Real Estate Investing in Dufur, Oregon

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 1,457 • Wasco County

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Should you buy in Dufur, OR? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (52/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • High vacancy: 13.4% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

4.6% 5yr CAGR

4.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $421,935
Avg Monthly Rent $1,773
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Dufur Real Estate

This is a distressed-leaning corner of Oregon: Dufur has 1 ZIPs and a sizable population, and the investment math only works for investors who truly understand the market.

unambiguously Dufur's aggregate rating of ★★★☆☆ reflects tepid investor metrics across the board — weak rent growth, weak appreciation, and rising-vacancy pressure in multiple ZIPs.

The $1,773/mo / $422K relationship in Dufur looks tepid once vacancy and capex are incorporated into underwriting. looks to the realized yield tends to disappoint.

The 0% renter share in Dufur masks uneven tenant quality across ZIPs, and $N/AK median income leaves little cushion against economic shocks.

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Best ZIP codes in The Dalles, OR

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Avg Home Value
$421,935
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,773
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (OR)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on The Dalles, OR metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
0%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — The Dalles, OR metro
0
Days to pending
7.9%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Dufur, OR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dufur, OR

What kind of tenants rent in Dufur, OR?

The renter base in Dufur, OR is reasonable for the $1,773/mo price point. Screening well and pricing to market typically yields consistent tenants.

Is Dufur, OR a good market for buy-and-hold investors?

Dufur, OR rates 3.0/5 for investability. With median values at $422K and rents near $1,773/mo, the market offers reasonable fundamentals for rental investors.

Does house hacking make sense in Dufur, OR?

For house hackers, Dufur, OR is a challenging. The $1,773/mo rent on a unit helps defray the mortgage on a $422K property.

Is Dufur, OR landlord-friendly?

Landlord-friendliness in Dufur, OR is landlord-friendly. Eviction timelines and lease enforcement are considered reasonable by most property managers.

What is the rental occupancy rate in Dufur, OR?

Expect elevated vacancy in Dufur, OR. Rents at $1,773/mo are absorbed by the tenant base without meaningful lag.

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