Why Live in Ophir
Ophir, a secluded coastal neighborhood 14 miles north of downtown Gold Beach, Oregon, offers residents privacy and stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. The area is known for its outdoor activities, with locals enjoying beach strolls, rock hunting, and hiking trails. U.S. Route 101 runs through Ophir, providing scenic views of forestland, ocean waters, and grassy landscapes. The neighborhood features 4 miles of mocha-brown sandy beaches, driftwood, and sand dunes. Popular spots include the Honey Bear by the Sea RV Resort and Campground, which offers RV sites, a pond, and biking trails, and the Cedar Bend Golf Course, a public 9-hole course. Nearby, Humbug Mountain State Park provides year-round camping and a 6-mile hiking trail with ocean views. Homes in Ophir range from late 20th-century manufactured homes on spacious lots to early 2000s custom-built homes with ocean views. Residents gather annually at the Ophir Fire Station for Ophir Day and can attend the Curry County Fairgrounds for summer festivities. For groceries, Nesika Beach Market is 3 miles south, while McKay’s Market in downtown Gold Beach is 7 miles away. Dining options include Double D’s Café and Port Hole Café and Tap House. The Central Curry School District serves the area, with Riley Creek Elementary and Gold Beach Junior/Senior High offering educational opportunities. The neighborhood is car-dependent, with Cedar Valley Drive connecting to nearby areas. While hurricanes are not a concern, tsunamis pose a risk, and Curry County has a siren system and evacuation maps to ensure residents' safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ophir a good place to live?
Ophir is a good place to live. Ophir is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Ophir is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Ophir has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 63. The average household income is $119,077 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 25.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Ophir are home owners, with 14.9% of residents renting and 85.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Ophir can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Ophir neighborhood guide.
Is Ophir, OR a safe neighborhood?
Ophir, OR is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Ophir?
The median home price in Ophir is $1,025,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $205,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.46%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $5,160 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $221K a year to afford the median home price in Ophir. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Ophir is $119K.
What are the best public schools in Ophir?
The best public schools that serve Ophir are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Ophir, Gold Beach, OR?
The most popular zip codes in Ophir, Gold Beach, OR include
97444 and
97465.
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Home Trends in Ophir, OR
On average, homes in Ophir, Gold Beach sell after 52 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Ophir, Gold Beach over the last 12 months is $4,125,000, up 725% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$4,125,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$995,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$373
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median List Price
$1,025,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
39%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
725%