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Mt. Hood Summer Sales Boom!

by Liz Warren

Mt. Hood summer sales boomed with 20 closed sales for the month of August! Believe it or not there were a few sales under $100,000 which is nearly unheard of these days. 

Mt. Hood National forest service cabins dominated the closings with seven sales! One cabin broke all sale records for a price of $337,000! Cabins maintain their popularity on the mountain for their uniqueness and pristine settings which can't be matched by any other properties in the area. 

On another note, Timberline Rim prices are escalating nicely. There's a lack of inventory and with the Rim having a more affordable pricing point, many folks are opting to purchase here for full time living and as a vacation spot. 

Listed below are the 20 sales for August 2017.

Mt. Hood Real estate sales for August 2017 for 97028,97067,97011, and 97049

Mt. Hood Real Estate Sales for August 2017 for Brightwood, Welches, Government Camp and RhododendronMt. Hood Real Estate sales Boon  in August 2017Mt. Hood Sales Boom in August 2017 for Welches, Rhododendron, Brightwood and Government CampReal Estate sales boom for Mt. Hood the summer of 2017

Eclipse Update from Hoodland Fire

by Liz Warren

HOODLAND FIRE DISTRICT # 74 HAS IMPLEMENTED THEIR INCIDENT MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE SOLAR ECLIPSE (PHOTO)


News Release from Hoodland Fire Dist. #74
Posted on FlashAlert: August 17th, 2017 8:25 PM

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Welches, Or - Our Fire District is expecting thousands of visitors from all over the world to travel through or view the eclipse near Mt. Hood. Although the eclipse does not occur until Monday, the influx of visitors is expected to impact our area throughout the weekend starting today, August 17. Highway 26 through the Hoodland corridor could see traffic congestion to the point of gridlock. The public needs to be aware that there are no other major roads to bypass Highway 26 between Sandy and Government Camp.

To prepare for gridlock on Highway 26, Hoodland Fire District is implementing the use of two (2) BMW adventure sport motorcycles staffed with a Paramedic and EMT to respond to emergency incidents ahead of larger fire engines. The two motorcycles were rented from Cascade Back Road Adventures and Rentals out of Wahkiacus, Washington. The "motor-medic" crews will provide advanced medical care as well as scene management or landing zone support and will be equipped with medical, traffic control and landing zone equipment. The Fire District is also utilizing their side-by-side ATV out of the Government Camp substation to reach visitors camping on National Forest lands around the Government Camp area.

Hoodland Fire District would like to remind Fire District residents to be prepared for the Eclipse that will occur this Monday, August 21. Residents are asked to take some proactive measures to minimize the impact. Use common sense. Do not travel over the weekend and especially Monday if you do not have to. If it is necessary, allow yourself plenty of extra time to get to your destination. Remember first responders may also have trouble traveling to calls for service due to roadway congestion; however, there may be some delays in response time.

Check out the June sales statistics from RMLS! The average price of the 14 sales reached $343,300 with year to date average sales price hitting $312,200. These numbers tell the tale of less inventory and rising prices on the mountain.

As of today there are 66 properties for sale with 26 of those over $400,000. Twelve properties are under $200,000 with several in parks, which have rental fees or on leased land in the Mt. Hood National Forest. June saw 32 new listings hit the market and for July there's been a steady stream of new listings.

The rainy spring really delayed sellers getting their properties ready for market. With the shortage of contractors, landscapers, and general services on the mountain getting work done has been a real challenge bringing late comers to the summer market. 

 

Mt. Hood Real Estate Sales Statistics for June 2017

Secluded Zig Zag Riverfront Cabin

by Liz Warren

Location, Location, Location! This is one of the most secluded cabins I've seen in the Mt. Hood National Forest near Government Camp. The owners are skiers and have enjoyed their cabin for many years. Their kids love taking off for many mountain biking trails right from their cabin! 

