I've lived here over 58 yrs and would like to try another place but you're reminding me of how wonderful it is to live here and making me second guess myself!
I lived in Medford about 25 years ago or so. Nothing to write home about. Around Medford you had Central Point, White City, Talent, Phoenix, Ashland and Jacksonville.
Talent has it's own theatre ... The Camelot .. which is just as good if not better than some in Ashland. Some excellent restaurants, and a walkable downtown with parks and coffee shops you would not expect in a town this small. It's a real gem and not just a "suburb" of Ashland or Medford. Oldtown has a strong sense of community and there are some beautiful new developments as well. You really didn't give this town a fair shake in my opinion 🙂
Since you are in a metaphysics camp, as someone with like ilk, which areas of Southern Oregon do you feel as comfortable or just high vibe? I am not seeking “ things to do” , just the setting, and we know Oregon is beautiful
@Meta- don’t forget to add- properties in talent reflect property values in Ashland!! It’s expensive to live in southern Oregon!! We’ve lived here 20 years. We are very liberal here. 😡
I stayed an entire summer here in '22,and I really love the area.I am New Jersey native born and raised but I have considered a return to the Rogue Valley
I lived in Eagle Point for 12 years and overall enjoyed it. Just tiring with the smoke issues all the time having asthma. But certainly the area offers a lot of activities. But I have since retired and moved to SE Asia.
Yes, the smoke can be an issue in the Pacific Northwest sometimes, depending on the direction of the wind and location of the fires. Thankfully, we haven't been socked in with smoke for weeks on end in quite some time. Fingers crossed that continues!
Thank you for watching! My experience with the local Hospitals has all been fantastic. In fact, the Asante Hospital System has been ranked as a top 15 system in country for the last 10 years and they have three Hospitals across the Southern Oregon area. The only other Hospital is Providence, which I have not had any personal experience with. Don't hesitate to reach out if there is anything I can do to help. Call or Text me at 541-954-7758 or email brian.simmons@exprealty.com
The weather is most comparable to Sacramento. A little cooler in the winter and not quite as hot in the summer, but similar in regards to rain and such.
Had a girlfriend in Medford back in the day. Medford never interested me. Did like camping over at Indian Mary campground. Watch for the rattlesnakes and scorpions.
only if you want to explore some of the off road trails in OR. Even then most are generally easily passable for any non lowered vehicle. I own a Grand Marquis and have yet to find anywhere I cannot explore, at least sticking to the standard tourist areas. Last week I visited a couple of Rogue Valley "Ghost" town (actually a mine), slight dirt road, passable by just about anything. Even my Mom's Mini Cooper would have had no issues what so ever. Now if you want to visit the "back country areas" (most not in the NP btw) then 4WD would be advisable. But then doing something like that really takes planning and is not something a novice should be attempting alone. But for the NP's, I'm guessing your thinking Crater lake, then no. At least in the spring, summer, and fall. Winter is a whole nother story. But then, most areas in the NP's are closed or partially closed in snowy conditions.
Recent Summers in Medford?? SMOKE, Smoke, SmOke…. (bad air from surrounding forests/wildfires descend into Medford - stay indoors in Summer, very very sad). Otherwise, gorgeous! I see their residents house shopping in near-coastal WA state (Hoquiam, Aberdeen, Ocean Shores, Montesano… for small towns here)
This year was fantastic until mid August. Then it's been hot or miss depending on the day and wind direction. That's the way it goes. There have been recent summers that have been very slowly and others that have been very good air quality all summer. Totally depends on fire location and wind direction.
