Woodburn : Oregon
Living a Golf Lifestyle in Woodburn, Oregon
There are two golf courses in the town of Woodburn, including the Oregon Golf Association's golf course. That makes it a good place where golfers can find a game. It is also known for the Woodburn dragstrip . The annual tulip festival is one of the big events of the year. Photo of tulip festival courtesy of Wikipedia and Kkmd. Photo of Settlmeir House courtesy of Wikipedia and Andrew Parodi.
Where to Retire in Woodburn and Home Prices
There are a number of active adult communities in the area. Tukwila, the area surrounding the public championship golf course, supports a more up-scale community of both younger families and retired folks. Woodburn Country Estates is a retirement community with a golf course. Zillow reports the median home value was $399,812, in early 2022.
What Is Special about Woodburn
Woodburn is located in the picturesque Willamette valley, with beautiful views of Mount Hood. Both Portland and Salem are within easy driving distance (20-30min), and housing costs are significantly cheaper. The yearly tulip festival and Octoberfest nearby are big tourist attractions.
What Is Not Special about Woodburn
Traffic during the tulip festival and Octoberfest.
Climate and Physical Environment
January average temperature is 40 degrees and July's average is about 70 degrees.
Restaurants & Cultural Scene
The Jesse H. Settlemier House is a museum located on Settlemier Avenue. The World's Berry Center Museum was founded in the early 1980s; plays are occasionally put on in the museum.
Crime
Woodburn's crime rate is a little over half of the national average.
Medical Facilities
There are medical facilities in Woodburn.
Transportation
The closest airport is 45 miles away in Portland.
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