Zig Zag Riverfront secluded Mt. Hood national Forest Cabin near Government Camp Mt. Hood National Forest Cabin near Government Camp Oregon on Road 35 Lot 163

Tons of room for friends and family in this three bedroom, one bath cabin with over 1200 square feet of living space. Two private bedrooms and one large loft over the bedroom is great for kids. An open floor plan in the living room joins the living room and dining area. A slider takes you out the door to the woods and a path down to the river. Evening campfires along the river are great too! Full kitchen and a deck off the master bedroom is just some of the features. Only 10 minutes to the slopes in Government Camp. It won't last long!  Asking $219,950

More Details on Road 35 Lot 163 Government Camp 

Mt. Hood Real Estate Sales for May 2017

by Liz Warren

Today's Mt. Hood real estate market has small inventory and rising prices. Here is the info direct from RMLS for the month of May. Only 44 active listings for sale. Some properties are trickling in for the summer season. Only eight homes closed for the month and an escalating average sales price has climbed substantially from the $200,000 range. Entry level homes are nearly impossible to find with multiple offers as soon as they hit the market. Shortened marketing days show the high demand in this seller's market. The sub $300,000 market has been depleted showing the 17% average sales price change in the last row. Keep in mind, these stats are based on a very small market with minimal inventory.

 

      Mt. Hood Sales stats for May 2017

Mt. Hood Sales for April 2017

by Liz Warren

Here are April's sales in the Mt. Hood area. We totaled 17 properties closing for the month. Inventory is dwindling. Some new properties should be coming available as we get closer to summer. 

Mt. Hood Real Estate sales for April 2017Mt. Hood Sales for 97067, 97049,97028.97011

Mt. Hood Reall Estate Sales April 2017 for Welches, Brightwood, Brightwood, Sandy

Pending Sales Plummet Due to Low Inventory on Mt. Hood

by Liz Warren

Numbers are out for April from RMLS for the Mt. Hood area. Minimal inventory has caused pending sales to plummet compared to last year at this time. Although common for the Portland metro area, many properties that hit the market have multiple offers and bidding wars. Who knows what will happen over the summer. Stats below shows an average 12% price change from year to date. With little inventory this number tends to be skewed compared to other areas but we expect prices to rise due to supply and demand. 

At the time of this report we had 42 active listings but currently on 26 properties are for sale. 

 

April 2017 sales in the Mt. Hood Area

Clackamas County Commissioners are coming to the Mountain!

Mt. Hood Real Estate Sales for February 2017

by Liz Warren

February sales on the mountain hit 15 with six of those properties in Government Camp. Four of the Government Camp sales were for condos. This amazing ski season has totally revived the Condo market in Government Camp after a drought of poor snow seasons. 

 

Two Mt Hood National Forest cabins closed and the inventory of cabins is still sadly lacking at this time. Perhaps sellers are waiting for summer to roll around after this challenging winter of snow decreasing accessibility.

 

Take away the condo market and we only have 32 single family homes for sale today. Just over a third of those homes are in the Government Camp area which brings about 19 homes available in the higher populated Welches, Rhododendron and Brightwood area. 

 

The pervasive housing crunch in Portland and our area has created a problem for renters and buyers seeking their first home as prices continue to edge upward due to limited supply. 

 

When 22% of your available homes for sale are under $300,000 you know your choices are limited and affordable housing is quickly out the door. 

 

Mt. Hood inventory is under a three month supply creating a sellers market from top to bottom. 

 

Here are February sales:

 

Mt. Hood Real Estate Sales for February 2017Real Estate Sales for Mt. Hood February 2017Government Camp, Welches, Rhododendron, Brightwood sales

Coffee with a Cop on Mt. Hood

by Liz Warren

Residents and property owners in Welches, Government Camp, Rhododendron and Brightwood may enjoy this local conversational meeting called Coffee with a Cop on March 24 at the Dragonfly Cafe in the Mt. Hood RV Village. Details below

Coffe with a Cop on Mt. Hood

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