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The transformation of a post-Gold Rush community
A couple miles north of Cave Junction, the almost-ghost town of Kerby is still very much alive with art and history. In the 1850s, the town was founded when prospectors struck gold in nearby Josephine Creek. The Pioneer Hotel was constructed to accommodate the hopeful prospectors, and Agnes Sawyer, the innkeeper’s wife, planted a maple tree next to it. But the gold rush turned out to be short-lived, and the hotel building changed form over the years – from post office to saloon to whimsical woodworking gallery. Similarly, many of the neighborhood's old homes have been refurbished and restyled while maintaining their original structure. All the while, the maple tree has stood the test of time, providing shade to each new generation of this resilient community. The tree is now outfitted with a treehouse, thanks to the handiwork of the local gallery owner.
Artisans create one of a kind sculptures at It's a Burl.
The Kerbyville Museum is the spot if you want to learn about gold mining in Kerby.
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Humble art hub in rural Southwest Oregon
It’s a Burl, the woodworking gallery, features locally made artwork and wooden sculptures, attracting a “mix of both locals and people from all over the world,” says Sara Shinerock, Gallery Manager of It’s a Burl and lifelong Kerby resident. “We give a local discount. We’ve had lots of events in the past – art walks to parties to featuring local artists. Every day we open is an event.” Kerbyville Museum, Guild Gallery & Art Center and Cave Junction Farmers Market are all within walking distance of It’s a Burl. “People can park in one of our parking areas and go to everything. It’s all within 500 feet of each other,” Shinerock says. Since 1959, Kerbyville Museum has preserved the area’s history. Exhibits detail the lives of the Native Americans and early pioneers of the region. Museum guests can walk through a replica of a jail, sit in an old schoolroom and learn about life as a gold miner. Guild Gallery & Art Center is home to the Southern Oregon Guild of Artists and Artisans. It hosts art classes, workshops and exhibitions featuring a variety of media, from glass to fabric arts.
You can find many murals throughout nearby Cave Junction.
You can find all kinds of art at It's a Burl in Kerby.
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Creekside 20th-century homes
Kerby's quiet streets pass by spacious, fenced-in yards and private farmland. The neighborhood is dotted with 20th-century homes built between 1910 and 1965. Most homes are priced between $294,000 and $629,000. Homes in need of repairs fall between $80,000 and $100,000. Manufactured homes range from $32,500 to $185,000 and land parcels are available between $75,000 and $350,000. Kerby has a flood risk, especially in the northwest quadrant of the neighborhood along the low-lying creek areas. The climate is mild, though there is a wildfire risk. To prevent fire damage, residents are encouraged to keep ground vegetation clear around the home.
Ranch style homes are the most popular style of home in the Kerby area.
Although limited there are larger homes throughout the Kerby area.
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Nature walks and stargazing on Eight Dollar Mountain
Creeks flow down from the surrounding hills into Kerby’s flat terrain to join the Illinois River. For peaceful walks along the Illinois River’s rocky shore, nature lovers can head 3 miles south to Illinois River Forks State Park or 4 miles north to Eight Dollar Mountain Botanical Wayside. Hikers who don’t mind steep terrain can summit Eight Dollar Mountain. On the way up the mountain is Little Falls Campground, where locals can swim or witness the salmon migration. Kerby’s countryside is also a prime stargazing environment; because of the lack of light pollution, many stars are visible on a clear night.
You can learn about all types of plant life at Eight Dollar Mountain Botanical Wayside.
The Illinois River runs through nearby Cave Junction providing great fishing to the area.
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Highway 199 for access to Cave Junction and Grants Pass
Highway 199 is the main thoroughfare that runs through Kerby. It takes drivers south to Cave Junction, where Siskiyou Community Health Center provides medical, dental, virtual and pharmacy services. The highway also runs north to Grants Pass and Asante Three Rivers Medical Center. Josephine County buses stop in the center of the neighborhood, taking passengers to Grants Pass. Rogue Valley International Medford Airport is 54 miles northeast in Medford.
Route 199 connects Kerby to Brookings, California, and the rest of Southern Oregon.
Kerby Mart is where the Josephine Community Bus picks up and drops off.
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Nightlife at Stoneyfront Bar & Grill
Stoneyfront Bar and Grill, located in Kerby along Highway 199, is the place to be for a late-night bite and live music. It remains open until 11 p.m. and until 2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. A handful of small businesses can also be found along Highway 199 in the center of town. For example, “Rogue Truck Body is a big employer and getting bigger,” Shinerock says. It offers custom truck and trailer welding services. And since 2013, Cave Junction Farmers Market has gathered the rural community together every week. In addition to providing live music and local goods, the market hosts the Cultivate Kids program. This initiative teaches children about gardening, art and sustainability through projects like planting trees. Farmers market shoppers can use SNAP benefits. The nearest major grocery store is Grocery Outlet in the heart of Cave Junction.
Stoneyfront is a local hangout in Kerby that is open until 2am on Friday and Saturday nights.
The produce at the Cave Junction Farmers Market is grown from around the Illinois Valley.
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Schools in Cave Junction
Students may attend Evergreen Elementary, rated C on Niche, Lorna Byrne Middle, rated C-minus and Illinois Valley High, rated C-plus. All are about 2 miles south of Kerby in Cave Junction. The high school has a state championship-winning boys wrestling team.
Evergreen Elementary School received a C grade on Niche.
Lorna Byrne Middle School serves 5th - 8th grade in Cave Junction.
You can learn about AG at Illinois Valley High School.
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Parks in this Area
Eight Dollar Mountain Botanical Wayside
Lake Selmac Park
Kerby Peak Trailhead
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Kerby
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Kerby Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Kerby, Cave Junction sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Kerby, Cave Junction over the last 12 months is $100,000.
Beautiful Home on over six acres of level useable pasture and land. Home is 3 bedroom and 3 full baths with 2,287 sqft. Recently updated with new roof, paint, refinished wood floor, bath pedestal sinks shower enclosure and more... Featuring a two car garage, 20x30 conditioned outbuilding and large barn with loft both with 220v available. Open kitchen with large island. Nice family room with
Beautiful 1 owner home. Amazing 4600 SQ FT w/4 full bathrooms with heated tile floors and granite counters. Beautiful kitchen with dbl convection ovens, granite counters, lg island that opens up to lg great rm w/vaulted ceilings wood-burning fireplace, laminate wood floors, French doors to a covered patio, plus a large extended deck. Main level primary bedroom w/walk-in closet, lg primary
Nestled just minutes from downtown Kerby, this expansive 4.8-acre property offers the perfect blend of convenience and privacy. With approximately 2 acres of improved, level land, it's an ideal canvas to build your dream home. The property is already equipped with essential utilities, including city water, a septic system, and a power pole with transformer, making it ready for development. Enjoy
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
510
Median Age
51
Population under 18
18.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
31%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$29,137
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$49,739
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.1%
College Graduates
9.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2%
% Population in Labor Force
40.7%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
31/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
18/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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