Sisters, Oregon is located on the eastside of the Cascade Mountains in Central Oregon, about 100 miles SE of Portland.
Sisters, Oregon is best known for its 1.6 million acres of National Forest land, its 200 lakes, 10,000 foot Cascade Mountain parks, and 500 miles of clear, fast running trout streams.
Sisters Country, as the locals like to call it, is where you will find Camp Sherman, Suttle lake, Black Butte Ranch, Aspen Lakes Golf Course and HooDoo Ski Area. A majestic “jewel” of the Pacific Northwest, Sisters Country is a prime location of natural beauty from the center of town, and out the the Pacific Crest Trail.
What is the Average Price of a house in Sisters, OR?
There were 67 properties on the market, at the end of July 2022. Of those 67 properties, there is much diversity. All of what is For Sale are single family houses, with no condos nor cottages on the market.
The average price per sq ft is currently $431, which is down from a high of $487 per sq ft in back in December, 2021. Prices range from $495,000 for a 1627 sq ft single-level house up to $18,950,000 for a 14,666 sq ft, custom estate on 188 acres.
Are there Condos or Townhouses in Sisters, OR?
Yes, there are numerous, garden style condo and townhouse communities. Most have small yards and mountain views.
There are currently 2 condo/townhouse listings For Sale as of July, 2022 in Sisters, OR. The range is $475,000 for a 1455 sq ft townhouse, up to $595,000 for an 1150 sq ft single level unit in coveted Pine Meadow.
Condos and Townhomes do not come to market as often as detached houses, so if you want to be the first to know about new listings, create a search or contact us to set a search for you.
How many people live in Sisters, OR?
Within the city limits, there are 2088 residents, with about 10,000 in the trade area. This provides for a density of 1048 people per square mile. The median age is currently 38 years with the percent of family households at 66%.
What Neighborhoods are in Sisters, OR?
Sisters Country covers roughly 10 square miles. And within that area are numerous neighborhoods which are nestled in the pines or set amongst the sage and rock canyons. Whatever your lifestyle, you will find a place that will suit you.
Backing up to popular Whychus Creek, you will find the urban platted neighborhoods of Buck Run, Creekside, Timber Creek and Coyote Springs. Sited on modest lots, these neighborhoods are still wooded and provide that sense of rural seclusion.
Pine Meadow Village sits on the western edge of town, and provides amazing views of the Three Sisters mountains. You will find both houses and townhouses here, amongst fantastic green space.
Northwest of town, off highway 20 is Tollgate, a neighborhood in a rural setting, with mature pines providing seclusion. There are 440 lots, developed back in the ‘70’s and suitable for equestrian owners. Most lots are ½ acre in size which affords backyard horse owners space they need. The streets are named after equestrian tack, which further encompases Sister’s Country living.
Just 4 miles west of town is the Crossroads neighborhood. Much like Tollgate, yet smaller in size, Crossroads is about 200 lots with a broad range of house styles. There is a very relaxed design/construction requirement in Crossroads.
To the north of town is Indian Ford Meadows and Sage Meadow. Both areas offer a wide range of house styles and sizes. Most of the property in these areas is acreage of all sizes. As you might expect, ranches, farms and animals are commonplace. One of the best features of either of these neighborhoods is the quiet seclusion, the amazing night skies and the close distance to town. Paradise found!
A little bit further NE of town is Squaw Creek Canyon Estate, located in the rimrock country area. Still a part of Sisters Country, the Squaw Creek Canyon Estates neighborhood is set in a rural area, with large acreage sized lots adorned with juniper and sage. You will also find plenty of mature pines, BLM access and amazing rock formations and out cropings.
Aspen Lakes, a clustered golf community on the east edge of town was first developed in the 1980’s and built our through the 1990’s. A neighborhood of mostly custom houses, this coveted neighborhood rarely has much for sale, and when there are those opportunities, they tend to sell quickly.
Summary of Housing Options in Sisters, Oregon
From what we have shared here, the housing options in Sisters Country is vast. From acreage to farms to ranches, or just a modest lot in a developed neighborhood, there is really a place for everyone here. The recreation options are many and the views of the mountains and buttes enhanced by the daily wildlife sightings makes for a truly special, and enjoyable place to live.
Find a Reliable and Punctual Real Estate Broker at PNW Oregon Houses
Because we are local Realtors, we can guide you through the process of selecting the best neighborhoods to consider. In addition to neighborhoods, there are many other housing options, throughout the area. Working with a knowledgeable broker will not only provide the full menu of available property, but will also make the process of locating and visiting those properties much easier. Be sure to set up you Free Property Search today, so that you can stay updated in real time of property that fits your criteria.
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