The REAL Pros and Cons of Living in Ashland Oregon in 2024

I've been living in Southern Oregon for years and spend a lot of time in Ashland Oregon myself. Today I'm giving a detailed breakdown of the REAL pros and cons of living here and what others don't tell you 🤫

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[boulejazz]

All towns are full of all types of people. Beware of hateful politicians who try to separate us by our differences. Love thy neighbor. Celebrate our differences.

[Jonasbarbury]

Was at SOC in 74. Very cool vibe in those days, lithia park was beautiful. Haven't been back since.

[catherinehammond]

There's a whole variety of local shops here that are so interesting to poke around in. Great for clothing and for gifts and vintage. Hippies are now minimal here as the wealthy are the only ones who can afford to buy homes here. But we are grateful to have Ashland as a refuge from a world that thinks liberals are beneath them. There is a thriving art and music scene here. Families are safe here as are the multitude of retired people here. And the community vibe here is just awesome. This is the first place I have ever lived where my natural friendliness is welcomed and reciprocated. Lots of people are spiritually aware; lots of many kinds of churches, including conservative ones. I have sacrificed a lot to live here and believe me, it's worth it...

[ibezzant]

For anyone thinking of moving to Ashland, I'll give you a complete and realistic view after having lived here for 22 years.

If you live somewhere like LA, San Fran, Denver and really enjoy the very liberal ideology but want less people, more safety, friendlier people, you'll probably love Ashland. It has an 8% registered Republican voter base. Bring your income/retirement with you because the economy here is brutal unless you work for the hospital, OSF or SOU. It's a great place to raise a family if you can afford the steep cost of living. I feel like the food scene is entirely overrated and Medford is pretty vital for more shopping & entertainment. We have homeless people but unless you work or shop on the South end of town you won't really see them. The sun really doesn't come out from November to May so make sure you tank Vitamin D. Oh, and you'll generally lose 3-6 weeks every year or two to horrible smoke from fires in Oregon/California but that's true of any location in Southern Oregon.

If you are religious and/or conservative, don't move here. I'm doing you a favor, trust me. You will feel like an outcast and it can be challenging. If you like Southern Oregon and were thinking about Ashland, move to one of the nice neighborhoods in Medford. If you enjoy some things in Ashland, you can make the 15 minute drive when desired.

[mikebower]

They are very self-congratulary in Ashland.

[Fireweed]

Multiple classes for seniors thru the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Southern Oregon University.

[cjoneillj]

Nice video. Couple things to add though. I thought I read last year that the average house in Ashland cost about $750k. Little more than what you mentioned. Of course I'm talking about central Ashland, where you can walk or ride your bike to get everywhere easily.
As to the isolation, we go to Medford and Costco etc often, the drive always amazes me because it's so short and so beautiful. What we find annoying is getting in or out of Ashland. The interstate connections are on each extreme side of town (north or south). Feels like it takes longer to get out of town than it takes to get into Medford once you finally make it to I-5.
I'm off to see if you have any dedicated videos on Rogue River and Talent.. 🙌🏼

[michellerobin]

How far is Ashland to the nearest coastal town ?

[spektrhemi]

No homeless in Ashland !?
One only needs to drive around to see them everywhere.
Tents/camps at each highway entrance and tucked away in several places here and there.

[showdogmissy]

Oh darn, I have to walk a little ways to get to anything. LOL

[judithbeshel]

when i was visiting there 8yrs ago, the food co op had the most expensive food of all the grocery stores, is it still out of control?

[abain]

Great video. I think you're confusing the homeless transients at the plaza and surrounding area with hippies though. The hippies grew up and became the woke in Ashland and then there's the transients that peddle at the plaza.

[joaqEFI]

We were 25 year members of OSF. We eventually called our annual visits quits due to the ultra liberalism of the festival. Anything goes these days. We helped fund the Allen Pavilion of the Eliza. Stage. We always enjoyed the Green Show. But the Green Show is supposed to be in harmony with what is staged at the Eliz. Not anymore. We have no likes for modern dance of contortionists when historically it has been an extension of Eliz themes of Shakey’s plays. Our last play was in 2012 and walked out in disgust

[alittlebitofwoowoo]

I think he is wrong about the homeless people. You cannot go to a grocery store and not be asked for money and or watching a homeless person openly shoplift. Having said that I agree you don't see them as much in the park as you do in other communities parks. Overall its a nice place but there are plenty of homeless people.

[torchedcustomwoodflagsllc]

On the subject of Ashland being like visiting a different place: from the perspective of a conservative Christian living in Medford - I avoid Ashland. I've been there once in the last 10 years. That one time, I drove through... well let's just say, there was a lot of progressive signage that was very 'in your face', not inclusive, and anti-Christian. Including on the Ashland High School's sign out front. On the College balcony, and on several vehicles. Just passing through, I did not feel welcome, and have not been back.

[ParkerThwips]

Gah! It would be perfect if It weren't so expensive and liberal. I'm trying to move back into OR from LA. I need less of those things, lol.

[maxmurray]

Ashland could be one of the greatest towns in America if it wasn’t so woke. Amazing location, surrounded by beautiful mountains, great weather. The cons are, that there are a lot of woke zombies and virtue signaling. Way too many homeless for such a small town.