Why Live in Winchester Bay
Winchester Bay in Reedsport is a coastal neighborhood known for its proximity to the sand dunes and the beach, making it a popular spot for dune buggies and summer activities. Residents and visitors enjoy camping at Umpqua Lighthouse State Park Campground, Winchester Bay RV Resort, and Umpqua Dunes RV Park. The area offers various hiking trails, including Lake Marie Trailhead and Eel Lake Trail. The Reedsport Golf Course, a public 9-hole course, is 4 miles away, while Highland Park features softball fields, a swimming pool, a paved walking trail, and a community garden. Homes in Winchester Bay range from manufactured homes with dormer roofs to larger single-family homes and waterfront properties. The neighborhood lacks sidewalks, but residents can walk along paved roads. Reedsport Community Charter School serves K-12 students and offers numerous athletic programs and clubs. Route 101, or Oregon Coast Highway, provides access to nearby cities, with Coos County Area Transit offering bus services. The Winchester Bay ferry operates seasonally, and Lower Umpqua Hospital is 4 miles away. The Southwest Oregon Regional Airport, 21 miles away, offers flights to San Francisco and Denver. Local attractions include the Umpqua River Lighthouse, whale watching, and the Winchester Bay Community Center, which hosts the monthly Windy Bay Flea Market. Dining options feature Crabby's Bar & Grill, King Neptune Drive-In, and Umpqua Triangle Oysters. The nearest supermarket is Safeway, 7 miles away in Reedsport, and the Pony Village Mall is 26 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Winchester Bay a good place to live?
Winchester Bay is a good place to live. Winchester Bay is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Winchester Bay is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Winchester Bay has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 56. The average household income is $64,106 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 17.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Winchester Bay are home owners, with 28.2% of residents renting and 71.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Winchester Bay can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
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Is Winchester Bay, OR a safe neighborhood?
Winchester Bay, OR is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Winchester Bay?
The median home price in Winchester Bay is $575,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $115,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,980 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $128K a year to afford the median home price in Winchester Bay. The average household income in Winchester Bay is $64K.
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Home Trends in Winchester Bay, OR
Median Sale Price
$559,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$559,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$277
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$575,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
