Otter Rock
$682,592
Average Value
The Devil's Punchbowl, Otter Crest Marine Gardens and Beverly State Beach Park
The most unique natural feature of Otter Rock is the Devils Punchbowl, a hollow rock formation sculpted by collapsed caves and rough waves. Around here, locals can go whale-watching, watch the cormorants and gulls take flight, explore the tidepools and enjoy scenic picnics. The high tides and winter storms often send the waves churning and crashing against the Punchbowl in a powerful display of nature in action. Just north of the Punchbowl is the biodiverse Otter Crest Marine Gardens, full of chiton and starfish to seals and sea lions. Passing underneath Spencer’s Creek Bridge, beachgoers will find Beverly Beach State Park, a five-mile expanse lined with shore pines and scattered with nurse logs. During the fall, the beach also gets littered with long ropes of bull kelp that have been uprooted by winds and moved to the shore. Just beyond is Cape Foulweather, a scenic peak that rises 500 feet above sea level and is considered where Oregon began because of its discovery in 1778.
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Local seafood, sweets and surf gear
Just beyond the Devil’s Punchbowl are several local businesses. Mo’s Seafood & Chowder has been specializing in its namesake dishes for over 75 years and keeps one of its three locations right in Otter Rock. Cliffside Coffee and Sweets offers an eclectic menu of comfort food favorites, including hot dogs, breakfast sandwiches, ice cream and fudge. Flying Dutchman Winery is the only working winery on the Oregon coast, plus it boasts an ocean-view picnic area. Pura Vida Surf Shop supplies gear to hit the waves and surfing lessons to hit them with care. Groceries can be bought at Walmart Supercenter, Safeway and Fred Myer in Newport.
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Condos, cottages and larger homes
Many Otter Rock homes share proximity to the beach and are guarded by lots of trees, providing ample shade and a welcoming woodsy feel. “They’re usually a bit quainter and cottage-like versus cookie-cutter homes,” says Audra Powell, a principal broker for Advantage Real Estate who has sold homes in the Newport area. “It’s really a mixed bag, but you get a lot of cedar-shingled homes that have that traditional coast look.” Otter Rock include condos, cottages and two-story bungalows. On the north side of Otter Rock is Sea Crest, a gated community with upscale, traditional homes. All over, condo prices range between $18,000 to $270,000 while two-bedroom homes can run anywhere between $515,000 to $770,000. Properties all over tend to remain on the market for about 90 days.
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Highway 101, North County buses and Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital
Otter Rock is roughly five miles from Depoe Bay and eight miles from Newport. Both of these city centers can be reached by hopping on Highway 101. Public transit is also provided by the North County line. The closest airport is Newport Municipal, a 13-mile drive and the closest medical facility is Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital.
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Otter Rock students
Yaquina View Elementary School serves kindergarten through second grade, and Sam Case Elementary School serves third through fifth grade. Both earned B-grades from Niche. Newport Middle School also holds a B, while Newport High School has a B-plus grade and offers a full International Baccalaureate (IB) program.
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Vacation crowds and siren noise
Some homes are short-term vacation rentals and come with fractional ownerships so the neighborhood can be busier during the warmer months. The Otter Rock Fire Department is located in a residential area, so those living near the station should be advised that siren noise is possible.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Rebecca Kirkendall
Rebecca Kirkendall
Responds QuicklyCentury 21 Shorepine Properties
(971) 407-5867
229 Total Sales
1 in Otter Rock
$945,000 Price
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Judy Vial
Judy Vial
Taylor & Taylor Realty Co.
(541) 981-6530
96 Total Sales
7 in Otter Rock
$20K - $147K Price Range
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Michelle Carlon
Michelle Carlon
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices NW Real Estate
(541) 539-4563
27 Total Sales
1 in Otter Rock
$423,000 Price
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Freddy Saxton
Freddy Saxton
Advantage Real Estate
(541) 351-7916
118 Total Sales
5 in Otter Rock
$150K - $681K Price Range
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Mac Creasman
Mac Creasman
Responds QuicklyEmerald Coast Realty - Yachats
(541) 351-7168
95 Total Sales
1 in Otter Rock
$269,900 Price
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Marilyn Grove
Marilyn Grove
Advantage Real Estate
(541) 351-7957
60 Total Sales
2 in Otter Rock
$11K - $719K Price Range
Schools
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- K to 2nd
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Parks in this Area
Devil’s Punchbowl State Natural Area
Otter Rock Marine Garden and Beach
Beverly Beach State Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Otter Rock | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
330
Median Year Built
1972
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,751
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,219
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,493
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
936
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
368
Median Age
65
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
13.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
49.2%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$72,321
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$103,415
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.5%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
36.2%
Advanced Degrees
16.9%
% Population in Labor Force
45.9%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
67''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
64°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
34
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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