Aurora, Oregon Real Estate News

New figures on Aurora, Oregon’s housing market were just released by Ticor Title Company. Click on the image below to view the entire report and check out the near-doubling in price trends.

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To view this new report, click on the image

Given the median Aurora lot size of 2.5 to 5 acres, it’s clear that our local Aurora, Oregon real estate market is strongly influenced by these desirable and typically more expensive properties. Plus with an average market time of more than nine months, it’s also important to note that Aurora, Oregon homesellers may need patience to maximize their selling price. 

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Thinking of selling your Aurora, Oregon property? Contact the Aurora experts and our sponsor, Certified Realty using the convenient form below for a FREE report on the value of your property in today’s market.

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Aurora Oregon Poll

Many Aurora residents and visitors would prefer not to drive to another town to shop. And keeping purchases close to home can benefit our Aurora economy.

Fact is, there aren’t a lot of stores in Aurora for many daily needs. A hardware store or grocery store, among others have been mentioned that could fit in our community.

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Pheasant Run Winery is a local Aurora business

Does Aurora, Oregon have enough stores to serve our citizens and visitors? Vote here today:

Aurora, Oregon Real Estate News

 

A recent report on Aurora, Oregon real estate provides some very interesting insights into our current market. The new study includes local market data on Aurora for easy comparison with neighboring towns.

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Notable New Aurora, Oregon Real Estate Stats In Red-Click Image To Enlarge

In the table above, several key elements are circled in red, showing where Aurora is a standout in several categories.

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Some Aurora History

Here’s a summary of the latest report with key information on our Aurora, Oregon real estate market:

Fewer Homes Are Sold In Aurora, Oregon
With just 9 properties sold last month in the survey, Aurora is behind only Hubbard’s 8 sold properties in having the fewest local home sales. Woodburn enjoys the distinction of most local homes sold, far outpacing the closest runner-up, #2 Silverton.

Aurora, Oregon Homes Are Big!
Aurora homes that sold last month averaged 2,153 square feet of living space. That figure dwarfs Woodburn (1,355 square feet) and Canby (1,530 square feet). Closest to Aurora’s large average home size was #2 Silverton at 1,985 square feet.

Aurora, Oregon Homes Are More Expensive
Related to Aurora’s larger average sold home size, Aurora also has the highest average selling price of all neighboring communities listed in the survey at $275,588. This is more than twice Woodburn’s average home price of $138,073. Closest to Aurora’s price was Canby at $262,637.

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Thinking About Selling Your Aurora, Oregon Property?
The experts at Certified Realty will provide you with a FREE report on what your home could sell for in today’s market. Certified Realty is Oregon’s choice since 1950, with features like dual multiple listing coverage for maximum marketing of your Aurora property. Dual multiple listing gets the word out to more qualified buyers about your property, so it routinely translates to a higher selling price, plus a faster closing.

Now’s The Time!
With nice weather and fewer competing homes on the market, now is a great time to contact the Aurora experts and our AuroraOregon.com sponsor, Certified Realty using the convenient contact form below.

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Aurora Oregon Firm Buys Army Helicopters

Columbia Helicopters based in Aurora, Oregon recently acquired five former army helicopters through a General Services Administration auction. As each craft enters the Columbia Helicopters maintenance facility, technician teams will conduct extensive inspections, including airframes, systems and components to make them airworthy.

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Boeing CH-47D Delicopter

As former military aircraft, the helicopters will be operated under restricted Federal Aviation Administration guidelines. This means they will not be used for passenger transport, but for support tasks like aerial firefighting, construction, and functions related to the oil and gas industry. No specific projects have been announced for the recently acquired helicopters, including use for timber transport.

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CH-47 Helicopter Cockpit

Founded in 1957, Columbia Helicopters is one of Aurora, Oregon’s largest employers. Columbia Helicopters have been featured in Hollywood movies, including Under Siege, Demolition Man, King Kong Lives, Starman and Runaway Train.

For more information about this vital Aurora, Oregon business, visit the Columbia Helicopters website here.

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Aurora Airport Approved For Tower

News of an air traffic control tower for the Aurora Airport was recently announced.

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Aurora State Airport

As the third busiest airport in Oregon, approximately 90,000 landings and takeoffs reportedly occur at Aurora each year. U.S. Senators Wyden and Merkley are on record for supporting the project, which is expected to enhance flight safety. Groundbreaking for the control tower is scheduled sometime in April, with completion expected toward the end of 2014. Read a recent story about the Aurora, Oregon airport tower here.