The historic town of Scottsburg was a booming community in the late 1800s that now offers a slow-paced lifestyle next to the Umpqua River. The first Southern Oregon newspaper was printed here in 1854. and it inspired publications like the Oregon Sentinel, the official newsletter of the Oregon National Guard. Two major floods – the Great Flood of 1862 and the Christmas Flood of 1964 – destroyed parts of the area, and people who live there today know what they’ve been through. But they’re still grateful. “We’ve been through a lot, but we’re still standing. We’re very blessed,” says Sheryl Holberg, an 84-year-old historian who has lived in Scottsburg her entire life. “We still have homes from the 1800s and places like the local post office and Scottsburg Cemetery.” The community is close-knit, Holberg says, and has a namesake church where seven to ten people worship together every Sunday.
Scottsburg has some beautiful view views of the Umpqua river.
The Scottsburg neighborhood is on the banks of the Umpqua river.
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Renovated cottages with small barns
Single-family homes in Scottsburg are surrounded by the Calapooya Mountains, the Umpqua River and forests full of Douglas fir and ponderosa pine trees. Properties range from $300,000 to $500,000, depending on the number of bedrooms and yard space. Most homes have small, red steel metal gates and entrances to front lawns and porches outlined by barbed wire fences. There aren’t any sidewalks in Scottsburg, but long paved driveways lead to yards with enough space for daily walks, parked RVs and barns.
The Scottsburg neighborhood is home to plenty of ranch style homes.
There are plenty of beautiful homes throughout the Scottsburg neighborhood.
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Joining clubs at Elkton Charter School
Kids can attend Elkton Charter School, which has about 200 students in kindergarten through grade 12. The school earns a B from Niche and is ranked as the third-best public high school in Douglas County. Clubs like the Future Farmers of America participate in the annual Douglas County lamb show and barbecue. The area has no private schools, but Scottsburg Community Church offers preschool education and daycare services.
Launching boats into the Umpqua River
People launch their boats and host small picnics at Scottsburg County Park, a local green space. Nearby Hedden Douglas County Park is another area where people can access the river or walk their dogs on the man-made paths. In the summer, locals drive 10 miles to Loon Lake Recreation Site, a beachy spot with six campsites. Scottsburg is 19 miles from the Oregon coast and dunes; the coast attracts vacationers yearround. Reedsport Golf Course is the nearest nine-hole, public course, 18 miles away.
There's a boat launch in the Scottsburg neighborhood.
The locals keep beautiful gardens in the Scottsburg neighborhood
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Dining with neighbors at Little Country Kitchen
Riverbanks Speedy Mart is a small convenience store in Scottsburg. People can visit Safeway in Reedsport, 17 miles away for larger grocery purchases. Little Country Kitchen is one of the two restaurants in town, offering a cozy small-town vibe for locals. The spot, which is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, is known for its burgers and fresh-cut fries. “The owner is a nice lady; She’s an asset to the community,” Holberg says. Wells Creek RV Resort & Clubhouse is a family-owned restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. It also has a bar and offers RV roadtrippers a place to stay. People dine at Sol De Mexico in Reedsport for Mexican cuisine and colorful margaritas.
Wells Creek RV resort clubhouse is a great place to grab lunch.
Wells Creek RV resort and clubhouse is a wonderful place to grab lunch in Scottsburg.
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The Umpqua River bridge is a local landmark for the Scottsburg neighborhood.
Driving on Oregon Route 38
Most people drive on Oregon Route 38, also known as the Umpqua Highway, and over the Umpqua River Bridge to reach work daily. There is no public transportation in Scottsburg, and in case of emergency, the Lower Umpqua Hospital is 18 miles away. The Southwest Oregon Regional Airport is 42 miles away and offers nonstop flights through United Airlines to San Francisco International Airport. The domestic-only Eugene Airport, which has seven airlines, is 83 miles away, while the Portland International Airport is 188 miles away.
Fire safety is very important in the Scottsburg neighborhood.
Environmental factors in Southwest Oregon
Scottsburg has a high risk of flooding because of its riverside location. Homeowners are advised to purchase flood insurance. The area is also prone to burning during wildfire season, which happens between July and October of every year. The state insurance regulator requires wildfire coverage in every homeowner's policy, and people are advised to create a 30-ft. space around their homes free of debris for prevention.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
231
Median Age
59
Population under 18
15.2%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
39%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$62,282
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$70,940
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.6%
College Graduates
9.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.3%
% Population in Labor Force
52.6%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
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Walk Score®
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