Thanks for your response, much appreciate your honest perspective. For myself, I feel the weather so far inland is a bit too warm, and then too cold in Winters = snow/ice, compared to the more maritime weather I have currently (Seattle near Puget Sound, Grays Harbor area). We had an absolutely stellar cool and smoke=free Summer until the last few days (Canadian smoke for the most part), but it's still cool in Aberdeen, so now A/C, even if windows shut due to occasional smoke blowing by). In Seattle it's been warm latter half of August, and with NO insulation here and the urban heat raising night time temps, it's stuffy i here, even with my various high quality air filtration modes. For me, as one trained in undergrad for 4 yrs in 'Evironmental Design', later Masters degree in Arch/Urban Planning, I do pay a great deal of attention to the lay of the land, As a realtor I know that you are paying attention as well, tho I realize we are all likely to give a bit of a rosy glasses glow to wherever we may happen to have hung our hats - hoping to keep them there as climate change affects ALL of our lives! Are any of your vids more focused on these matters? (Fire/Smoke/Heat etc Tree Health/topographical micro=climates, etc??) I think this info is more and more desired by those scouting an area! Thanks again, appreciate your description of the feel of various towns along the way down near Ashland/Medford - but the air down there is insanely smokey (I carry PurpleAir map w/ me constantly), and my observation is it's been in the tank the last few Summers, and very 'warm', as well. (Can't do heat any longer, thus I picked up the Aberdeen prop!) @@BuyingSouthernOregon
One thing to know if moving into southern oregon is that the Health Care options are ABYSMAL!! I moved to S. Oregon from S. California. (could not wait to get out Cali). Oregon health care is worse than a lot of 3rd world countries, especially after coming from Cali. Despite all the problems that CA has the one thing that they do well, is health care. When I moved up here I was recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. took 4 years in CA to get under control, Finally got it locked down and then moved to OR. And they completely shot everything I had managed out the window. 3 years later and I'm still no where near where I was after leaving CA just due to Oregon regulations. First thing I found is that there are NO DOCTORS!! I'm not kidding, there are no MD's (general practice), All clinics, health centers, medical complexes, are all staffed with AT BEST nurses but usually just "medical practitioners", who see you and then refer you to specialists. In Grants Pass, there is actually only 1 actual MD (no longer taking patients) all others are RN's or MP's (medical practitioners). As a diabetic one doctor that I need regularly is an endocrinologist. There are 3, none of which are taking new patients, if you currently need an endocrinologist, you must drive to Eugene (170 miles N of Medford). In addition most medical appts are currently running at least 7-8 weeks out. Got a cold? You can see a MP in 2 months and then they can refer you to a specialist 2 months after that! Like I said ABYSMAL. Now one good thing is that you can use walk in clinics, most here in GP have a very short wait time (last time I went in I had to wait 30 minutes. BUT you never know who your gonna see. So if you dont mind getting someone who does not know your history and have to explain your history every time you go in, walk in clinics are not bad. I've only had to use the ER a couple of times in the last few years. Last time was 3 months ago when mom broke her wrist. No wait, I walked in and they had her back in the exam rooms before I could even give the receptionist all her info. And 2 years ago Dad had a stroke and it only took them about 5 minutes to get him triaged. So Emergency care is really good. But I cannot stress enough just how BAD the medical care is in OR. Everything else is Fabulous!!! I love everything about living here EXCEPT for medical.
I definitely agree with you on the emergency care, walk in care, and everything else about living here being fabulous! I think that's in part why the Asante Hospital System has been ranked I'm the Top 15 nationally for so many years in a row. I'm sorry to hear you had such a hard time finding a doctor who can provide you care. There are a lot of great specialists in the area but I've heard some similar stories about long wait times to get in. Hopefully they can attract more doctors and specialist!
That’s a shame you’ve had such a bad medical experience, we have, on the other hand have had the exact opposite experience since moving to the Medford area from California. We are Medicare with supplement, I have had 5 surgical eye operations, 2 orthopedic surgeries in the last 3 years. No problem, no waits. If your looking for an MD to be your regular doctor, forget it. Almost all are NP’s taking care of basic maintenance and refer for specialties. We have found wonderful medical professionals here. Quite frankly, our wait time for medical help in California was becoming longer every year. Couldn’t be happier we got the hell out.
