See the most expensive home for sale in each of Oregon’s 36 counties

Thinking about moving in the New Year? Before you pack up your pots and pans, see what you can buy at the median sale price, which varies widely across Oregon. Portland homes can cost 2.5 times those in Baker County at the Idaho state line.

If you’re dreaming big, here’s a look at the most expensive residential properties for sale, from coastal settings to rural acreage, in each of Oregon’s 36 counties. Several inns, cottage clusters and wineries are marketed as offering housing for multi-generations.

Often, the highest listing is a farm or ranch, and real estate agents explain that the asking price is based on business opportunities, including dividing some of the land.

The median sale price for each county, as reported in the last 30 days by the real estate database Redfin, is the point in the middle in which half of the properties sold at a higher price and the other half at a lower price.

The median sale price for Baker County is $210,000, a 13.4% decrease compared to the same time period last year.

Baker County’s most expensive residential property for sale: 42759 Moody Road in Richland is listed at $2,999,000 by Evan Kaseberg of Land and Wildlife.

The estate includes Eagle Creek Vineyard, which is part of the Snake River American Viticultural Area, and spans 37.55 acres zoned exclusive farm use.

The median sale price for Benton County is $556,268, an 11.4% increase compared to the same period last year.

Benton County’s most expensive residential property for sale: 1000 N.E. Rodeo Drive in Corvallis is listed at $3,399,999 by Derek Manasco of Real Broker.

The 57.2-acre property includes a 1989 ranch-style house with 3,480 square feet of living space.

The median sale price for Clackamas County is $559,900, a 7.1% increase compared to the same time period last year.

Clackamas County’s most expensive residential property for sale: 1707 S.W. Schaeffer Road in West Linn is listed at $15 million by Tina Wyszynski of Cascade Hasson Sotheby’s International Realty.

“Villa de L’or estate is secreted 15 miles outside of downtown Portland … with a resort-like swimming pavilion, privacy and entertainment, nature and amenities,” says Wyszynski.

The median sale price for Clatsop County is $555,000, a 4.1% increase compared to the same time period last year.

Clatsop County’s most expensive residential property for sale: 31970 E. Ocean Lane in Arch Cape is listed at $3,625,000 by Peggy Hoag of Hoag Real Estate.

Arch Cape Inn & Retreat on 1.49 acres has ocean views, 10 rooms, 11.5 bathrooms and a terrace overlooking manicured gardens. “Use as private home with 9,500 square feet of living space,” says Hoag.

The median sale price for Columbia County is $445,000, a 15.6% increase compared to the same time period last year.

Columbia County’s most expensive residential property for sale: 35800 Riverside Lane in Scappoose is listed at $3 million by Danny Hill of John L. Scott-Salem.

The property has four homes plus an organic dairy facility along the Multnomah Channel of the Columbia River with full water rights to irrigate 101 acres.

The median sale price for Coos County is $385,000, an 8.5% increase compared to the same time period last year.

Coos County’s most expensive residential property for sale: 54134 Gould Road in Bandon is listed at $2,790,000 by Virgil Llewellyn of Gold Coast Properties.

The tri-level, contemporary residence with ocean views has a rooftop deck and net-zero solar system.

The median sale price for Crook County is $473,469, an 8.1% decrease compared to the same time period last year.

Crook County’s most expensive residential property for sale: 27280 N.E. Old Wolf Creek Road in Prineville is listed at $65 million by Gregory Yeakel with Robin Yeakel of Cascade Hasson Sotheby’s International Realty.

“The Ochoco Ranch with 40,040 acres is a recreational paradise offering natural beauty, astounding views, trophy wildlife, desirable creeks, ponds and complete privacy,” say the Yeakels.

The lodge complex includes a log home, two guest cabins and an accessory dwelling unit.

The median sale price for Curry County is $438,500, a 17.3% decrease compared to the same time period last year.

Curry County’s most expensive residential property for sale: 35400 Highway 101 in Gold Beach is listed at $10,888,000 by Marie Curtis of RE/MAX Coast and Country.

The massive log house is part of an estate with more than 28 acres of oceanfront viewing. There is also a guesthouse, private helipad and beach access.

“Seller may carry note for buyer with strong financials and down payment,” says Curtis.

The median sale price for Deschutes County is $612,250, a 2.8% decrease compared to the same time period last year.

Deschutes County’s most expensive residential property for sale: 11520 N.E. Canyons Ranch Drive in Terrebonne is listed at $7,980,000 by Chamese Christianson of Legacy Realty.

The contemporary house is in the gated Ranch at the Canyons community with views of Smith Rock, Red Rock Canyon and the Crooked River.

The median sale price for Douglas County is $335,000, a 3.4% increase compared to the same time period last year.

Douglas County’s most expensive residential property for sale: A property with an undisclosed address in Oakland is listed at $5,850,000 by Courtney Conn of North County Realty.

The log home on 256 acres has a one-of-a-kind stone fireplace.

The median sale price for Gilliam County is $365,000, a 126.7% increase compared to the same time period last year. Over-the-top transactions spike the median sale price.

Gilliam County’s most expensive residential property for sale: 1500 Main St. in Arlington is listed at $1.2 million by Lee Docken with Laurrie Blackman of Mountain Valley Land Company.

The custom home has views of the Columbia River.

The median sale price for Grant County is $279,259, a 6.4% increase compared to the same time period last year.

Grant County’s most expensive residential property for sale: 40838 Rudio Road in Kimberly is listed at $4,750,000 by Scott Hawes with Alexander Robertson of Fay Ranches.

The 297-acre Campbell Crossing Ranch has almost two miles of North Fork John Day River frontage plus the Rudio Creek flows through the property. The modern, updated farmhouse has four bedrooms and a wraparound deck.

The median sale price for Harney County is $280,000, an 8.1% increase compared to the same time period last year based on June 2022 records.

Harney County’s most expensive residential property for sale: 45259 Crane Venator Lane in Crane is listed at $3,498,000 by Timothy O’Neil of Land and Wildlife.

Crane Creek Ranch has 2,080 deeded acres and an additional 1,760 acres of rentable Bureau of Land Management land, says O’Neil.

The median sale price for Hood River County is $750,000, a 38% increase compared to the same time period last year.

Hood River County’s most expensive residential property for sale: 8885 Cooper Spur Road in Mt. Hood Parkdale is listed at $3.5 million by Vicki Brennan with Candice Richards of Copper West Real Estate.

The 42-acre property includes the Mt. Hood Bed & Breakfast with six suites, a 3,745-square-foot farmhouse, guest cottage, the original 1880 homestead and a modern event barn.

The median sale price for Jackson County is $409,500, a 2% decrease compared to the same time period last year.

Jackson County’s most expensive residential property for sale: 5500 Hillcrest Road in Medford is listed at $7 million by Tom Harrison with Colby Kielman of Oregon Opportunities Real Estate.

The 97.08 acres surrounding the existing 4,884-square-foot house can be developed, says Harrison.

The median sale price for Jefferson County is $441,663, a 28% increase compared to the same time period last year.

Jefferson County’s most expensive residential property for sale: 6500 N.E. Trout Creek Road in Ashwood is listed at $3.3 million by Mike Helms of National Land Realty.

The 3,200-acre ranch…