🌲 The best places to invest in luxury estates and ranches on the Oregon Coast

[AJ Wong]

There are few places as iconic to visit or invest as the Pacific Coast in the US and the coastal stretch of Oregon is no exception. Astonishingly, I'd argue that the luxury Oregon Coast Real Estate market is still a bit under the radar. Having toured some of the most prestigious, expensive and historic estates and properties from Brookings to Astoria, there is still considerable investment opportunity at the very high end of the luxury market. At least comparatively to properties in California, Washington, Montana and Idaho, investors seemingly still get a lot of value for their capital. 

Part of the reason coastal values haven't quite scaled to heights of neighboring states is the remoteness and lack of winter sports and high end amenities and entertainment, but that doesn't mean trophy estates, ranches and homes don't exist. Recently, a lot of the market factors that kept people away, are the same that are drawing attention. Charming, smaller coastal towns with a slower pace of life, natural amenities, seclusion and semi-self sustainability are high on the wish list of many high level clients and investors. 

Climate refuge is a genuine priority for many and a reasonably distanced retreat or refuge has perhaps never been more valuable? Clean water, air, peace and sunshine are nature's remedies and in over-abundance on the Oregon Coast. 

My top locations for luxury Oregon Coast Real Estate Investment, estates and ranches are: 

- Brookings, Gold Beach and Bandon - One of the few stretches beyond Big Sur that you can actually drive along the Pacific Coast Highway at altitude. The views are breathtaking and offer some of the most dramatic combinations of beaches, dunes, rivers, lakes and mountains. Bandon in particular has a very strong trajectory due to the ever expanding reputation of Bandon Dunes Golf Course as a worldwide attraction. 

- Florence, Lakeside, Yachats - This is fairly accessible region through Eugene and also offers spectacular landscapes and amenities. Many of the estate properties are located on lakes or rivers providing unique recreational activities. The location is central to northern or southern coast attractions. 

- Manzanita, Arch Cape, Cannon Beach, Pacific City - Already well established as the more prestigious zip code on the Oregon Coast and just a quick drive from Portland this northern coast region offers premium restaurants, experiences and accessibility. Quintessential coastal PNW with beaches that are among the top rated anywhere. 

Runner Up:

- Lincoln City, Seaside, Gearhart - All of these towns are charming and growing and have all of the above to offer. I think what they lack are the unforgettable beaches and views. Obviously there are properties and investments that are exceptions but since we're discussing nearly unlimited budgets, my first look for a legacy estate would be begin in other areas. *There are several cities and towns not noted that are deserving and feature one of a kind coastal ranches and estates. 

So what does $1-10M get investors on the Oregon Coast? Here are a few active examples and sales we think demonstrate investment value: 

North Coast: 3 Bedrooms / 4 Bathrooms / 4032SF on 1.6 Acres with custom architecture. Asking $3.95M https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/79274-Ray-Brown-Rd-Arch-C...

Central Coast: 4 Bedrooms / 4 Bathrooms/ 4254SF on 4+ Acres with panoramic views. Asking $1.7M https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/94515-Highway-101-S-Yacha...

South Coast: 5 Bedrooms / 9 Bathrooms / 9301SF on 34+ Acres with guesthouse and caretakers house. Asking $6.749M  https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/36044-Highway-101-Gold-Be...

Lincoln City - Breathtaking Estate. Asking $5M https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/179-Siletz-Hwy-Lincoln-Ci...

Coastal Ranch - 4 structures. 775 Acres. Asking $8.9M https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/32940-Miller-Ranch-Rd-Gol...

Lakefront - Large updated home on acreage. Asking $1.99M https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/83837-Highway-101-Florenc...