Lowell, OR

Lowell is a city located in the state of Oregon. It is the county seat of Marion County and has a population of about 97,000 people. The city was founded in 1857 and became a major center for the lumber industry. Today, Lowell is home to several businesses and organizations, including the University of Oregon, which has a campus there.

Real estate in Lowell is generally expensive compared to other areas of Oregon. The median sale price for homes in Lowell was $269,500 in 2016, which was more than double the statewide median sale price of $116,500 that year. The average home size in Lowell is 1,827 square feet, which is smaller than the statewide average size of 2,134 square feet. There are also fewer homes available for sale in Lowell than there are elsewhere in Oregon. In 2016 there were only 556 homes available for sale compared to 1,542 homes available statewide that year.

Despite these factors, many people still choose to live in Lowell because it offers many amenities not found elsewhere in Oregon. For example, residents have access to excellent schools and healthcare facilities. Additionally, Lowell has plenty of shopping options and plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking and biking trails that can be enjoyed by residents and visitors alike.