Oregon Coast, OR relocation guide
Moving to Heceta Beach, OR
$533,500Median home value
Lane CountyArea
Commuter-friendlyCommute profile
About Heceta Beach
Heceta Beach is a quiet oceanfront neighborhood north of Florence, known for its wide sandy beach, the famous Sea Lion Caves, and the historic Heceta Head Lighthouse. It's the central Oregon coast at its most scenic — dramatic headlands, dune-backed beaches, and very few crowds.
Home prices in Heceta Beach
The median home value in Heceta Beach is $533,500.
Top places in Heceta Beach
- Heceta Head Lighthouse — the coast's most photographed lighthouse, with a B&B.
- Sea Lion Caves — America's largest sea cave, home to wild sea lions.
- Heceta Beach — wide, walkable sand at the neighborhood's edge.
- Old Town Florence — waterfront shops and the Siuslaw River bridge, 10 minutes south.
- Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area — 10 minutes south for off-roading and hiking.
- Darlingtonia Wayside — the carnivorous-plants boardwalk nearby.
Commuting from Heceta Beach
- Florence is about 10 minutes south for groceries, dining, and services.
- Eugene Airport is roughly 75 minutes east via Highway 126.
- Highway 101 runs the length of the coast for north–south travel.
Heceta Beach FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Heceta Beach, OR?
The median home value in Heceta Beach is $533,500. Median home value, 2020–2024 American Community Survey (owner-estimated) - How is the commute from Heceta Beach, OR?
Florence is about 10 minutes south for groceries, dining, and services.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.