I think medical wait times for specialists are getting longer and longer everywhere. I'm in Phoenix AZ and have had to get in to see a neurologist and endocrinologist and each had 3 month wait times (and I'm in a big city). It's bad everywhere
There are homes scattered across southern oregon in that price range. It depends really on what type of a home you're looking for. The dollar stetches a bit further in areas like Prospect, Butte Falls, Cave Junction, White City, and some others. Shoot me a call or text and I can learn a bit more about what you're after and share some listings that might be of interest.
@@BuyingSouthernOregon I watched your video and you said those places are the worst places to live. I’m retired looking for a one level house close to a population center and medical facilities. I’m not a trump supporter.
From what I've found, the crime rate is very low for violent crimes. There are some property crimes and that sort of thing depending on the area, like anywhere.
Where do you suggest? There are a lot of good school options in the Medford area, including some really fantastic private schools. Curious what your recommendation is for viewers with youth in Medford Oregon?
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I've lived here over 58 yrs and would like to try another place but you're reminding me of how wonderful it is to live here and making me second guess myself!
It really is wonderful!
Loved it thanks for the video
I lived in Medford about 25 years ago or so. Nothing to write home about. Around Medford you had Central Point, White City, Talent, Phoenix, Ashland and Jacksonville.
Talent has it's own theatre ... The Camelot .. which is just as good if not better than some in Ashland. Some excellent restaurants, and a walkable downtown with parks and coffee shops you would not expect in a town this small. It's a real gem and not just a "suburb" of Ashland or Medford. Oldtown has a strong sense of community and there are some beautiful new developments as well. You really didn't give this town a fair shake in my opinion 🙂
I'm planning to do a separate video all about talent and phoenix soon. I'll make sure to link it here!
Since you are in a metaphysics camp, as someone with like ilk, which areas of Southern Oregon do you feel as comfortable or just high vibe? I am not seeking “ things to do” , just the setting, and we know Oregon is beautiful
@@ediewall6360 Ashland is probably the best bet 👍
I didn't know this I'm gonna check it out
@Meta- don’t forget to add- properties in talent reflect property values in Ashland!! It’s expensive to live in southern Oregon!! We’ve lived here 20 years. We are very liberal here. 😡
We love the rogue valley❤
great video, the screen sharing on google maps provides the perfect overview of the Medford area
Thank you!
Excellent detail concerning this area of Oregon, well done!
Thank you! 😁
I stayed an entire summer here in '22,and I really love the area.I am New Jersey native born and raised but I have considered a return to the Rogue Valley
We'd love to have you back! Reach out if there is anything I can do to help. 👍
I lived in Eagle Point for 12 years and overall enjoyed it. Just tiring with the smoke issues all the time having asthma. But certainly the area offers a lot of activities. But I have since retired and moved to SE Asia.
Yes, the smoke can be an issue in the Pacific Northwest sometimes, depending on the direction of the wind and location of the fires. Thankfully, we haven't been socked in with smoke for weeks on end in quite some time. Fingers crossed that continues!
@@BuyingSouthernOregonwhat smoke issues ? I haven’t heard about this
I'm thinking about Medford Oregon
Great! I'd be happy to help you any way I can. Shoot me a call or text whenever is conveneint for you and we can chat. 541-954-7758
Hi Brian! I'm a new graduate nurse who's probably going to be residing in Medford. What has been your experience with the hospitals in town?
Thank you for watching! My experience with the local Hospitals has all been fantastic. In fact, the Asante Hospital System has been ranked as a top 15 system in country for the last 10 years and they have three Hospitals across the Southern Oregon area. The only other Hospital is Providence, which I have not had any personal experience with. Don't hesitate to reach out if there is anything I can do to help. Call or Text me at 541-954-7758 or email brian.simmons@exprealty.com
my brother lives there, he seems to like it...
That's great to hea! Thank you for watching. :)
What’s the weather like? I’m from California so I prefer no rain or snow year round lol
The weather is most comparable to Sacramento. A little cooler in the winter and not quite as hot in the summer, but similar in regards to rain and such.
