Previously a French colony in the early 1800s, Melrose Orchards is now a quiet, countryside neighborhood 10 miles from downtown Roseburg. Originally called French Settlement, the neighborhood is full of vast open acres and farmland. “There’s more farm life here than anything,” says Chris Woodruff, a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty Southern Oregon who’s been selling homes for nearly a decade. “People move here for privacy.” In Melrose Orchards, people stay out of each other’s business, but it’s purely because of space. “Homes have at least 2 to 5 acres of land,” says David Jaques, Broker/Owner of Al Pine Real Estate 1, who has lived in the area for nearly four decades. Melrose Elementary School, one of the most sought-after schools in the area, is in the neighborhood. “A lot of people looking for a home are really looking for their kids,” he says.
There are a lot of vineyards in the Melrose Orchards area.
Farmhouses in Melrose echo the tranquil charm of the valley.
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Melrose Elementary School, Melrose Christian School
Melrose Elementary School, the No. 1 public elementary school in Douglas County, receives a B-plus from Niche. Children can advance to B-minus-rated Fremont Middle School, before moving on to Roseburg High School, which receives a B from Niche. The middle school has a “Fremont Student Closet,” for students who need clothes. Roseburg High has one of the largest career and technical education, or CTE, programs in Oregon. Umpqua Community College is 18 miles away, and Melrose Christian School is the neighborhood’s private school option, offering middle through high school education. Nearby Geneva Academy offers a private K-12 education. Melrose Community Church has nursery and preschool classes and Sunday sermons at 10:30 a.m. Downtown Roseburg also has other churches, like Redeemer’s Fellowship and Roseburg Alliance Church.
Nurturing young minds at Melrose Elementary in Melrose, Oregon.
Roseburg High School: Building strong minds and bright futures in Oregon.
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Farmhouses starting at $700,000
Melrose Orchard has plenty of acreage, giving neighbors lots of elbow room. Ranch-style homes are priced between $300,000 and $400,000. Farmhouses sit on an average of 2 to 5 acres and range from $700,000 to $800,000. Homes have forest-filled backyards and long driveways leading directly to the road. The neighborhood doesn’t have any sidewalks, but most people have enough space in their backyards for daily strolls.
Melrose Orchards has an abundance of land to give you and your family privacy.
Quaint farmhouses nestled in the heart of Melrose, Oregon's lush Countryside.
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Singleton Park, River Forks Park
There aren’t any traditional parks in Melrose Orchards, but most people still have lots of outdoor space between homes and in their backyards. Singleton Park is the closest green space to Melrose Orchard 11 miles away, with a playground and picnic areas. It’s also a prime location for fishing along the North Umpqua River. River Forks Park has a boat ramp, a splash pad and playground, and picnic areas 12 miles away. Roseburg Country Club is a private course located downtown that offers exclusive events for members, along with an 18-hole and 9-hole course. Single memberships start at $225-$275 per month for families.
River Forks Park: A Melrose, Oregon haven with river views and endless trails.
Melrose Orchard is a rural neighborhood with no supermarkets or restaurants. “Everybody comes to town [downtown Roseburg] to grocery shop and go out to eat,” Woodruff says. Fred Meyer and Walmart are downtown, and McMenamins Roseburg Station Pub & Brewery offers burgers and beer in an old train depot. Casey’s is a roadside diner that serves everything from omelets to chef salads to breaded chicken fried steak. With all its farmland, Jaques says the community also offers lots of produce. “Melrose is a good source for farm-to-table items,” he says. Integral Farm, a small family-owned farm that has seasonal produce, is central to the community. Lahne Farms is a local market 18 miles away selling fresh food like peaches and peppers from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. four days per week.
McMenamins Roseburg Station Pub has appetizing food menu options.
Casey's is a great place to get some breakfast in Roseburg.
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Cruising down Melqua Road
People reach Interstate 5, the main thoroughfare nearby, by hopping on Melqua and Melrose Road. There is no public transportation in Melrose Orchards. In case of emergency, the nearest hospital is VA Roseburg Health Care System 9 miles away. The domestic-only Eugene Airport has seven airlines about an hour and a half away, while the Portland International Airport is about 3 hours away.
The highway 5 is used to get around the Roseburg area.
Eugene Airport is the closest airport that you can fly out of in the Roseburg area.
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Parties at Celebration Ranch
People visit Celebration Ranch, an event space in the neighborhood, for birthdays, weddings and family reunions in its barn. It also has a disc golf course. The area has two well-known wineries: Hillcrest Vineyards – which is in the neighborhood – along with Melrose Vineyards 5 miles away, and Cooper Ridge Vineyards 11 miles away.
There are a lot of vineyards in the Melrose Orchards area.
Melrose Vineyards has a lot of different wines you can try.
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Oregon wildfire season
One downside to the nature in Melrose Orchards is wildfire season, a period from July to October when the area is highly prone to forest fires. Luckily, there are federal forest policies to reduce the risk. Oregon insurance code requires every homeowner's insurance policy to include wildfire coverage. FEMA, or the Federal Emergency Management Agency, offers tips and resources. The Douglas Forest Protective Association and Coos Forest Protective Association work with the Oregon Department of Forestry to prevent wildfires.
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Parks in this Area
River Forks Park
Singleton Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Melrose Orchards
US
Homicide
1
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
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Melrose Orchards, Roseburg sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Melrose Orchards, Roseburg over the last 12 months is $720,975, up 28% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
629
Median Age
56
Population under 18
16.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
36.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$96,205
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$104,361
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.6%
College Graduates
30.1%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.6%
% Population in Labor Force
50.5%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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