A Pocket Neighborhood

Welcome Home to
South Salem

11 exclusive cottages designed for community living.
Inspired by Ross Chapin. Starting at $1,775/month.

The Pocket Neighborhood

Reimagining community living with intentional design.

South Haven Cottages brings the beloved pocket neighborhood concept to Oregon's Willamette Valley. Our community of 11 charming 2-story cottages is designed to foster genuine connections while honoring your need for privacy.

Drawing inspiration from architect Ross Chapin's groundbreaking work, each cottage faces a shared commons—a welcoming green space where neighbors naturally gather.

11 Cottages Shared Commons Private Porches Car-Free Paths Energy Efficient

Connected Community

Shared green spaces and front porches designed to foster connection while preserving privacy.

Timeless Architecture

Craftsman charm meets modern amenities and energy efficiency, inspired by Ross Chapin's vision.

Nature at Your Doorstep

Private gardens and integrated landscaping, with Minto-Brown Park just 1 minute away.

Thoughtful Floor Plans

Two-story cottages with vaulted ceilings, designed for comfortable modern living.

Exterior Color Palette

Curated Sherwin Williams colors

Urban BronzeSW 7048
NavalSW 6244
Rookwood Dark GreenSW 2816
Plan A

Cottage Plan A

$1,775/mo

Thoughtfully designed 2-story cottage with vaulted living room ceiling and stand-up shower.

Total734 sq ft
Main Floor518 sq ft
Upper Floor216 sq ft
Bedrooms2
Bathrooms1
South Haven Cottage Plan A 3D floor plan main floor layout

Main Floor Layout

Plan B

Cottage Plan B

$1,895/mo

Larger 2-story layout with vaulted living room. Ideal for a home office or guest space.

Total815 sq ft
Main Floor604 sq ft
Upper Floor211 sq ft
Bedrooms2
Bathrooms1

Your Haven Awaits

Shared commons, walking paths, and gathering areas at the heart of the neighborhood.

Life in South Salem

Everything you need, minutes away.

8 Minutes to Downtown

Restaurants, shops, arts & culture

1 Minute to Minto-Brown Park

900+ acres of trails, wetlands & nature

Minutes to Shopping

Roth's Fresh Markets, Fred Meyer & local dining

South Haven Cottages community commons green space

Inspired Design

Ross Chapin's pocket neighborhoods have transformed how we think about community housing. By placing homes around shared green spaces, these neighborhoods naturally encourage neighborly interaction.

At South Haven, front porches face the commons, parking is kept to the periphery, and every design decision asks "does this build community?"

"A pocket neighborhood is a cohesive cluster of homes gathered around shared commons."
— The Pocket Neighborhood Philosophy

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