We get all 4 seasons, including snow. Spring and fall very mild. I personally love the diverse weather
It rains a lot, we do get deep freezes and snow. The summers are hot too, up to 115 degrees
Had a girlfriend in Medford back in the day. Medford never interested me. Did like camping over at Indian Mary campground. Watch for the rattlesnakes and scorpions.
Always lived in the SW but thinking about moving up to the PNW
It's a great place to be! Check out my playlist "living in Southern Oregon" that's all about the different parts of Southern Oregon.
Do I need to rent a awd or 4x4 to explore the national park and surrounding areas?
only if you want to explore some of the off road trails in OR. Even then most are generally easily passable for any non lowered vehicle. I own a Grand Marquis and have yet to find anywhere I cannot explore, at least sticking to the standard tourist areas. Last week I visited a couple of Rogue Valley "Ghost" town (actually a mine), slight dirt road, passable by just about anything. Even my Mom's Mini Cooper would have had no issues what so ever. Now if you want to visit the "back country areas" (most not in the NP btw) then 4WD would be advisable. But then doing something like that really takes planning and is not something a novice should be attempting alone. But for the NP's, I'm guessing your thinking Crater lake, then no. At least in the spring, summer, and fall. Winter is a whole nother story. But then, most areas in the NP's are closed or partially closed in snowy conditions.
Thank you for your helpful response I appreciate you taking the time to respond 😊
Not unless you go in the winter when there is snow on the ground. You should be totally fine!
No the forestry rosds in the area allow any car
Recent Summers in Medford?? SMOKE, Smoke, SmOke…. (bad air from surrounding forests/wildfires descend into Medford - stay indoors in Summer, very very sad).
Otherwise, gorgeous!
I see their residents house shopping in near-coastal WA state (Hoquiam, Aberdeen, Ocean Shores, Montesano… for small towns here)
This year was fantastic until mid August. Then it's been hot or miss depending on the day and wind direction. That's the way it goes. There have been recent summers that have been very slowly and others that have been very good air quality all summer. Totally depends on fire location and wind direction.
Thanks for your response, much appreciate your honest perspective. For myself, I feel the weather so far inland is a bit too warm, and then too cold in Winters = snow/ice, compared to the more maritime weather I have currently (Seattle near Puget Sound, Grays Harbor area).
We had an absolutely stellar cool and smoke=free Summer until the last few days (Canadian smoke for the most part), but it's still cool in Aberdeen, so now A/C, even if windows shut due to occasional smoke blowing by). In Seattle it's been warm latter half of August, and with NO insulation here and the urban heat raising night time temps, it's stuffy i here, even with my various high quality air filtration modes.
For me, as one trained in undergrad for 4 yrs in 'Evironmental Design', later Masters degree in Arch/Urban Planning, I do pay a great deal of attention to the lay of the land,
As a realtor I know that you are paying attention as well, tho I realize we are all likely to give a bit of a rosy glasses glow to wherever we may happen to have hung our hats - hoping to keep them there as climate change affects ALL of our lives!
Are any of your vids more focused on these matters? (Fire/Smoke/Heat etc Tree Health/topographical micro=climates, etc??)
I think this info is more and more desired by those scouting an area!
Thanks again, appreciate your description of the feel of various towns along the way down near Ashland/Medford - but the air down there is insanely smokey (I carry PurpleAir map w/ me constantly), and my observation is it's been in the tank the last few Summers, and very 'warm', as well. (Can't do heat any longer, thus I picked up the Aberdeen prop!)
@@BuyingSouthernOregon
You keep saying overran, it’s over run.
