The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 97017 sells for about $662,000, or $325 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 88 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,375 a month.
ZIP 97017 — Colton
The housing market in 97017 remains stable with limited inventory and steady demand for rural properties. While prices have appreciated, the market is characterized by low turnover and a reliance on local economic drivers, making it a niche market for lifestyle-focused buyers.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a rural lifestyle, privacy, and proximity to outdoor recreation, rather than commuters or investors looking for high-density rental yields.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 88 days on market with 5.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.0% · poverty 21.3% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 97017, Clackamas County OR
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the Colton area are generally lower than the national average, reflecting its rural character and low population density.
Schools serving the area are primarily part of the Colton School District, which is characterized by small class sizes and a community-focused educational environment.
The area faces moderate wildfire risk typical of the forested regions in Clackamas County, necessitating proactive vegetation management and appropriate insurance coverage.
Economic momentum is largely driven by local agriculture, forestry, and small-scale service industries, with limited large-scale commercial development.
Property taxes are assessed by Clackamas County based on real market value, with rates influenced by local school district levies and special service district assessments.
Commuting from Colton typically requires a drive of 45-60 minutes to reach major employment hubs in the Portland metropolitan area via OR-211 and OR-213.
The area offers extensive access to outdoor recreation, including proximity to the Molalla River, hiking trails in the Cascade foothills, and rural scenic landscapes.
The rental market is limited in depth, consisting mostly of single-family homes with low turnover and stable demand from local residents.
The local economy is anchored by agriculture, timber, and small-business services, with many residents commuting to the Portland metro area for employment.
Public transit options are minimal; the area is heavily reliant on private vehicle transportation via state highway corridors.
Development is strictly managed by rural zoning regulations, limiting large-scale residential or commercial expansion.
Clackamas County Assessment and Taxation manages property valuations, adhering to Oregon's constitutional limits on assessed value growth.
Parcels are subject to local school district levies and rural fire protection district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by the area's wildland-urban interface status and associated fire risk profiles.
Oregon continues to see modest net domestic migration, though rural areas like Colton experience slower growth compared to urban centers.
Oregon is primarily a non-judicial foreclosure state, with specific notice and redemption timelines governed by state statute.
Sellers are required to provide a comprehensive property disclosure statement covering material defects and known issues.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA profile for 97017.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Wildlings Play Place-Sandy4.518.3 mi
- Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm4.718.7 mi
- Oregon Renaissance Faire4.317.7 mi
- Clackamas County Fairgrounds4.417.6 mi
- Sah-Hah-Lee Golf Course4.619.2 mi
- Pat's Acres Racing Complex4.719.9 mi
- Timber Park4.610.7 mi
- Eagle Fern Park4.712.9 mi
- Feyrer Park4.48.2 mi
- Pacific NW Live Steamers, Shady Dell Train park, Molalla train park.4.98.4 mi
- Hopkins Demonstration Forest operated by Forests Forever, Inc.4.810.5 mi
- North American Bigfoot Center4.819.9 mi
- Historic Oregon City4.518.8 mi
- Oregon City Municipal Elevator4.718.7 mi
- Willamette Falls Scenic Viewpoint4.518.7 mi
- Wildlings Play Place-Sandy4.518.3 mi
- Milo McIver State Park4.710.7 mi
- Timber Park4.610.7 mi
- Eagle Fern Park4.712.9 mi
- Feyrer Park4.48.2 mi
- Pacific NW Live Steamers, Shady Dell Train park, Molalla train park.4.98.4 mi
- eNRG Kayaking4.819 mi
- Safeway3.811.5 mi
- Dollar General49.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides extensive opportunities for fishing, hiking, and swimming.
Local park serving as a central gathering space for community events.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.