Curry County, Oregon: Where to File a Security Deposit Claim and What It Costs
Listed court is Curry County Circuit Court - Small Claims in Gold Beach. Check venue on the court's official page or with the clerk. Filing fee: set by the court; see its fee table. Claims up to $10,000. Oregon return time: 31 calendar days or another period by condition. ACS two-bedroom rent: $1,183. Enter your dates below and send the dated letter first.
| Court listed | Curry County Circuit Court - Small Claims |
|---|---|
| City | Gold Beach |
| Address | 29821 Ellensburg Ave, Gold Beach, OR 97444 |
| Phone | 541-373-6894 (listed in the state court directory 2026-09-21; not confirmed by the court) |
| Hours | 8am - 5pm, closed from 12pm - 1pm Mon-Fri; Thursdays closed from 12pm - 1:30pm |
| Statewide filing fee | Current court fee schedule |
| Small claims limit | $10,000 (statewide small claims department only) |
| State deposit return deadline |
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| Time limit to sue | 6 years |
| Deposit statute | ORS 90.300 |
Some counties have more than one small claims court, and venue rules differ by state; check which court hears your claim on the court's official page or with the clerk.
Details
Limits: $10,000 (statewide small claims department only).
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Details of the return rules
| When it applies | Deadline | Starts from |
|---|---|---|
| Deposit return | 31 days | after the tenancy terminates and the tenant delivers possession to the landlord |
| security deposit or prepaid rent secures a tenancy for a space for a manufactured dwelling or floating home the tenant owns and occupies, and the dwelling or home is abandoned | 31 days | after the earliest of waiver of abandoned-property process, removal of the dwelling/home from the space, storage/disposition under ORS 90.425/90.675, or sale under those statutes |
Oregon return rule: 31 calendar days. Check the dates you entered above.
Court listed for this county: Curry County Circuit Court - Small Claims. Check venue on the official court page or with the clerk.
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Who do you name in the claim?
Find and compare the legal names
Find and compare the legal names in these records:
- The lease: the Landlord or Owner line and who signed.
- The deposit receipt or the account your rent went to.
- The owner of record in the property records of Curry County.
- The Oregon business registry for an LLC or management company: its exact legal name and registered agent. Oregon Secretary of State (check the link; report an error if it is wrong)
A registered agent receives court papers for a company; it is not the defendant.
This page shows where the names are recorded; it does not decide who is legally liable.
What to bring to the clerk
- Your lease.
- Deposit receipt or payment record.
- The demand letter and proof of delivery.
- Move-out photos and an inventory or condition report.
Is it worth filing here?
Illustration: a deposit equal to one month's ACS median gross rent (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) for a home in Curry County. This is calculated from rent, not measured deposits. The statutory amount requires the rule's conditions.
| Bedrooms | Deposit owed | Statutory amount | Total illustration | Limit check |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $682 | $682 | $1,364 | Fits under the $10,000 limit for this illustrated claim |
| 2 | $1,183 | $1,183 | $2,366 | Fits under the $10,000 limit for this illustrated claim |
| 3 | $1,300 | $1,300 | $2,600 | Fits under the $10,000 limit for this illustrated claim |
| 4 | $1,539 | $1,539 | $3,078 | Fits under the $10,000 limit for this illustrated claim |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates, tables B25064, B25031, B25003, B25070; accessed 2026-09-21. Penalty rule.
How does Curry County compare with other Oregon counties?
The two-bedroom median gross rent is $1,183: rank 13 of 36 counties with this metric in U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. 25.2% of households rent in Curry County.
| County | Median gross rent |
|---|---|
| Linn County | $1,252 |
| Polk County | $1,207 |
| Curry County | $1,183 |
| Lincoln County | $1,175 |
| Clatsop County | $1,160 |
| Columbia County | $1,144 |
Ranking uses the same ACS metric and period within this state; ties share a rank. Coverage is 36 of 36 listed counties. Census source.
Places in Curry County
- Brookings
- Gold Beach
- Port Orford
These are Census places in the county. Check the rental's address with the clerk to find the court.
U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 Census place-to-county relationship file
Free legal help
- Oregon Law Center - Eviction Defense Project: Free legal help for eligible low-income tenants facing eviction throughout Oregon, regardless of immigration status. Normally requires an eviction court case number; Multnomah County tenants may also seek help with termination notices before a case is filed.
FAQ
How much does it cost to file in Curry County?
The court sets the fee. Check the current schedule. Court page
Where do I file a deposit claim in Curry County?
Curry County Circuit Court - Small Claims is listed. Some counties have more than one small claims court, and venue rules differ by state; check which court hears your claim on the court's official page or with the clerk. Court page
Who should I name in the claim?
Compare the legal names on the lease, deposit receipt, property records and business registry. A registered agent receives papers for a company; it is not the defendant.
What should I bring to the clerk?
Bring your lease, deposit receipt, demand letter, proof of delivery, photos and any move-out inventory.