Why Live in O'Brien
O'Brien, located in Cave Junction, Oregon, is a neighborhood that appeals to nature and wildlife enthusiasts. The Rough and Ready Botanical Wayside offers a serene mile-and-a-half-long trail perfect for dog walking, especially during spring when wildflowers are in full bloom. For more adventurous activities, the historic McGrew Trail allows off-roaders to explore the rugged terrain with motorcycles, horses, and four-wheel-drive vehicles. Families can enjoy guided tours at Great Cats World Park, which features leopards, lions, and tigers, and hosts events like the Annual Easter Egg Hunt. The neighborhood's amenities include a post office, gas station, country store, and McGrew’s Restaurant and Lounge, which features a western-themed outdoor patio. The Augustino Estate Treehouse Tasting Room provides a unique experience with its elevated deck overlooking Leuizenger Creek, where visitors can sample local wines. O'Brien experiences hot summers with temperatures exceeding 100 degrees and cool, wet winters with potential flooding risks. The Siskiyou Smokejumper Museum highlights the area's firefighting history, offering insights from retired smokejumpers. Homes in O'Brien are characterized by tall trees, gated driveways, and chain-link fences, providing privacy. The neighborhood features one and two-story cottages, many with wells, septic tanks, and amenities like sheds, gardens, or horse pastures. U.S. Route 199 connects O'Brien to essential services, with the nearest hospital 35 miles away and Rogue Valley International Medford Airport 63 miles east.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is O'Brien a good place to live?
O'Brien is a good place to live. O'Brien is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. O'Brien is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. O'Brien has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 54. The average household income is $51,110 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 12.3% of residents. A majority of residents in O'Brien are home owners, with 27.9% of residents renting and 72.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving O'Brien can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
O'Brien neighborhood guide.
Is O'Brien, OR a safe neighborhood?
O'Brien, OR is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in O'Brien?
The median home price in O'Brien is $1,097,515. If you put a 20% down payment of $219,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $5,690 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $244K a year to afford the median home price in O'Brien. The average household income in O'Brien is $51K.
What are the best public schools in O'Brien?
The best public schools that serve O'Brien are:
What are the most popular zip codes in O'Brien, Cave Junction, OR?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near O'Brien, Cave Junction, OR?
The most popular neighborhoods near O'Brien, Cave Junction, OR are
Kerby,
Selma and
Dryden.
Home Trends in O'Brien, OR
On average, homes in O'Brien, Cave Junction sell after 110 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in O'Brien, Cave Junction over the last 12 months is $1,025,000, up 648% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,025,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,025,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$325
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median List Price
$1,097,515
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
648%