Is Colton, OR 97017 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Seller’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Colton is a seller’s market. With about 2.1 months of supply and 17% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.

Months of supply2.1Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list16.7%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list98.4%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market43Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$323▼ −3.3% vs. last year

The Colton housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 17% of homes in Colton, OR 97017 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 43 days and there were 2.1 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 6 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking was about the same (17% then), homes sold faster (119 days then) and the median sale price fell 33% to $683,454. Overall, Colton is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Clackamas County, homes here sell more slowly than in 87% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in 65%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Government Camp 97028 (0% sold over asking) or Beavercreek 97004 (0% sold over asking), while Clackamas 97015 (35% sold over asking) and Portland 97222 (35% sold over asking) are even more competitive.

Nearby markets

Beavercreek 97004Balanced $425 /sq ftBoring 97009Seller’s market $335 /sq ftBrightwood 97011Buyer’s market $345 /sq ftCanby 97013Seller’s market $317 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Colton real estate

Is Colton a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A seller’s market: there were 2.1 months of supply in Colton, OR 97017 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.

How fast do homes sell in Colton?

The typical home went under contract in 43 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Colton sell over asking?

17% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 98.4% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Colton?

About 0.85% of a home’s value a year in Clackamas County, or roughly $3,400 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Colton?

The median sale price was $683,454 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $323 per square foot.

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