Sunday, February 1, 2026 / by Nate Brantley
Oregon Lots & Land Report for February 2026
The Price of Dirt
Oregon's 2026 Acreage Heatmap
What does $500,000 buy you in Oregon? In Lake Oswego, it might buy you a half-acre garden. In Chiloquin, it buys you a ranch. We analyzed over 1,600 active listings to break down the distinct "Price Per Acre" tiers across the state's most active land markets.
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Read The Land Buyer's Guide →1. The Premium Tier
Gold Dust. It is no surprise that Lake Oswego tops the list, approaching $1M per acre for buildable lots. The surprise is Newport on the coast, where scarcity of developable ocean-view land has driven prices to rival the Portland Metro area.
View Premium Lots →2. The Sweet Spot
The Best Value in Oregon. This is where the smart money is moving. Roseburg and Coos Bay offer the perfect balance: high inventory (109 combined listings), usable land with timber and views, and a price point under $100k/acre. If you want a 5-acre homestead near a city, this is your target zone.
Browse Roseburg Acreage3. The Coastal Frontier
Ocean Air & Acreage. While Newport commands a premium, the southern and central coast offers incredible value. Florence stands out as the bargain leader at $84k/acre, offering dune access and riverfront potential for a fraction of northern prices.
View Florence Listings →4. The High Desert Value
Big Sky Country. Chiloquin has emerged as a major volume leader with 25 active listings. If you are looking for massive square footage, off-grid potential, or recreational land near Crater Lake, this is unmatched value.
View High Desert Land →Feasibility is Everything
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