Why Live in Selma
Selma, a neighborhood in Cave Junction, offers residents access to outdoor activities at Lake Selmac Park, where fishing, boat rentals, and a disc golf course are available. Nearby, Eight Dollar Mountain provides a challenging hike with historical significance from the Oregon Gold Rush. The Siskiyou Field Institute, located on the edge of the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, offers whitewater rafting and educational courses on local wildlife and geology, along with stargazing events. For a coastal escape, residents can drive 1 hour and 15 minutes via U.S. Route 199 to the northern California coast. The neighborhood is rural, making it neither walkable nor bikeable, but U.S. Route 199 provides access to essential services, including Asante Three Rivers Medical Center, 20 miles northeast in Grants Pass. Public transportation is available through Josephine Community Transit’s commuter bus route. For air travel, Rogue Valley International Medford Airport is 47 miles east. Local amenities include Ray’s Food Place for groceries and Happy Market for European snacks. Dining options are found in nearby Kerby, with establishments like Stoneyfront Bar and Grill. Homes in Selma are characterized by Craftsman, single-level, and custom builds, with some properties featuring private roads and dense tree cover for added privacy. However, residences along Clear Creek and Deer Creek face a severe flood risk, and wildfire prevention is essential.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Selma a good place to live?
Selma is a good place to live. Selma is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Selma has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 52. The average household income is $61,435 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 9.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Selma are home owners, with 21.9% of residents renting and 78.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Selma can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Selma neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Selma?
The median home price in Selma is $469,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $93,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.35%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,340 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $100K a year to afford the median home price in Selma. The average household income in Selma is $61K.
What are the best public schools in Selma?
The best public schools that serve Selma are:
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Are home prices dropping in Selma?
Yes, home prices in Selma are down 21% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Selma, OR
On average, homes in Selma, Cave Junction sell after 63 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Selma, Cave Junction over the last 12 months is $375,000, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$375,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$430,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$260
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$469,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%