The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 97636 sells for about $325,000, or $215 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 112 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,150 a month.
ZIP 97636 — Paisley
The housing market in 97636 is characterized by low inventory and very low transaction volume, typical of a remote rural community. Prices have seen modest appreciation over the last decade, driven by limited supply rather than high demand. The market remains stable with little development activity expected in the near term.
This ZIP is best suited for retirees, remote workers seeking isolation, and outdoor enthusiasts who prioritize access to wilderness over proximity to urban employment centers.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 112 days on market with 7.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.2% · poverty 14.0% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 9.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 97636, Lake County OR
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the Paisley area are significantly lower than the national average, with property and violent crime incidents being rare in this rural setting.
The area is served by the Paisley School District, which operates a small K-12 school; the district is known for its intimate class sizes and community-focused educational environment.
The region faces moderate wildfire risk typical of high-desert Oregon, requiring residents to maintain defensible space and adhere to local fire-prevention ordinances.
Economic momentum is limited, with the local economy primarily driven by agriculture, ranching, and seasonal tourism related to outdoor recreation.
Property taxes are assessed by Lake County based on real market value; there are no local municipal income taxes, and the area benefits from Oregon's lack of a state sales tax.
Commuting is primarily local or involves long-distance travel to larger regional hubs like Lakeview or Bend, as there is no public transit infrastructure.
The area is a gateway to the Fremont-Winema National Forest and Summer Lake Wildlife Area, offering extensive opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and fishing.
The rental market is extremely thin with very low inventory, primarily consisting of single-family homes; vacancy pressure is low due to the lack of supply.
The economy is heavily reliant on agriculture, livestock ranching, and public sector employment, with limited industrial or corporate presence.
Transportation is entirely dependent on private vehicles, with Highway 31 serving as the primary arterial route through the region.
There are no major commercial or residential developments currently in the pipeline for this rural ZIP code.
The Lake County Assessor manages property valuations, which are updated annually based on market trends and physical property inspections.
Parcels are subject to standard county-level taxing districts, including the local school district and rural fire protection districts.
Property insurance premiums are rising due to increased wildfire risk across the Pacific Northwest, making coverage availability a key consideration for homeowners.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates for ZCTA 97636.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
A major regional destination for birdwatching and wildlife observation.
Provides vast public lands for hiking, hunting, and outdoor recreation.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.