$432,740Average Value$268Average Price per Sq Ft9Homes For Sale
The gateway to the North Umpqua River
Glide is a rural neighborhood 16 miles from Roseburg with a strong sense of self. This country area has its own school district, community center, churches, parks and local restaurants. “The Glide community has its own personality,” says David Jaques, Broker/Owner of Al Pine Real Estate 1, who has lived in the area for nearly four decades. “People are distinctly Glide residents, and they're proud of it.” The main draw to the area is its natural landscape. Glide is known as the gateway to the North Umpqua River; it sits next to the Colliding Rivers, where the North Umpqua and the Little River meet. “The outdoor activities are abundant -- fishing, camping, hunting,” says Jeremiah Perry, a Realtor with The Neil Company Real Estate who has lived in the area for three decades. “It’s a recreational haven.”
Glide is a community worth visiting where locals live among the river and hillside ranches.
Head to Glide, Oregon for access to The North Umpqua River at Swift Water Recreation Area.
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Ranch-style homes starting at $300,000
Most houses in Glide are ranch-style homes priced between $300,000 and $600,000, depending on the number of bedrooms and acreage. Homes sit on an average of 6 acres, giving neighbors enough space for plant and rock gardens. Most homes are surrounded by trees and have long driveways leading to rural roads.
Ranch-style homes with land are common all throughout Glide.
A typical ranch home and property are located along Highway 138 in Glide.
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Swiftwater Park, Colliding Rivers Boat Ramp
People visit Swiftwater Park to fish, swim, picnic and hike the Swiftwater Trailhead, which has two 8-mile trails. Fern Falls is another popular hiking destination 7 miles away. People launch kayaks, canoes, fishing poles and boats at the Colliding Rivers Boat Ramp. People also like to swim and view the lush forests reflecting off the river. Elk Haven RV Resort is a camping area for residents and tourists in Glide.
The North Umpqua River runs through Glide where many folks love to swim and raft the river.
Elk Haven is an RV Resort in Glide.
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4-day school weeks at Glide School District
The Glide School District serves children in the neighborhood. Kids attend Glide Elementary School, which receives a B from Niche, for kindergarten through sixth grade. B-minus-rated Glide Middle School and teaches seventh and eighth grade students. Young teens advance to Glide High, which earns a B-minus from Niche. The entire school district has four-day school weeks and a summer meals program that provides free lunches for students while public schools are closed. The Umpqua Community College is 21 miles away. Glide Baptist Church has Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. and sermons at 10:30 a.m. Other churches include Glide Church of Christ, Glide Seventh-day Adventist Church and the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses.
Attend the annual Glide Sasquatch Festival
Glide Community Center is one of the pillars of the neighborhood. It acts as the main space for events ranging from birthday parties to wedding receptions. Glide Sasquatch Festival is a celebration of all things Bigfoot, including sasquatch experts and people dressed as the mythical creature under the hot summer sun. The tradition started in July 2022 and has since grown into a huge annual event that welcomed thousands of people in 2024.
Commute via Oregon Route 138
People use Oregon 138, or North Umpqua Highway, to reach Roseburg. There is no public transportation provided in Glide, and the VA Roseburg Health Care System is 18 miles away. The domestic-only Eugene Airport, which has seven airlines, is about an hour and a half away, while the Portland International Airport is about 3 hours away.
Mature forest parcels with homes are also common in Glide.
Flights to Glide typically come through the Rogue Valley International Medford Airport.
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Burgers and fries at Colliding Rivers Drive-in
Glide Store is a small convenience store that’s been serving the community for over 40 years. People also visit Idleyld Trading Post Deli & Liquor Store for to-go items and gasoline. Ranch Oregon Olive Oil is a local farm offering tastings, and the Atom Bistro and Coffee Bar is a small eatery that sells its own merchandise. People can peruse through stacks of vinyls and listen to records while ordering and eating. 138 Grill serves classic dishes like sandwich wraps and fish tacos. Colliding Rivers Drive-In is known for its burgers, fries and ice cream. Narrows Tavern is a small town bar with two pool tables and plenty of drink options. The nearest supermarket is Safeway 18 miles away.
The Glide Store is a convenience store with a Chevron in Glide, Oregon.
138 Grill offers a great jalapeno and honey burger worth trying in Glide.
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Oregon wildfire season
One downside to the area's beauty is wildfire season, which happens every year between July and October. In 2020, over Labor Day weekend, Glide experienced a fatal fire — the Archie Creek Fire — which burned over 100,000 acres and 100 homes. Since the tragedy, Umpqua National Forest has been able to restore most of the land. The Division of Financial Regulation, the Oregon insurance regulator, requires wildfire coverage in every homeowners policy. Oregon Wildfire Response and Recovery advises people to create a 30-ft. space around their homes for protection.
A fire camp in Glide protects the area from future incidents.
Homes in Glide offer amazing forest and river views.
GreatSchools:
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Parks in this Area
Colliding Rivers Park
Swift Water Recreation Area
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Glide
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
Glide Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Glide, Roseburg sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Glide, Roseburg over the last 12 months is $475,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Glide home move-in ready!! Open concept fully remodeled home is ready to go. Open kitchen with inner island and eating bar, tons of storage and updated appliances! Living room with large windows. Family and dining room with new wood stove and slider to back yard! Back yard is fully fenced with a covered back porch, green house, raised garden beds and a private view that you could stare at for
Welcome to 23056 N Umpqua Hwy in Idleyld Park—a peaceful retreat nestled on 1.11 acres just steps from the North Umpqua River. This charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath manufactured home offers 1,188 square feet of comfortable living space and is ideal for anyone looking to embrace a quieter, nature-filled lifestyle. The property features a large, established garden perfect for growing your own vegetables
PRIME Riverfront with breathtaking incredible views of the tranquil North Umpqua River (famous for fishing, boating, swimming) from your private deck and panoramic picture windows. Quality upgrades in this mid-century modern 4 br 3 bath home which includes guest quarters and bath. Upgraded gourmet kitchen with granite, quality stainless appliances, new refrigerator, eat bar, hardwood floors,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,692
Median Age
51
Population under 18
19.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
32.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$67,320
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$76,239
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.8%
College Graduates
19.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.8%
% Population in Labor Force
46.1%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
1/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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