neighborhood overview

The Southgate neighborhood is family-oriented and safe, established well-kept. It has some newer apartments and commercial development such as Regal Center. In addition to families, the neighborhood is mainly comprised of retirees and professionals. Much of the neighborhood is laid back and friendly, with kids playing. Many neighbors are quiet and respectful, drawn to the neighborhood by the character of the South Hill—its people and mid-century, wooded residential developments—or because they grew up here. People are proud to call the neighborhood home because of its good schools, low crime and well-maintained homes. Younger families live near Ferris High School and longtime residents live near the Manito Golf and Country Club adjacent to the west side of the neighborhood. Southgate residents chat on the street and attend sporting events, block parties, dinners, barbecues and games at neighbors’ houses. Most shopping can be done within the neighborhood, although downtown is close and easily accessible. Residents support small businesses such as local coffee shops, restaurants and markets. People enjoy the ability to walk to schools, businesses, and parks. Bicycling on newer trails and long-established side streets is growing in popularity. Residents and recreationalists take pride in the neighborhood’s location as a transition from the city onto the surrounding Palouse countryside. For fun, many neighbors walk and bike in the neighborhood and in the rural area just south of town, with popular destinations including the nearby Southside Aquatic Complex, Ben Burr Park and Trail, and the Hazel’s Creek natural area. Residents continue to focus on achieving better connections to address pedestrian and bicycling needs.