Real Estate Investing in Yoncalla, Oregon (97499)

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Douglas County • Population: 1,836 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 97499 (Yoncalla, OR)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (49/100)

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.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $325,573
Avg Monthly Rent $1,323
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $54,028
% Renters 14.8%

Market Analysis: 97499 Yoncalla

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Yoncalla's 97499 ZIP records signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $326K pricing implies.

Rent of $1,323/mo on a $326K basis reads well until vacancy, delinquency, and capex enter the model. The honest cap rate in 97499 sits below the stated 0.0% once reality is priced in.

Statewide comparisons place 97499 among OR's softer markets. That context does not make the ZIP uninvestable, but it does raise the bar for due diligence.

Resident income in 97499 sits below the county median. That reality colors rent collection, vacancy, and reinvestment math in ways that outside investors often underestimate.

Strategically, 97499 can be a high-return sleeve of a diversified portfolio — but it should not be the whole portfolio, and it should not be someone's first deal.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Yoncalla:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 52/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
14/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 6× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+2.8%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,323/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
WARM
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.
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WARM MARKET
Roseburg, OR Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
8.4%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Roseburg, OR metro data
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Property Strategy for 97499

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
4.4% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+6.3% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
3BR
$112,342/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $278,160 $1,470 3.8% +6.3% $139,080
3BR $337,025 $2,040 4.4% +6.3% $112,342

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$343K$296K$250K$203K$156K$110KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 97499 Compare?

Metric 97499 Yoncalla Roseburg, OR Oregon
Home Value $325,573 $325,573 N/A $493,884
5-Year CAGR 2.7% 2.7% N/A 4.9%
Avg Rent $1,323 $1,323 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.2% 3.2% - -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.2%
Low
5yr Growth
+2.7%
Slow

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Roseburg, OR metro

1/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
54%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $325,573
Monthly Rent $1,323
Price-to-Rent 20.5:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.9%
Cap Rate 3.2%
5-Year IRR 5.8%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +2.8% ▲
3-Year CAGR +2.3% ▲
5-Year CAGR +2.7% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.4% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.2%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.2%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
7.4%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+2.7%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 97499

Population: 1,836

💰 Median Household Income
$54,028
This area
$54,028
State
$71,325
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
14.8%
This area
14.8%
State
28.8%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
4.3%
This area
4.3%
State
-6.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
12.4%
This area
12.4%
State
13.8%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
56.2 years
This area
56.2 years
State
31.5 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
7.4%
This area
7.4%
State
17.2%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 89.5%
Other/Mixed 10.1%
Hispanic/Latino 2.4%
Asian 0.4%
👶 Under 18
14.4%
This area
14.4%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
33.3%
This area
33.3%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
7.6%
This area
7.6%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 97499

B+ Avg School Grade
2 Schools
17.7:1 Avg Class Size
$26,529 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Yoncalla Elementary School

📚 K – 08 School
👥
187 Students
👨‍🏫
17.4:1 Class Size
💰
$26,529 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Yoncalla High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
90 Students
👨‍🏫
18.0:1 Class Size
💰
$26,529 Per Student
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We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

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  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the smart move for investors in Yoncalla, OR?

For Yoncalla, OR, careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management is the standard investor playbook. The market structure makes it a reasonable default approach.

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

Yoncalla, OR posts an investability rating of 3.0/5, with median home values near $326K and average rents around $1,323/mo. That combination puts it in the significant tier for investor interest.

Do rentals sit vacant long in Yoncalla, OR?

Yoncalla, OR carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect reliable absorption at market rents of $1,323/mo.

Are landlord laws favorable in Yoncalla, OR?

The landlord environment in Yoncalla, OR is landlord-friendly. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

Is it easy to find good tenants in Yoncalla, OR?

The tenant pool in Yoncalla, OR is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $1,323/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

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