Selma, OR

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Population
520
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
1,326 ft
Median Home Value
$231,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$43,372
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Selma is a quiet rural community tucked away in southern Oregon's scenic Illinois Valley. Set along the Redwood Highway between Grants Pass and Cave Junction, it offers a peaceful, forested setting with Deer Creek winding right through the area. Life here revolves around open green spaces, towering evergreens, and easy access to local rivers and mountain trails. It is an appealing spot for anyone looking for acreage, fresh air, and an unhurried pace.

The community has a friendly, down-to-earth feel centered around hubs like the Selma Community and Education Center, which hosts weekly farmers markets and neighborhood gatherings. Just down the road sits Lake Selmac, a popular destination for fishing, kayaking, camping, and walking along the shoreline. With larger stores, dining, and healthcare an easy drive away in Grants Pass, Selma provides comfortable countryside living with convenient access to town amenities.

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