No recent changes in the real estate market here in Joesphine County. It's very challenging times for homeowners to compete with bank owned properties. As a listing agent we struggle with comparables to support our sales price and as a Buyers agent we struggle to find properties that will fit into a loan program or be in good enough repair to finance. I do see more homes in the 200/300K range selling but the majority are REO's (bank owned properties). We are also seeing multiple offers on properties that are bank owned.
If you've been waiting for the "deal" now would be the time with home prices and interest rates.
ZIP Codes: 97526, 97527 Location Characteristics: Grants Pass is a hub for various activites and adventures for all ages. Go west and you are quickly in the Illinois Valley with its picturesque vinyards and the states first national monument, the Oregon Caves. In the Siskiyou Mountains you can camp, hike, hunt, fish or explore the Kalmiopsis Wilderness Area where the plant life is unlike anywhere in the world. Fourty miles south of Grants Pass is the home of the world-renowned Shakespeare Festival in Ashland. The festival offers a wide array of productions February through October. Mt. Ashland awaits ski enthusiasts a bit further down the road. If the great outdoors is your interest, you'll love to know that the beautiful Rogue River cuts a path right through the heart of the county and the city. The river itself offers fishing, rafting, kayaking, jet boating, skiing, swimming, and hiking. You name it the river has it. Whatever you do, where ever you go, you're certin to find that Grants Pass and Josephine County are scenic, affordable, and centrally located. Once you visit our beautiful valley, you'll soon discover that Southern Oregon not only is a wonderful place to visit, but a great place to plant your roots.
LOCATION Grants Pass is located in southwestern Oregon, and is nestled in the foothills of the Cascade, Siskiyou, and coast mountain ranges. The county covers approx. 1,600 square miles in geographic size. Located at the juncture of Interstate 5 and US 199, commonly called the Redwood Highway. Portland, the states largest city, is located 245 miles north. San Francisco is 392 miles south, and the Pacific Ocean is 85 miles west of Grants Pass. The city's altitude is 948 feet.
POPULATION Grants Pass has an estimated papulation of 24,470 residents. Josephine county's population is estimated at 78,350 and growing at a rate of 20.9 percent in the past 10 years.
CLIMATE AVERAGES Moderate and mild describe the year round climate in Grants Pass. However, nature also provides a distinct change in the seasons. Autumn comes gently with golden hues rich and vibrant; Indian summers are common. Raincoats are needed November through March, and although snow can be seen on the surrounding foothills during parts of the winter, it is rare when it collects on the valley floor. Spring blossoms beautifully in March and summer brings hot days often tempered by gentle breeze and cool nights.
About Sheila Berard:
As a real estate Professional, I realize how important service is to my clients. I believe that buying and selling real estate should be a smooth and pleasant experience. No two clients are the same, no two listings are the same and no two deals are the same. Each has it’s own characteristics and challenges. In order to provide the best service possible I have an assistant who also happens to be my daughter. She has several years experience in assisting Brokers in providing better service to their clients. Her name is Jennifer Veitch and she is also a licensed Broker in the State of Oregon.
Because she is a licensed Broker, she can show property, explain paperwork and assist you with any real estate questions you may have. It is our on going commitment to provide first class service to all our valued clients. We’ll listen to your needs, study the market and find what’s right for you. We pledge to assist and guide you through the complexity of each real estate transaction with integrity, attention to detail and the best customer service. We are focused, committed and determined to satisfy your needs to the best of our ability.
We welcome the opportunity to work with you in buying or selling real estate. Whether your are moving from across town or across country, it would be an honor to help you make that next move.
“Your Ideal Team”
Sheila Berard & Jennifer Veitch Brokers
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