Sold381d on market
281 Merlot Dr
Cave Junction, OR, 97523 • 97523 • Josephine County
$349,900
$173/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
2,025Sqft
0.19 acLot
2007Built
Property DNA
Scenic Views
Mountain(s) · Territorial
Contemporary Style
Built 2007 · 19 years of history
Hanby Vistas Subdivision
97523
Outdoor Living
Deck
Storage
Storage
2-Car Garage
Attached · Garage Door Opener
Premium Finishes
Walk-In Closet(s)
This home is in high demand
Listed 381 days ago · 9 views · 1 saves · Top 2% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
9 views
People checking out this listing
1 saves
Buyers have saved this home
381 days on market
Established listing
$173/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 2% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 2007
Welcome to your new home in the picturesque Illinois Valley of Southern Oregon! This charming residence, built in 2007, offers 2,025 sq ft of spacious, open living. Start your day with a cup of coffee on the cozy covered front porch, step into the inviting living room featuring gas fireplace, vaulted ceilings with fan, recessed lighting, and a wall of windows to fill the space with natural light. The well-designed kitchen boasts convenient roll-out cabinetry, large island w/seating, plenty of counter space, and spacious dining area that opens onto the covered back porch. The private primary suite is set apart from the guest bedrooms and includes a dual vanity in the bathroom, a walk-in closet, and built-in shelving. The low-maintenance property requires no lawn mowing, with a drip irrigation system in place for the lush landscaping, and offers RV parking on the side of the home. Conveniently located near medical facilities, restaurants, and shops in the charming town of Cave Junction!
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,190/month
Principal & Interest$1,724
Property Tax$350
Insurance$117
Down payment20% ($69,980)
3%50%
Est. 6.25% rate · 30yr fixed · $279,920 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built2007
HeatingHeat Pump
CoolingHeat Pump
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
Lot8,276 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleContemporary
Year built2007
Stories1
Systems
HeatingHeat Pump
CoolingHeat Pump
RoofComposition
ConstructionFrame
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAttached, Garage Door Opener
Garage2 spaces
BasementNone
FencingFenced
Lot8,276 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood97523
Annual tax$2,882
Parcel390816DA00030900
Features & details
13 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Breakfast Bar
Built-in Features
Ceiling Fan(s)
Double Vanity
Kitchen Island
Laminate Counters
Linen Closet
Open Floorplan
Pantry
Primary Downstairs
Shower/Tub Combo
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances
Dishwasher
Range
Range Hood
Flooring
Carpet
Vinyl
Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Heat Pump
Fireplace
Gas
Living Room
Windows
Double Pane Windows
Vinyl Frames
Exterior Features
Parking
Attached
Garage Door Opener
Construction
Frame
Patio & Porch
Deck
Lot Features
Drip System
Landscaped
Level
Views
Mountain(s)
Territorial
Other Structures
Storage
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market381
Est. value$357,900
Est. rent$2,282/mo
Tax rate0.55%
Price/sqft$173
On marketFeb 15, 2025
PostedOct 8, 2025
Last sold$349,900
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedSep 15, 2025
Tour days6
Views9
Favorites1
How are the schools in Cave Junction?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Cave Junction, OR, 97523
Price history
10 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 21, 2025Sold$349,900$173Oregon Datashare
Feb 25, 2025Pending Sale$349,900$173Oregon Datashare
Feb 15, 2025Listed For Sale$349,900$173Oregon Datashare
Sep 8, 2024Listing Removed$359,000$177Oregon Datashare
Jun 28, 2024Listed For Sale$359,000$177Oregon Datashare
Apr 11, 2023Listing Removed$380,000$188Oregon Datashare
Oct 13, 2022Listed For Sale$380,000$188Oregon Datashare
Apr 20, 2017Sold$230,000$114Oregon Datashare
Feb 18, 2017Listed For Sale$245,000$121Bradley Realty
Aug 5, 2009Sold$175,000$86Public Record
Sold$349,900
Mar 21, 2025•$173/sqft•Oregon Datashare
Pending Sale$349,900
Feb 25, 2025•$173/sqft•Oregon Datashare
Listed For Sale$349,900
Feb 15, 2025•$173/sqft•Oregon Datashare
Listing Removed$359,000
Sep 8, 2024•$177/sqft•Oregon Datashare
Listed For Sale$359,000
Jun 28, 2024•$177/sqft•Oregon Datashare
Listing Removed$380,000
Apr 11, 2023•$188/sqft•Oregon Datashare
Listed For Sale$380,000
Oct 13, 2022•$188/sqft•Oregon Datashare
Sold$230,000
Apr 20, 2017•$114/sqft•Oregon Datashare
Listed For Sale$245,000
Feb 18, 2017•$121/sqft•Bradley Realty
Sold$175,000
Aug 5, 2009•$86/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
19 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2024$2,882$242,030
Apr 7, 2023$2,566$234,990
Apr 7, 2022$2,553$234,990
Apr 7, 2021$2,564$221,510
Apr 7, 2020$2,564$215,060
Apr 7, 2019$2,491$208,800
Apr 7, 2018$2,491$202,720
Apr 7, 2017$2,437$196,820
Apr 7, 2016$2,044$191,090
Apr 7, 2015$2,044$185,530
Apr 7, 2014$1,947$180,130
Apr 7, 2013$1,865$174,890
Apr 7, 2012$1,811$169,800
Apr 7, 2011$1,711$164,860
Apr 7, 2010$1,680$160,060
Apr 7, 2009$1,634$155,400
Apr 7, 2008$1,623$150,880
Apr 7, 2007$314$28,970
Apr 7, 2005——
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Cave Junction, OR • Josephine County
Nearby cities
Cave JunctionGrants PassKerbyMerlinO BrienSelmaWildervilleWilliams
Nearby zip codes
97523975319753497544
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