Josephine County
Southern Oregon Farm With Irrigation Rights, Creek Frontage, And Agricultural Improvements Near Selma
4240 Lake Shore Drive Selma, OR 97538
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Located at 4240 Lake Shore Drive near Selma in Southern Oregon’s Illinois Valley, this approximately 80-acre Josephine County farm combines productive agricultural ground, documented irrigation rights, extensive farm infrastructure, multiple water features, a residence, and convenient access to outdoor recreation. With fenced and cross-fenced acreage, irrigation improvements, livestock facilities, substantial equipment storage, and established internal access, the property offers a developed framework for agricultural, livestock, recreational, and rural land uses. The acreage stretches across broad pasture and agricultural ground framed by mature trees and views of the surrounding Southern Oregon mountains. Fencing and cross-fencing divide the land into functional sections, allowing different areas to be managed for livestock, crops, irrigation, or other agricultural uses. Internal roads, gates, and access routes connect the residence, fields, shop, outbuildings, livestock facilities, and irrigation areas, creating an efficient layout across the farm. Water resources are an important component of this Illinois Valley property. According to the information provided, the property is supported by documented irrigation rights that include a 68-acre groundwater registration and an overlapping 58-acre certificated irrigation right. Buyers should independently verify the extent, validity, priority, permitted use, and transferability of all water rights as part of their due diligence. Approximately 11 acres are served by underground irrigation infrastructure. Existing improvements include buried mainline, field risers, pumps, and distribution points, providing an established system for moving water to portions of the agricultural ground. The property also includes a pond and spring features. Approximately 580 feet of Deer Creek crosses the northwest corner of the acreage, adding another natural water feature to the property. Along another portion of the property, Thompson Creek parallels the boundary for approximately 0.37 miles within an adjoining county-owned corridor. Together, the irrigation resources, pond, spring features, and nearby creek corridors contribute to a diverse rural setting that distinguishes this property from undeveloped acreage. Agricultural infrastructure is another major feature. An approximately 5,000-square-foot insulated red-iron building provides substantial space for tractors, implements, equipment, feed, agricultural supplies, storage, or a future workspace. Large overhead doors provide practical equipment access, while the building’s size and construction create flexibility for a wide range of farm and rural property needs. Additional improvements include livestock facilities, corrals, working pens, shelter, greenhouse, and grow infrastructure, irrigation equipment, and support buildings. Two insulated and climate-controlled shipping containers provide secure, conditioned storage for equipment, supplies, or other materials requiring a more controlled environment. An additional climate-controlled prefab outbuilding provides further space that could support storage, hobbies, farm administration, agricultural operations, or other permitted uses. The property’s history of specialty agriculture and livestock production remains evident throughout its layout. Irrigation lines extend into the fields, greenhouse and grow infrastructure remains in place, and fenced pasture areas provide separation for livestock management or rotational use. Corrals and working facilities add practical utility for livestock operations. Rather than starting with undeveloped land, a future owner has an established collection of infrastructure that may be adapted to a new agricultural plan, subject to applicable zoning, permitting, water rights, and land-use requirements. The residence serves as a comfortable home base within the larger farm setting. The approximately 1,811-square-foot home offers three bedrooms and two bathrooms with practical one-level living. An attached two-car garage provides vehicle and equipment storage, while covered outdoor areas and mature vegetation complement the rural setting. From the residence, the farm’s fields, agricultural buildings, water resources, and working areas remain readily accessible. The surrounding Illinois Valley adds considerable recreational value. Lake Selmac Park is just over a mile down the road, according to the property information provided, putting fishing, boating, camping, and other lake recreation close to the farm. The broader region provides access to the Illinois River, Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, mountain recreation, and public lands. Oregon Caves National Monument & Preserve near Cave Junction provides another well-known Southern Oregon recreation destination within the region. For buyers searching for a Southern Oregon farm for sale, Illinois Valley acreage, Josephine County agricultural property, irrigated land near Selma, livestock property, or acreage with substantial shop and storage space, 4240 Lake Shore Drive offers an uncommon combination of existing improvements and usable land. The approximately 80 acres provide room for livestock, specialty agricultural production, equipment storage, recreation, or a combination of rural uses. The strength of this property is the complete package. Approximately 80 acres, documented water-right history, underground irrigation infrastructure, fenced and cross-fenced agricultural ground, Deer Creek frontage, a pond and spring features, livestock improvements, greenhouse infrastructure, conditioned storage, a substantial insulated red-iron building, and a three-bedroom residence are already assembled in one location. Whether the next chapter involves livestock, renewed specialty agricultural production, expansion of an existing farm operation, equipment and implement storage, or establishing a versatile Southern Oregon rural base, much of the physical framework is already in place. Add the proximity to Lake Selmac and the recreational opportunities of the Illinois Valley, and this Josephine County property provides a combination of agricultural utility, water resources, improvements, and access to the outdoor lifestyle of Southern Oregon.
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Property
Land Details
Pasture
Open
Pond
Utilities
Improvements/Features
Creek/Spring, Livestock Facilities, Internal Road System, Irrigation System, Gated Entrance
Details
- 68 acres irrigated
- 5,000 square foot steel building
- Fenced and cross-fenced
- Deer Creek frontage
- Climate-controlled storage
- 3BR/2BA residence
Other
Housing
3BD / 2BA / 0HB
1811± sqft
Built in 1950
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