The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 97449 sells for about $502,000, or $278 per square foot.
Prices are up +21% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 33 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,300 a month.
ZIP 97449 — Lakeside
The Florence housing market is currently experiencing a period of price appreciation with limited inventory, reflecting a competitive environment for buyers. While sales volume has moderated, the median price remains supported by steady demand for coastal properties. Market conditions are balanced, though buyers face higher entry costs compared to previous years.
This ZIP is well-suited for retirees, coastal lifestyle seekers, and families looking for a slower pace of life with access to outdoor recreation.
Median prices moved up 21.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 33 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.2% · poverty 11.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 97449, Lane 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.
Florence generally experiences lower crime rates compared to larger urban centers in Oregon, though property crime remains the most common concern for residents.
The area is served by the Siuslaw School District, which provides a standard range of public education options for the coastal community.
The region faces risks associated with coastal erosion, potential tsunami inundation zones, and wildfire hazards in the surrounding forested areas.
Economic momentum is driven by tourism, retirement services, and local retail, with ongoing residential development in subdivisions like Three Mile Prairie.
Property taxes are assessed by Lane County based on real market value, with rates influenced by local school district levies and municipal service districts.
Commutes are primarily local within the Florence area, with Highway 101 serving as the main north-south artery for regional travel.
The area features extensive outdoor amenities including the North and South Jetty Beaches, the Siuslaw River, and two public golf courses.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand from both long-term residents and seasonal workers, with limited vacancy pressure.
The local economy is anchored by tourism, healthcare, and retail services, benefiting from its position as a coastal hub.
Transportation relies heavily on private vehicles, with Highway 101 providing the primary corridor for regional connectivity.
Development is focused on residential expansion in the northern and eastern fringes of the city limits.
The Lane County Assessor manages property valuations based on state-mandated assessment cycles.
Parcels are subject to Siuslaw School District levies and various local utility and fire district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by coastal hazard exposure and wildfire risk assessments.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 97449 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 Landing4.317 mi
- Osprey Point RV Resort & Marina4.24.9 mi
- Coos History Museum4.614.5 mi
- Wildflour4.512.9 mi
- North Bend Lanes4.613.2 mi
- Umpqua River Lighthouse Museum Giftshop & Coastal Visitors Center4.79.7 mi
- Coos History Museum4.614.5 mi
- Umpqua Discovery Center4.710.2 mi
- Coos Art Museum4.515 mi
- Smoke on the Water4.715 mi
- Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area Visitor Center4.810.2 mi
- Umpqua Lighthouse State Park4.78.5 mi
- William M. Tugman State Park4.66.3 mi
- Golden And Silver Falls State Natural Area4.98.7 mi
- Dean Creek Elk Viewing Area4.79.6 mi
- Charleston Marina4.519.4 mi
- Lakeside Marina4.65.2 mi
- Salmon Harbor Marina4.49.8 mi
- Coho RV and Marina3.89.8 mi
- Highwater Cafe and Market4.810.1 mi
- Safeway4.110 mi
- Dollar General4.26 mi
- Griff's On the Bay Restaurant4.29.8 mi
- Ashworth's Market & Deli4.412.6 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Popular coastal access point for recreation.
Botanical site featuring unique carnivorous plants.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.