Ashland

Ashland is a city found at the southern part of the majestic Rogue Valley in Oregon. People from all walks of life come here to enjoy the rich heritage and the art, theatre, and music scenes, but they stay for the hospitality and friendly, small-town vibe.

The area’s mild climate is also a major draw for those looking for a new place to call home. Ashland has mostly sunny days while still having four distinct seasons.

The city is a beloved tourist destination, as well as a great college town thanks to Southern Oregon University. This unique combination gives residents of Ashland access to a mix of amenities like beautiful parks and world-class restaurants.

More about the City of Ashland

• Ashland was originally named Ashland Mills after Ohio’s Ashland County and another town named Ashland in Kentucky.
• The city’s geography adds to the area’s charm. Nestled at the base of the Siskiyou and Cascade mountain ranges, Ashland has an elevation of almost 2,000 feet.
• The Ashland School District is made up of seven schools:
  • Ashland High School
  • Ashland Middle School
  • Bellview Elementary
  • Helman Elementary
  • Walker Elementary
  • John Muir School
  • Willow Wind Community Learning Center
• The city strongly encourages the use of green energies to realize a sustainable future.
• Ashland is home to a number of industries – from an emerging health care sector to technology innovators, from filmmakers to food and beverage artisans.

Real estate in Ashland

It’s easy to find the home of your dreams in Ashland with the variety of available real estate. From simple starter homes to exquisite turn-key estates, there are outstanding properties that await homebuyers.

You’ll find beautiful single-family homes with spacious living spaces and updated interiors. Some residential properties sit on large acreage to give homeowners the utmost peace and privacy.

Homes come in various architectural styles with the most popular being Contemporary, Craftsman, Ranch, Colonial, and Cottage. There are also charming custom properties with artistic and timeless qualities. Exteriors are usually made of wood, stone, or stucco.

Typical home amenities include a hot tub or spa, gourmet kitchen, hardwood floors, high ceilings, and large bedrooms. There is also an emphasis on indoor/outdoor living with properties featuring patios and decks to take advantage of the beautiful Ashland environment.

Or, look for homes that offer spectacular views of the city and the surrounding mountains and valleys.

For those looking to build the home of their dreams from the ground up, multi-acre lots are available as well. You can also find land for sale in desirable locations like hilltops and scenic riverfronts.

The options don’t stop there. You can check out rental properties that also serve as investment opportunities. Consider the possibilities of horse properties or farms with lush grounds and facilities like a barn, pens, pastures, and more.

Some of the most desirable Ashland neighborhoods include:

• North Main Street
• Scenic Drive
• Tolman Creek Road
• Siskiyou Boulevard
• Pinehurst
• Climax
• City Center
• East Main Street
• Ashland Street

Living in Ashland

Arts, music, and cultural offerings

Ashland has been called a cultural hot spot, famous for its thriving culinary, arts, music, and theater scenes. The city stages elaborate theater productions, film festivals, and other arts and culture events.

It has also been ranked as one of the best small art towns in America according to America for the Arts, a nonprofit focused on building and supporting the arts in the US.

The city is home to the Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF), one of the most celebrated cultural events in the country. The festival attracts around 400,000 visitors during its run and stages around 780 performances every year.

The elaborate productions of Shakespeare’s works, as well as plays from other notable writers are the centerpiece of the Festival, which is staged in various locations including an open air Elizabethan theater. The season runs from May until the end of October.

Aside from the OSF, Ashland is also home to the Oregon Stageworks theatre company, the New Plays Festival, and the Southern Oregon Film Society’s annual Ashland Independent Film Festival.

Visit the Schneider Museum of Art and the Ashland Art Center to view exhibits and attend related events.

Residents and visitors alike can enjoy a number of culinary festivals like Taste of Ashland, Oregon Chocolate Festival, Brews and Boogie, and the Oregon Honey Festival.

To experience the best live music in the city, catch a performance during the Chamber Music Concerts series featuring ensembles from all around the world.

Outdoor recreation

With Ashland sitting at the base of the Siskiyou and Cascade mountain ranges and near the Mt. Ashland Ski Area, the city offers some of the best outdoor activities all year round.

The city has a well-developed parks system with 785 acres of parkland and 41 miles of trail. There are plenty of connected green open spaces found throughout Ashland. You can go everywhere by walking or biking.

Lithia Park is one of the city’s best, all 100 acres of it located in Downtown Ashland. Designed by John McClaren, the park features elegant landscaping, plenty of walking paths, tennis courts, playgrounds, and picnic areas. Lithia Park is also close to large undeveloped woodlands, beautiful groves of sycamore trees, and natural duck ponds.

If you’re looking for a more active outdoor activity, hop on your bike and just go. Cycling is so popular in the city there’s even an annual cycle event in July called Up and Down Ashland.

Explore the city’s parks and historic neighborhoods via easily accessible bike paths and routes.

Challenge yourself and take on the 55-mile Cascade Siskiyou Scenic Bikeway. Experienced mountain bikers and gravel riders can test their skills at the single-track whoop-de-doo that starts at the top of Mount Ashland.

If you want to learn more about Ashland, Oregon and your real estate options in the area, get in touch with us at Ashland Homes Real Estate. Give us a call today at 1-541-482-0044 or send an email to info(at)ashlandhomes(dotted)com.