Josephine County property record for 161 Sparky Way, Cave Junction, OR 97523
| Property Type | Vacant Land |
|---|---|
| Lot Size | 5.01 acres (218,236 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $80,000 (Jul 2017) |
| Tax Bill | $532 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Aug 2026 Transfer May 2021 Sale + 1 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone A (high risk) |
| APN | 39-08-25-00-000102 |
| Primary APN | 39-08-25-00-000102 |
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| Alternative APNs |
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| Lot Area | 218,236 sqft (5.01 acres) |
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| Account Number | R344334 |
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| Street Address | 161 SPARKY WAY |
| City | CAVE JUNCTION |
| State | OR |
| Zip | 97523-1287 |
| Property Category | Vacant Land |
| Property Type | Vacant Land > Uncategorized |
| Local Zoning Code | S |
| Legal Description | TYCER WEST SUBDIVISION, LOT 1, ACRES 5.01 |
| Legal Range | 08W |
| Legal Township | 39S |
| Legal Section | 25 |
| Legal Subdivision | TYCER WEST SUB |
| Legal Lot Number | 1 |
| Jurisdiction | JOSEPHINE OR |
| Township / Civil Division | CAVE JUNCTION |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1067 |
| Census Tract | 361602 |
161 Sparky Way, vacant land, is owned by two individuals who acquired it in July 2026.
Source: Josephine County records, as of September 17, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 4910 SE 30TH ST, WASHOUGAL, WA 98671 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2026 | Quit Claim Deed, Transfer NONE LISTED ON DOCUMENT |
| May 18, 2021 | Bargain and Sale Deed, Transfer ACCOMODATION, ACCOMMODATION |
| Jul 13, 2017 | Warranty Deed, Transfer TICOR TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, TICOR TITLE |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jul 13, 2017 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Jul 13, 2017 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Sep 18, 2008 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 20179342 |
| Last Transfer Date | Jul 31, 2026 |
| Transfer Doc | 0000008515 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Quit Claim Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | JOSEPHINE OR |
| Recording Date | Aug 31, 2026 |
| Property Address | 161 SPARKY WAY, CAVE JUNCTION, OR 97523-1287 |
| Document Number | 0000008515 |
| Instrument Date | Jul 31, 2026 |
| Instrument | 20268515 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Sep 9, 2026 |
| Title Company | NONE LISTED ON DOCUMENT |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Type | Bargain and Sale Deed |
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| Jurisdiction | JOSEPHINE OR |
| Recording Date | May 18, 2021 |
| Property Address | 161 SPARKY WAY, CAVE JUNCTION, OR 97523-1287 |
| Document Number | 0000009001 |
| Map Reference | VOL 9 PG 572 |
| Instrument Date | May 17, 2021 |
| Instrument | 2021-009001 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Aug 29, 2022 |
| Title Company | ACCOMODATION, ACCOMMODATION |
| Tax | $0.00 |
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| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Relationship | Tenants by the Entirety |
| Address | PO BOX 354, CAVE JUNCTION, OR 97523-0354 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
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| Jurisdiction | JOSEPHINE OR |
| Recording Date | Jul 13, 2017 |
| Property Address | 161 SPARKY WAY, CAVE JUNCTION, OR 97523-1287 |
| Document Number | 0000009342 |
| Instrument Date | Jul 11, 2017 |
| Instrument | 9342 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Jul 18, 2017 |
| Title Company | TICOR TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, TICOR TITLE |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $80.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Confirmed |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Relationship | Tenants by the Entirety |
| Address | 40910 SE 30TH ST WASHOUGAL WA 986719737, WASHOUGAL, WA 98671-9737 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 161 Sparky Way was $532, up 1.9% from the year before.
Source: Josephine County assessment roll, as of October 29, 2025
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Oregon |
| County | Josephine County |
| Unified School District | Three Rivers School District (KG - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $532.00 (+1.92%) | $70,460 (+1.56%) Land $70,460 | $70,460 (+1.12%) Land $70,460 |
| 2024 | $522.00 (+20.55%) | $69,380 (+4.93%) | $69,680 (+5.38%) Land $69,680 |
| 2023 | $433.00 (-2.48%) | $66,120 (-1.84%) | $66,120 (-1.84%) Land $66,120 |
| 2022 | $444.00 | $67,360 | $67,360 Land $67,360 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 161 Sparky Way in Zone A, a high-risk flood area; flood insurance is required for federally backed loans.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective May 21, 2026 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone A high risk |
|---|---|
| 100-Year Floodplain | Yes 1% annual chance |
| Floodway | No |
| Base Flood Elevation | Not determined for this zone |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Required federally backed loans |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 4 in force |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 161 Sparky Way is very high, ranking above 93% of the US, with a 2% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Very High above 93% of the US · above 86% of Oregon |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 2% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Insurers in high-risk areas may require mitigation or decline coverage; check availability before making an offer.
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 13 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Ziply Fiber Fiber | 6,000 / 6,000 |
| Spectrum Fiber | 1,000 / 1,000 |
4G LTE (outdoors only), no 5G reported
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