 miles
3075 Hilyard St
- 7-Eleven
Retail, Convenience Store
•0.6 miles
2895 Willamette St
Tugman ParkLandmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.3 miles
3666 Hilyard St
- Amazon Dog Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Dog Park, Urban Park
•0.4 miles
Amazon Parkway
- Amazon Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Playground
•0.5 miles
2700 Hilyard St
- Eugene Adaptive Recreation
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Playground
•0.7 miles
2580 Hilyard St
- Spencer Butte
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.7 miles
85385 S Willamette St
- Wayne Morse Family Farm
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.9 miles
595 Crest Dr
The Potters Quarter Co.Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery, Retail
•0.7 miles
2848 Willamette St
- The Very Little Theatre
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Music Venue, Theater
•1.0 mile
2350 Hilyard St
- Daniels Family Pottery and Bnb
Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery
•1.1 miles
2740 Madison St
- Flicks & Pics Etc
Arts and Entertainment, Movie Theater
•1.2 miles
2777 Friendly St
- Rev. Joanna Bartlett
Arts and Entertainment, Psychic and Astrologer
•1.3 miles
2075 Charnelton St
- Girl Circus
Arts and Entertainment
•1.4 miles
2630 Adams St
JC's LaundryBusiness and Professional Services, Laundromat
•0.1 miles
3443 Hilyard St
- South Hills Salon and Spa
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.1 miles
3443 Hilyard St
- Linda's Paws-N-Claws Dog & Cat Grooming
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Grooming Service, Pet Sitting and Boarding Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.1 miles
3443 Hilyard St
- Spin City Laundry
Business and Professional Services, Laundry Service
•0.1 miles
3443 Hilyard St
- Bare Bones Dog Wash
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Grooming Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.1 miles
3365 E Amazon Dr
Balance Veterinary CareHealth and Medicine, Veterinarian
•0.1 miles
3469 Hilyard St
Yoga with DonnaSports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Yoga Studio
•0.2 miles
3525 High St
- Yoga West
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Yoga Studio
•0.2 miles
3635 Hilyard St
- Eugene Yoga
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Yoga Studio
•0.3 miles
3575 Donald St
Tamarack Aquatic ProgramSports and Recreation, Water Sports, Swimming, Swimming Pool
•0.3 miles
3575 Donald St
- Bodies by Pilates
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Pilates Studio
•0.3 miles
3575 Donald St
- City of Eugene Recreation Services
Sports and Recreation, Water Sports, Swimming, Swimming Pool
•0.5 miles
2700 Hilyard St
Mulligans PubDining and Drinking, Bar, Karaoke Bar
•0.6 miles
2841 Willamette St
- The Flying Squirrel
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Sports Bar, Restaurant, American Restaurant, Salad Restaurant
•0.6 miles
49 W 29th Ave
- Viking Braggot Company Southtowne
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Beer Bar, Brewery, Restaurant, Pizzeria
•0.9 miles
2490 Willamette St
- Hai Ki Aiki Center
Dining and Drinking, Bar
•0.9 miles
2489 Portland St
- The Pub At Laurelwood
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar, Lounge, Restaurant, American Restaurant
•1.0 mile
2700 Columbia St
- Tancho Images
Dining and Drinking, Bar
•1.3 miles
2360 Spring Blvd
IsmtCommunity and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.3 miles
3575 Donald St
- Hilyard Community Center
Community and Government, Community Center
•0.7 miles
2580 Hilyard St
- Strawberry Patch Preschool
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•1.1 miles
680 W 27th Ave
- Seedlings Preschool
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•1.5 miles
2251 Monroe St
- University Of Oregon Library
Community and Government, Library
•1.6 miles
1501 Kincaid St
- Knight Library
Community and Government, Library
•1.6 miles
1501 Kincaid St
- Eugene Urgent Care
Health and Medicine, Urgent Care Center
•0.7 miles
2710 Willamette St
- Serenity Lane
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•1.5 miles
616 E 16th Ave
- Eugene Fire & EMS Department Station 13
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Fire Station
•1.6 miles
1695 Agate St
- Department Of Public Safety
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•1.7 miles
1319 E 15th Ave
- PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center University District
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•1.8 miles
1255 Hilyard St
- Peacehealth
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•1.8 miles
1255 Hilyard St
South Eugene Apartments and Rentals
177 Rental properties in South Eugene, Eugene, OR.
Cost of Living
| Category | Compare to State Avg. | Compare to National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| housing | 10.7% | 23.6% |
| utilities | 1.4% | 6% |
| food | 1.2% | 7.2% |
| transportation | 10.7% | 10.7% |
| healthcare | 4.2% | 4.9% |
South Eugene Demographics
South Eugene Reviews
Noise Late At Night
No
Say 8 of 8 renters
Area Has Litter
No
Say 8 of 8 renters
Near Schools
Yes
Say 8 of 8 renters
Good Place To Raise A Family
Yes
Say 8 of 8 renters
Near Grocery Stores
Yes
Say 7 of 8 renters
Area Has Potholes
No
Say 7 of 8 renters
South Eugene Transportation
Somewhat Walkable
Very Bikeable
Some Transit
Apex Systems
Other
1685 Lorane Hwy
Eugene Transit Station
Bus Stop
1084 Willamette St
LTD EmX Hilyard Station
Bus Stop
E 11TH Ave
Source: foursquare.com
Eugene Transit Station
Bus Stop
1084 Willamette St
LTD EmX Hilyard Station
Bus Stop
E 11TH Ave
LTD EmX Bay U at Eugene Station
Bus Stop
W 11TH Ave
Source: foursquare.com
Apex Systems
Other
1685 Lorane Hwy
Lane Transit District-City Bus
Other
1080 Willamette St
Source: foursquare.com
South Eugene Schools
- 9/10
Camas Ridge Community Elementary School
Grades K-5 • Public
- 5/10
Grades 6-8 • Public
- 7/10
Grades 6-8 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Far Horizons Montessori School
Grades PK-5 • Private
- NRNo Rating
Grades PK-8 • Private
- 8/10
Grades K-8 • Charter
- 2/10
Grades 7-12 • Charter