One thing to know if moving into southern oregon is that the Health Care options are ABYSMAL!! I moved to S. Oregon from S. California. (could not wait to get out Cali). Oregon health care is worse than a lot of 3rd world countries, especially after coming from Cali. Despite all the problems that CA has the one thing that they do well, is health care. When I moved up here I was recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. took 4 years in CA to get under control, Finally got it locked down and then moved to OR. And they completely shot everything I had managed out the window. 3 years later and I'm still no where near where I was after leaving CA just due to Oregon regulations. First thing I found is that there are NO DOCTORS!! I'm not kidding, there are no MD's (general practice), All clinics, health centers, medical complexes, are all staffed with AT BEST nurses but usually just "medical practitioners", who see you and then refer you to specialists. In Grants Pass, there is actually only 1 actual MD (no longer taking patients) all others are RN's or MP's (medical practitioners). As a diabetic one doctor that I need regularly is an endocrinologist. There are 3, none of which are taking new patients, if you currently need an endocrinologist, you must drive to Eugene (170 miles N of Medford). In addition most medical appts are currently running at least 7-8 weeks out. Got a cold? You can see a MP in 2 months and then they can refer you to a specialist 2 months after that! Like I said ABYSMAL. Now one good thing is that you can use walk in clinics, most here in GP have a very short wait time (last time I went in I had to wait 30 minutes. BUT you never know who your gonna see. So if you dont mind getting someone who does not know your history and have to explain your history every time you go in, walk in clinics are not bad. I've only had to use the ER a couple of times in the last few years. Last time was 3 months ago when mom broke her wrist. No wait, I walked in and they had her back in the exam rooms before I could even give the receptionist all her info. And 2 years ago Dad had a stroke and it only took them about 5 minutes to get him triaged. So Emergency care is really good. But I cannot stress enough just how BAD the medical care is in OR. Everything else is Fabulous!!! I love everything about living here EXCEPT for medical.
I definitely agree with you on the emergency care, walk in care, and everything else about living here being fabulous! I think that's in part why the Asante Hospital System has been ranked I'm the Top 15 nationally for so many years in a row. I'm sorry to hear you had such a hard time finding a doctor who can provide you care. There are a lot of great specialists in the area but I've heard some similar stories about long wait times to get in. Hopefully they can attract more doctors and specialist!
That’s a shame you’ve had such a bad medical experience, we have, on the other hand have had the exact opposite experience since moving to the Medford area from California. We are Medicare with supplement, I have had 5 surgical eye operations, 2 orthopedic surgeries in the last 3 years. No problem, no waits. If your looking for an MD to be your regular doctor, forget it. Almost all are NP’s taking care of basic maintenance and refer for specialties. We have found wonderful medical professionals here. Quite frankly, our wait time for medical help in California was becoming longer every year. Couldn’t be happier we got the hell out.
I think medical wait times for specialists are getting longer and longer everywhere. I'm in Phoenix AZ and have had to get in to see a neurologist and endocrinologist and each had 3 month wait times (and I'm in a big city). It's bad everywhere
What area in south western oregon could a retired man buy a house for $250,000. ?
There are homes scattered across southern oregon in that price range. It depends really on what type of a home you're looking for. The dollar stetches a bit further in areas like Prospect, Butte Falls, Cave Junction, White City, and some others. Shoot me a call or text and I can learn a bit more about what you're after and share some listings that might be of interest.
@@BuyingSouthernOregon I watched your video and you said those places are the worst places to live. I’m retired looking for a one level house close to a population center and medical facilities. I’m not a trump supporter.
@@BuyingSouthernOregon what is your number?
How about that crime rate.
From what I've found, the crime rate is very low for violent crimes. There are some property crimes and that sort of thing depending on the area, like anywhere.
@@BuyingSouthernOregon I would go for Ashland over methford anyday. I lived in methford for a brief time and I don't ever plan to return there.
One thing Medford does NOT have is great restaurants, unless you like fast food and Mexican, which all tastes the same.
That's fair. Thankfully Ashland and Jacksonville aren't far away and both have several great options!
There are definitely great options. Anyone saying otherwise needs to branch out. Or is not human.
At least for youth in Medford Oregon, go let your kids go to high school somewhere else.
Where do you suggest? There are a lot of good school options in the Medford area, including some really fantastic private schools. Curious what your recommendation is for viewers with youth in Medford Oregon?