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Mt. Hood Sales for February 2015

Tuesday, March 17, 2015
by Liz Warren

The Mt. Hood real estate market is still strong with eleven sales in the month of February closing for the Welches, Government Camp, Rhododendron and Brightwood areas. As more inventory is coming to the market, sellers are getting their properties ready for the 2015 selling season. Nationally, this past winter saw three times the buyers out shopping for homes compared to the year before. 

Here are the local sales in February:

      Mt. Hood Real Estate Sales for February 2015 including Brightwood, Welches, Government Camp and Rhododendron Oregon

Most of the pricing points were under $200,000 with two Mt Hood National Forest cabins selling. Cabin inventory is low for this time of the year but several sellers are preparing their cabins to hit the market soon. 

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Mt. Hood License Plate

Tuesday, March 17, 2015
by Liz Warren

Here's an important message from local George Wilson, one of the spearheads of Mt. Hood bike and pedestrian coalition. Visit the website now.

Great news!

 HB 3027 establishing a specialty license plate featuring Mt. Hood has been scheduled for a public hearing! The details are included below and it’s important that we have large turnout of community support to speak on behalf of the bill.

 Where: Oregon State Capitol, 900 Court St. NE, Salem, OR 97301

 When: Monday, March 23rd at 3:00pm. 

House Transportation and Economic Development Committee

 Can't attend? Please send a written letter of support to [email protected]. We would love to have a log of supporters to show the committee members!

Background:

While Oregon has a few specialty license plates, none highlight the important state landmark of Mt. Hood. HB 3027 came from some constituents living in the Villages are on Mt. Hood. They stated that having a plate featuring this Oregon landmark would “…be fun, job building, and pride of place promotion for Oregon.” I was encouraged by this idea and wholeheartedly agree that it would give Oregonians enormous pride to showcase an area of our state that has helped drive the multi-billion dollar tourism industry in Oregon.

Continuing to develop the bicycle and pedestrian tourism opportunities throughout the Mt. Hood region has the potential to grow local economies and encourage job creation to support the growing industry.

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Mt. Hood Real Estate Sales for February 2015

Sunday, March 15, 2015
by Liz Warren

Mt. Hood real estate sales for February 2015 show that pending sales were down nearly 36% from 2014. Although last year was really a break out year for real estate all over the country as the recovery of 2012 took up speed, all news on the real estate front point to 2015 as being even a bigger year than 2014. With three times the buyers out in force this winter to purchase this year compared to last, I would expect the pending sales to be up from 2014 than down in our area. Most of that buyer demand must be for urban areas though and the majority of our buyers tend to be second home owners. 

Mt. Hood Real Estate Sales for February 2015

The lack of inventory is showing that some of those homes that have been for sale FOREVER are finally getting sold. February sales had an average marketing time of 236 days! This could indicate that prices have risen a bit with less inventory and some homes on the market a long time are finally at an attractive price for buyers. 

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Spectacular Salmon Riverfront Home on Mt. Hood in Immaculate Condition

Sunday, March 8, 2015
by Liz Warren

Location Location Location! This is one of the best spots on the mountain located along the Salmon River, a premier river located in the Mt. Hood areas Cascade Foothills. This property has it all. You'll never leave the  deck just steps from the river delivering the best of all mountain worlds. Easy access to get to the slopes, a short ride to Sandy Ridge trail for mountain biking and the Mt. Hood National Forest nearby for tons of hiking. 

The house boasts three bedrooms and a family room complete with bunk beds for overflow guests. The open floor plan is great for gatherings and entertaining! Tons of windows to view the river front all over the house. I love the patio area next to the river. It's perfect for a sunny spot for barbecues. There's also a nice hot tub to relax in after a day on the slopes.  New on the market at $390,000.


    Salmon Riverfront Home for Sale on Mt. HoodSalmon River in the Mt. Hood Cascade Foothills

 

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Sandy High School Open Enrollment

Thursday, February 19, 2015
by Liz Warren

Big news if you live outside the Oregon Trail School district and you would like to attend the newest high school in the area in Sandy Oregon! Here's the latest news:

Sandy High School Open Enrollment

Here is a link to the application form.

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Pent up Sellers Ready to Move in 2015

Monday, February 16, 2015
by Liz Warren

     Latest Information From NAR

           pent up demand for homes and cabins on Mt. Hood including Welches, ,Rhododendron, Brightwood and Government Camp

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Septic Smart DEQ Program for Oregon Septics and Cesspools

Sunday, February 15, 2015
by Liz Warren

The DEQ department for the state of Oregon has developed a new program for homes with septic and cesspools called Septic Smart. It’s Septic Smart program is designed to educate buyers and sellers about proper septic care and maintenance.

Along with the DEQ’s new program, Septic Smart, the Oregon Real Estate division now requires a septic addendum within your real estate contract addressing septic and cesspool inspection requirements, if needed. This restricts who can do the septic inspections for a real estate transaction to designated Oregon state certified DEQ inspectors. An up to date list of inspectors can be obtained online at the Septic Smart website.

The Mt. Hood area probably has around 80% of its homes on a septic or cesspool. 

Cabins located in the Mt. Hood National Forest require an upgrade at the time of sale for existing cabins served by cesspools. The septic upgrade process and time frame will be determined by the forest service on leased land cabins with severe restrictions on when and where any work may start or be completed. 

These new DEQ requirements put septics and cesspools as a number one priority in a real estate transaction. There is a program at Clackamas County that provides low income grants and loans for septic repairs and other home repairs listed on their site. 

Expect potential delays in a transaction if septic problems arise from these new requirements. 

 

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Government Camp Condo Sales

Saturday, February 14, 2015
by Liz Warren

2014 was the year of the Condo sales in Government Camp. Condo sales hit a total of 27 last year and 23 of those were in Government Camp. The majority sold in Collins Lake, a very popular facility with pools, hot tubs, hiking trails and easy access to Highway 26 for a quick trip to the slopes. There are six Collins Lake Condos for sale today. If Government Camp isn't the landing spot for you, several units in Welches near the Resort at the Mountain might serve your needs. 

Grand Lodges was also a hit with buyers. Five units changed hands in 2014. These luxury units are just before Collins Lake on the loop with underground parking and concierge services. Nearly all units overlook Collins Lake making a very scenic setting from the decks. Owners are also able to rent their units out through the Collins Lake office next door too. 

If you are thinking about purchasing either one, Collins Lake or Grand Lodges, taking a test drive with a rental is a great option for buyers for these units and easily done through the Collins Lake rental office. 

 

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December Real Estate Sales on Mt. Hood

Friday, January 23, 2015
by Liz Warren

  Mt. Hood Real Estate Sales for December 2015

The multiple listing service, commonly called RMLS, has posted the sales for December 2014. December was roaring through with seventeen sales closed and an average sales price of $234,600! From all appearances, inventory that has been on the market is finally clearing out with 203 average days on market. 

Inventories are slim right now. All indications are that this year will be one of the best for sales in the past seven years as the economy picks up pace and unemployment is down. The winter activity has been the greatest I've ever seen. Buyers are out looking and our warm winter has provided exceptional access for showings. We're off to a great start this January.

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Monday Morning Inspiration

Monday, January 19, 2015
by Liz Warren

Hit the link below for some Mt. Hood Inspiration for your day.

Mt. Hood Inspiration

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