Real Estate Investing in Jefferson, Oregon

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 6,635 • Marion County

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Should you buy in Jefferson, 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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

3.0% 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 $457,488
Avg Monthly Rent $1,305
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Jefferson Real Estate

Across Jefferson's 1 ZIPs, the picture is soft: $457K median values, $1,305/mo rents, and a population that has faced real economic pressure.

Jefferson is the kind of market where the cap rate on paper and the cap rate realized tend to diverge. plainly out-of-state investors should be especially careful with the assumptions they carry in.

Rents in Jefferson at $1,305/mo have struggled to keep pace with cost increases, and vacancy has risen in pockets — a dynamic that compresses realized returns well below headline cap rates.

Demographics in Jefferson show real pressure — median income of $N/AK is muted relative to rents, and the 0% renter share includes significant cost-burdened households.

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Best ZIP codes in Salem, OR

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Avg Home Value
$457,488
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,305
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (OR)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Salem, OR metro

1/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
41%
Days Pending
1/2
51 days

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❄️ Cool Market — Salem, OR metro
51
Days to pending
10.7%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Jefferson, OR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jefferson, OR

What are vacancy rates like in Jefferson, OR?

Vacancy risk in Jefferson, OR is elevated. That supports predictable cash flow for typical rental holds.

What investment strategy works best in Jefferson, OR?

Investors usually favor careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management in Jefferson, OR. With home values at $457K and rents near $1,305/mo, other strategies can work but produce reliable rather than outsized returns.

How deep is the rental pool in Jefferson, OR?

Jefferson, OR draws a measured base of working renters. Demand at the $1,305/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

Does house hacking work in Jefferson, OR?

The a challenging house-hack environment in Jefferson, OR reflects the rent-to-price spread. Expect meaningful PITI offset at market rents.

How strong is Jefferson, OR for real estate investors?

Investors tracking Jefferson, OR will find a 3.0/5 rating supported by $457K median home values and $1,305/mo rents. That profile suits long-term holders targeting measured returns.

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