The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 97824 sells for about $290,000, or $145 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 85 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $950 a month.
ZIP 97824 — Cove
The housing market in ZIP 97824 is characterized by low inventory and slow turnover, typical of a small, rural agricultural community. Prices have seen modest appreciation, but the market remains balanced due to limited demand and supply. Economic activity is stable, anchored by local government and agricultural sectors.
This ZIP is best suited for those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle, including retirees and agricultural workers. It is less suitable for commuters or those requiring proximity to major urban employment centers.
Median prices moved up 3.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 85 days on market with 6.0 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.2% · poverty 21.9% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 97824, Gilliam County, OR
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in Gilliam County are generally low, consistent with the rural nature of the region. Specific trend data for ZIP 97824 is not determinable.
Schools in the area are served by the Condon School District, which provides small-class-size education typical of rural Oregon. Performance metrics are generally stable but limited by the small student population.
The area faces moderate wildfire risk common to Eastern Oregon's high desert environment. Flood risk is generally low, though localized drainage issues can occur.
Economic momentum is driven primarily by agriculture and wind energy development in Gilliam County. Infrastructure is focused on maintaining rural connectivity rather than large-scale urban expansion.
Property taxes are assessed by Gilliam County based on real market value, with rates determined by local taxing districts including the county, city, and school district. No state income tax applies to individuals in Oregon.
Commuting is primarily by personal vehicle, with most residents working within the local Condon area or traveling to nearby agricultural hubs. Public transit options are not determinable.
Recreation is centered on outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, and access to the John Day River. Local amenities include small community parks and basic services within the city of Condon.
The rental market is limited in depth, with low turnover and a reliance on long-term local housing stock. Short-term rental presence is minimal.
The economy is heavily reliant on agriculture, livestock, and the renewable energy sector, specifically wind farms located in Gilliam County.
Transportation is dominated by highway access via OR-19 and OR-206, serving as the primary corridors for regional transit.
Development is limited to small-scale residential improvements and ongoing maintenance of agricultural infrastructure.
The Gilliam County Assessor maintains property valuations based on annual market analysis and state-mandated assessment cycles.
Parcels are subject to local school district, county, and emergency service district levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by rural wildfire risk and the distance to fire protection services.
Oregon has experienced modest net domestic migration, though rural counties like Gilliam often see stable or slightly declining populations.
Oregon is primarily a non-judicial foreclosure state, with specific notice and redemption periods defined by state statute.
Sellers are required to provide a property disclosure statement covering known material defects at the time of sale.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA profiles and Gilliam County economic reports.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Local community park providing green space and recreational facilities.
Regional destination for fishing and outdoor recreation.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.