Best Areas to Live in Silverton
Silverton's real character splits between its historic in-town downtown core -- home to the murals and walkable Main Street -- and the newer, higher-end Abiqua Heights/Abiqua Creek corridor on the town's outskirts.
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Learn moreSilverton's historic downtown core
Silverton's historic downtown carries real, genuine mural-and-Main-Street character, anchored by the Silverton Mural Society's 30+ public murals and walkable access to local shops and the Oregon Garden -- a real, distinct feel worth experiencing directly before choosing a specific area.
Quieter, entry-level residential streets
Entry-level buyers found homes in the $400,000-$450,000 range on quieter residential streets away from the immediate downtown core -- a genuinely more affordable option within Silverton itself.
Abiqua Heights and the Abiqua Creek corridor
Premium neighborhoods like Abiqua Heights and the Abiqua Creek corridor pushed well past $700,000 for custom builds on larger parcels -- a genuinely different, higher-end option for buyers prioritizing space and newer construction over downtown walkability.
Key takeaways
- Silverton's historic downtown core carries real, genuine mural-and-Main-Street walkable character.
- Quieter residential streets offer a genuinely more affordable $400,000-$450,000 entry-level option.
- Abiqua Heights and the Abiqua Creek corridor offer premium, $700,000+ custom-build properties on larger parcels.
- Silverton's real character varies meaningfully by specific sub-area -- confirm directly for any address under consideration.
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