Archive for Oregon Coast Real Estate
A Nye Beach Cottage with Ocean and Lighthouse Views
Sitting on a bluff in Nye Beach is an adorable cottage with views of the ocean and the historic Yaquina Head Lighthouse. The home is located three blocks from the beach and just a half mile to the historic bay front, which makes this 3 bedroom house a very desirable place to live. It was [...]
Stunning Ocean Front Beach Home in Seal Rock
As you turn off Highway 101 on NW Short Street you will approach the gated entrance to an amazing ocean beachfront home. You will also find yourself surrounded by lush native plantings that are forever green. As soon as you enter the home, the expansive wall of windows revealing the ocean view will take your [...]
Why You’ll Want to Consider This Ocean View Property for Sale in Waldport
Waldport Oregon is located in Lincoln County south of Newport and north of Yachats. Residents often refer to Waldport as the town “where the mountains meet the sea”. The Alsea River and Bay is very popular for fishing, crabbing, kayaking, clamming, and there are public docks and a boat launch at Robinson Park picnic area. [...]
The Inn at Otter Crest: an ideal investment in Coastal real estate
I have a soft spot for the beautiful and unique Inn at Otter Crest. My first visit to the Oregon Coast about 30 years ago began with flying into the Newport Airport, renting a car, and a short drive to the Inn. We drove through a breath-taking tunnel of rhododendrons, ferns, and ancient forest. At [...]
Housing recovery: The Shifting Sands of Coastal Real Estate
According to the New York Times article published yesterday (New Indications Housing Recovery is Underway), there is indication of a significant recovery in the housing market. This article does point out some trends that apply to Coastal real estate such as an increasing inventory in most price ranges and a reduction in the number of [...]
Open House – Waldport – Saturday June 2nd
Come visit Saturday June 2nd from Noon to 3pm MLS # 12-524 Home with Ocean Views $425,000 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths – 2,022 ft² Custom home with wide ocean views in a private setting. Single level living Handicapped accessible with large deck Lower level workshop or studio. Double propane fireplace and range. Open working kitchen [...]
Bank Owned Properties on the Central Oregon Coast: Prize or Pitfall?
During your search for a home on the Oregon Coast, have you thought about purchasing a bank owned property? People have a fairly accurate impression that great bargains in the form of deeply discounted prices can be found within this category. While generally true, bank owned properties present several unique challenges. Read on to become [...]
Clamming on the Oregon Coast
Pity the poor novice when they begin to try the native sport of clamming in Waldport, Newport, or elsewhere on the beautiful central Oregon coast. Like the fellow pictured above they often attack the clams with their shovel rather than using the time honored ‘stealth’ approach. You see, when you walk out the front door [...]
Attention All Readers and Writers !
Lately those looking for Oregon Coast real estate, particularly those looking for beachfront property in Newport and Yachats, have noticed something new. Poetry groups, writers workshops, and reading clubs have been springing up like proverbial mushrooms after a spring rain. It seems that retired folks actually enjoy snuggling up in front of a woodstove or [...]
Some Quirks about Real Estate in Newport Oregon
You have to look at a map to understand that you have to travel east from Newport to reach San Diego. Real estate in Newport, like the rest of the country, has an west-to-east weather pattern. The problem (and the delight) about Lincoln County Real Estate is that the mighty Pacific Ocean is our neighbor. [...]
