Towns near Eugene

[sarahkate_m]

If I had it to do over again (moving to the Willamette Valley) I think I'd move to Junction City or Pleasant Hill. Acreage: you can have chickens, horses, whatever. Not too far from town (Eugene). Away from it all.

[ditchlights]

We've enjoyed living in Creswell for the last 3 years. It's an easy 12 mile romp up the I-5 North to Eugene and Springfield or 8 miles south to Cottage Grove. It's got a small town feel (4800 pop.) and rural areas. The downsides are that there is very little in the way of entertainment and dining, and utilities (particularly water) are fairly steep. Houses are a little less money, so there is a tradeoff. But once again, you are a short trip from most anything one could need. Politically, it sounds like it may fit your needs as well.

[IloveOC]

I am curious as to what stores and things they have available in Creswell now. It was so long ago when I lived there - we had Walkups market and I think it had a soda fountain and grill. There also was a small diner where I worked as a waitress while in my senior year. But I think my aunt did most her shopping in Creswell. We didn't go to Eugene too often - only once in awhile to shop for clothes because Creswell didn't have much in clothing then. It was totally different than living in Southern California, but I loved the small town atmosphere. I would love to find some photo's of the main street of town from way back then.