The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 97828 sells for about $369,600, or $215 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 88 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $888 a month.
ZIP 97828 — Enterprise
The housing market in ZIP 97828 is characterized by low inventory and steady, modest price appreciation. Demand remains consistent among local buyers and those seeking a rural lifestyle, though the limited supply keeps sales volume low. The market is currently balanced, with no significant signs of speculative pressure or rapid price volatility.
This ZIP is best suited for outdoor enthusiasts, families seeking a rural lifestyle, and retirees who value community and access to wilderness, rather than commuters or investors seeking high-density rental yields.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 88 days on market with 7.2 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.9% · poverty 7.9% — 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 8.0%/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 5.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 97828, Wallowa 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 Wallowa County are generally low, with property and violent crime incidents occurring at rates significantly below the national and state averages.
Schools in the Enterprise School District are highly regarded for their small class sizes and strong community involvement, consistently meeting state academic standards.
The area faces moderate wildfire risk during summer months, and property owners are encouraged to maintain defensible space; flood risk is generally low outside of immediate river corridors.
Economic momentum is driven by tourism, agriculture, and timber, with limited large-scale industrial development; infrastructure remains focused on maintaining rural connectivity.
Property taxes are assessed by Wallowa County based on real market value; Oregon does not have a state sales tax, and local districts include school, fire, and hospital levies.
Commuting is primarily by private vehicle, with most residents working within the local Enterprise or Wallowa County area; there is no public transit infrastructure for long-distance commuting.
The area is a gateway to the Wallowa Mountains and Eagle Cap Wilderness, offering extensive hiking, fishing, and outdoor recreation; local amenities include parks and small-town shopping in Enterprise.
The rental market is tight with limited inventory, primarily serving local workers and seasonal staff; vacancy rates are low due to the lack of multi-family housing stock.
The economy is anchored by agriculture, timber, and a growing tourism sector centered on the Wallowa Mountains; major employers include local government, school districts, and regional healthcare providers.
Transportation is heavily reliant on personal vehicles; the area is served by state highways with no major public transit or rail corridors.
Development is largely limited to small-scale residential infill and minor commercial improvements; no major large-scale infrastructure projects are currently active.
Parcels are subject to Wallowa County property tax levies, including Enterprise School District, local fire protection districts, and hospital district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by wildfire risk assessments; homeowners in forested areas may face higher costs or limited carrier availability.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 97828.
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.
- Joseph Canyon Viewpoint4.85.2 mi
- Joseph Canyon Viewpoint4.85.2 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Major recreational destination for boating, fishing, and camping.
Extensive trail system for hiking and backpacking.
Community park providing local green space and picnic areas.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.