From the breathtaking beauty of the Oregon coast filled with rugged cliffs and picturesque beaches to the lush Cascade Mountains and the royal blue waters of Crater Lake National Park, Oregon is truly one of the highlights of the Pacific Northwest. If Oregon sounds like a state to you, you may be interested in which city fits your budget. As of April, the median home sales price in Oregon was $504,900.
If that price doesn’t fit your budget, don’t worry. Redfin has collected eight of the most affordable locations in Oregon. And the best part is that they all have a median home selling price of less than $504,900. Dive in from Springfield to Salem and see the cities on your list.
#1: Medford
Median home price: $400,000
Average selling price per square foot: $254
Median household income: $65,647
Nearest Major Metro: Eugene (168 miles)
Medford, or a home for sale
Medford, or apartments for rent
The median home selling price is $400,000, making Medford number one on the list of the most affordable locations in Oregon. Located in southern Oregon, the gem houses around 85,000 residents and is only about an hour from the iconic Crater Lake. The city offers hiking in Prescott Park and golfing in one of the clubs to explore the charming downtown filled with breweries, local cafes and museums.
#2: Springfield
Median home price: $424,498
Average selling price per square foot: $271
Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment: $1,640
Median household income: $49,938
Nearest Major Metro: Eugene (5 miles)
Springfield, or a home for sale
Springfield, or apartments for rent
Springfield came in second in Oregon on the list of affordable cities. The medium-sized city has approximately 61,800 residents. If you’re considering moving to this area, explore the scenic Thurston Hills Natural Area and Wallace M. Rough Jr. Memorial Park, or soak in the vibrant downtown where you can find a wide variety of charming shops and delicious restaurants.
#3: Salem
Median home price: $426,995
Average selling price per square foot: $259
Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment: $1,362
Median household income: $58,726
Nearest Major Metro: Portland (46 miles)
Salem, or a home for sale
Salem or apartments for rent
The third on the list is Salem, which has around 175,500 residents. The median home sales price is $426,995, which is about $80,000 less than the median home sales in Oregon. If you’re moving to Salem, visit museums like the Oregon State Capitol and Willamette Heritage Center, explore beautiful Riverfront City Park, and check out events at Oregon State Park.
#4: Albany
Median home price: $442,450
Average selling price per square foot: $290
Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment: $1,495
Median household income: $62,172
Nearest Major Metro: Salem (26 miles)
Albany, or a home for sale
Albany, or apartments for rent
It’s a great city to consider moving this year, as the median home selling price in Albany is about 60k less than the state average. When you live in this city of 56,500 people, you can stroll along the Dave Clark Trail by the Willamette River, check out the historic Carousel & Museum, and explore the historic downtown area with plenty of local shops and restaurants.
#5: Gresham
Median home price: $460,000
Average selling price per square foot: $274
Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment: $1,462
Median household income: $62,172
Nearest Major Metro: Portland (17 miles)
Gresham, or a home for sale
Gresham, or apartments for rent
The fifth on the list of affordable locations to live in Oregon is Gresham. Traveling to this affordable city with 114,200 residents will give you the perks of urban living without living in a metropolitan area. Gresham is conveniently located just 17 miles east of Portland if you’re considering challenging the city for a meal, concert or a day of exploring the river. In Gresham, you can visit Hogan Butte Nature Park, check out the vast Oxbow Regional Park just outside of town and take a stroll along the Spring Water Corridor Trail.
#6: Corvalis
Median home price: $475,000
Average selling price per square foot: $312
Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment: $1,560
Median household income: $63,807
Nearest Major Metro: Eugene (45 miles)
Corvalis, or a home for sale
Corvalis, or apartments for rent
Slightly more expensive than Gresham is Corvalis, the next city on our list. Approximately 61,100 people live in Corvalis, and there are many unique activities there. Colvalis is home to Oregon State University, so there are sporting events to check out throughout the year. Downtown Corvalis is home to many local breweries, bakeries, restaurants and shops. The downtown area is also close to the Willamette River, offering views from the riverside memorial park.
#7: Hillsboro
Median home price: $492,475
Average selling price per square foot: $315
Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment: $1,971
Median household income: $103,207
Nearest Major Metro: Portland (20 miles)
Hillsboro, or a home for sale
Hillsboro, or apartments for rent
With around 107,700 residents, Hillsboro is a great place to call your home. One of Portland’s many suburbs, Hillsboro offers plenty of offers from green spaces, a charming downtown area and a natural history museum. Popular natural areas include Orenko Woods Nature Park, Noble Woods Park and Jacksonbottom Wetlands. Another popular landmark in Hillsboro is the Pacific Northwest Museum of Rocks & Minerals.
#8: Aloha
Median home price: $500,700
Average selling price per square foot: $310
Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment: $1,462
Median household income: $90,533
Nearest Major Metro: Portland (13 miles)
Aloha, or a house for sale
Aloha or apartment for rent
The final place is Aloha, one of many well-known and affordable Portland suburbs. With around 53,500 people living in Aloha, it’s a great option if you’re looking for a medium-sized city to consider in Oregon. There’s a lot to do in Aloha, whether you want to spend the day enjoying the outdoors or looking for indoor options on a rainy day. Check out one of the town’s parks, including Mountain View Champions Park, Whisper Woods, or nearby Thearatin Hills Nature Park.
Methodology: Every city requires more than 50,000 residents per US census, and must have a median home sales price under the average Oregon average home sales price. Median home sales prices and median sales prices per square foot from Redfin Data Center in April 2025. Average rental data from April 2025. Median household income data from the population and US Census Bureau.
