I’ve analyzed the Zillow Home Value Index data for Oregon neighborhoods, revealing some fascinating patterns in real estate appreciation across the state. The results show a remarkable concentration of growth in Salem-area communities, with many neighborhoods more than doubling their home values in less than a decade.
What’s particularly striking is how mid-tier neighborhoods have outperformed traditionally expensive areas. This redistribution of value suggests a democratization of Oregon’s real estate wealth, with homeowners in previously overlooked communities experiencing exceptional equity growth…