Panther Creek
Neighborhood in Otis, Oregon
Lincoln County 97368
A market of new and old and increasing prices
Neighborhood streets are lined with ranch-style homes, cozy cottages and manufactured homes. “The market is a mix of new and old,” Michelson says. “Overall, prices have increased due to the brand-new homes since the fire, but Panther Creek is still more affordable than Lincoln City neighborhoods.” Most houses sit on quarter to half-acre lots, with prices ranging from $170,000 to $410,000. The neighborhood has a 1 out of 10 CAP Index Crime Score, the lowest possible score.Recreation along the Oregon coast
The Cascade Head Biosphere Reserve encompasses thousands of acres of forest, wetlands and shoreline. The reserve includes research areas, trails, an experimental forest and protected marine areas. At Knight Park, locals can fish for Chinook and chum salmon or launch a kayak or canoe for a drift along the Salmon River. The Lower Nature Conservancy Trail winds for 3 miles through preserved spruce and hemlock forests and grasslands, with views of the Pacific coast. The area has miles of publicly accessible shoreline, where beachgoers can surf and explore. Lincoln City hosts two annual kite festivals, one in June and one in September. The festivals have kite-making workshops, art displays and professional kite demonstrations on the beach.Community events and nearby small businesses
The Panther Creek Community Center hosts bingo nights every Wednesday and a community breakfast on the first Sunday of every month. The neighborhood also has a monthly gardening club. A few miles east, Zeller’s Riverside Bar and Grill serves pizza, seafood and draft beer that can be sipped on during a round of pool. Locals can get their morning cup of joe at Wyldfire Coffee Co. or can get takeout pizza, calzones or subs across the street at Otis Pizzeria. North Lincoln City is around 7 miles west of the neighborhood and has a variety of shops and restaurants, along with a Safeway. “Lincoln City is largely supported by its tourism industry,” Michelson says. “There are lots of waterfront inns and small businesses and miles of clean beaches.”Traveling along Highway 18 and long-distance travel options
Highway 18 lies just south of Panther Creek and stretches about 4 miles west to Otis Junction and the Oregon Coast Highway, putting the community roughly 30 miles from Sheridan. The Salem-Willamette Valley Airport, about 50 miles east, offers a limited selection of flights to Las Vegas and Burbank. Portland International Airport is 100 miles northeast.Concurrent enrollment and CTE courses at Taft 7-12
Oceanlake Elementary School earns a C-plus overall grade from Niche and serves kindergarten through second grade. Third through sixth graders may attend C-rated Taft Elementary School. Taft 7-12 Middle and High School, also rated C, has career and technical education courses ranging from small engine mechanics to digital media design. High schoolers can take concurrent enrollment courses through Oregon Coast Community College.
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Jillian Pillow
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Loren Leach
Loren Leach
Coldwell Banker Professional Group - Lincoln City
(541) 532-3731
43 Total Sales
4 in Panther Creek
$58K - $283K Price Range
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Amy Plechaty
Amy Plechaty
Responds QuicklyEmerald Coast Realty-Seal Rock
(541) 418-4919
194 Total Sales
1 in Panther Creek
$244,750 Price
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Doretta Smith
Doretta Smith
Responds QuicklyMartek Real Estate
(541) 351-7864
148 Total Sales
1 in Panther Creek
$266,500 Price
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Feather Hryczyk
Feather Hryczyk
Responds QuicklyRealty One Group At the Beach,
(541) 532-2814
97 Total Sales
3 in Panther Creek
$115K - $261K Price Range
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Colleen Benson
Colleen Benson
Responds QuicklyKELLER WILLIAMS CAPITAL CITY BENSON BROKER GROUP
(360) 803-2459
851 Total Sales
6 in Panther Creek
$72K - $340K Price Range
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Nadine Hankins
Nadine Hankins
Responds QuicklyRealty One Group At The Beach
(971) 791-2809
140 Total Sales
2 in Panther Creek
$230K - $380K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- K to 2nd
- Public
- 3rd to 6th
- Public
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Panther Creek | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Panther Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Panther Creek, Otis sell after 108 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Panther Creek, Otis over the last 12 months is $224,950, up 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$235,000
Median Sale Price
$224,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$224,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
25%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$261
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
147
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1977
Months of Supply
2.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,185
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,801
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$650,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 3,734 Sq Ft
- 360 N Deerlane Dr
Secluded Beauty! Custom built 3734 sf home, true to the original 1994 estate design with loads of large windows pointed towards the forest view, beautiful floor plan and hardwood floors, a fireplace in the living room and a huge entertainment kitchen. An over-sized double car garage also provides space for a workshop. The .55-acre property is comprised of 2 lots. One lot has the house and huge
Sarah Johnson Taylor & Taylor Realty Co.
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
640
Median Age
50
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.8%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$51,200
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$62,450
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.1%
College Graduates
15.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
55%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
88''
Average Winter Low Temperature
38°F
Average Summer High Temperature
69°F
Annual Snowfall
5''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
3
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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