The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 97423 sells for about $327,000, or $235 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (+0.3%), a market in balance. Homes take about 88 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,450 a month.
ZIP 97423 — Coquille
The 97423 housing market is currently stable, characterized by modest price appreciation and low inventory levels. Demand remains steady among local buyers, though the market is constrained by limited new construction and a rural economic base. Prices have plateaued following the rapid growth seen in previous years.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking an affordable, rural lifestyle with proximity to the coast. It is less ideal for those requiring high-density urban amenities or short commutes to major metropolitan employment centers.
Median prices moved up 0.3% 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 6.1% · poverty 14.8% — 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 7.9%/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 5.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 97423, Coos 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 Coquille are generally consistent with rural Coos County averages, with property crime being the primary concern compared to violent crime. Regional trends show stability, though local law enforcement resources remain limited.
Schools in the Coquille School District are generally rated as average, with a focus on community-integrated education. Performance metrics are typical for rural Oregon districts of this size.
The area faces moderate wildfire risk during summer months and potential flood risks in low-lying areas near the Coquille River. Property insurance availability is stable but premiums are sensitive to regional wildfire exposure.
Economic momentum is driven by timber, agriculture, and local government services. Development is slow and steady, with limited large-scale infrastructure projects currently underway.
Property taxes are assessed by Coos County based on real market value, subject to Oregon's constitutional limits on assessed value growth. Special districts include local fire, library, and school district levies.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents traveling along Highway 42 toward Coos Bay or inland toward Roseburg. Public transit options are minimal, consisting mostly of regional bus connections.
The area offers access to the Coquille River for fishing and boating, with several local parks and proximity to the Oregon coast. Shopping and dining are concentrated in the historic downtown area.
The rental market is tight with low vacancy rates, driven by limited new supply and steady demand from local workers. Short-term rental presence is minimal compared to coastal tourist hubs.
The economy is anchored by the timber industry, agriculture, and public sector employment. It serves as a regional hub for the surrounding rural Coos County area.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use on Highway 42. Infrastructure is focused on maintaining rural road connectivity.
Development is primarily focused on small-scale residential infill and maintenance of existing infrastructure.
The Coos County Assessor manages property valuations, adhering to Oregon's Measure 5 and Measure 50 tax limitations.
Parcels are subject to Coquille School District, local fire district, and county-wide service levies.
Property insurance remains available, though premiums are influenced by regional wildfire risk and proximity to the coast.
Oregon continues to see modest net domestic migration, though rural areas like Coos County experience slower growth compared to the Willamette Valley.
Oregon is primarily a non-judicial foreclosure state, requiring specific notice periods and providing homeowners with redemption rights.
Sellers are required to provide a comprehensive property disclosure statement covering material defects, though 'as-is' sales are common.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 97423 profile.
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.
- Bay Point Landing4.316.1 mi
- Coos Bay Speedway4.68.3 mi
- Coos History Museum4.614.5 mi
- Wildflour4.516.7 mi
- North Bend Lanes4.616.7 mi
- Bandon Marsh National Wildlife Refuge4.513 mi
- Laverne County Park4.67.2 mi
- Coquille River Lighthouse4.715.7 mi
- Coos History Museum4.614.5 mi
- Washed Ashore Gallery & Volunteer Workshop4.715.3 mi
- Coos Art Museum4.513.9 mi
- Smoke on the Water4.713.8 mi
- Laverne Park4.47.4 mi
- Sturdivant Park4.43.8 mi
- Bandon Marsh National Wildlife Refuge4.513 mi
- Laverne County Park4.67.2 mi
- Rivers Edge RV Park4.23.7 mi
- Charleston Marina4.515.5 mi
- Coos Golf Club4.59 mi
- Safeway4.13.3 mi
- Coquille Valley Produce & Deli4.43.1 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Primary local waterway for fishing and recreation.
Central community green space for local events.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.