NEW STEVENSON LISTING - 08/25/07 11:33 PM
My husband and I purchased this Stevenson, WA. house in 2001 from a bank. It was a total wreck, had been vacant for quite a while and needed everything. We spent about a year totally repairing and rebuilding it (we are licensed contractors) We started with foundation work-repairing and replacing where necessary, framing repairs, new … (0 comments)
BUILDING A HOUSE FROM THE GROUND UP - 08/25/07 11:25 PM
We are making progress on our building project. After much hard foundation work we are finally moving up. This is the first time we used the EZ Flow perimeter drain system. It is much easier than hauling drain rock. We now have the floor sheathing on the first floor and will … (4 comments)
STEVENSON SHOW 'N SHINE - 08/25/07 02:15 PM
SATURDAY SEPT 1st the 11th annual Show'N Shine will be held in Stevenson Washington This event begins at noon and is held at the Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center Museum at 990 Rock Creek Drive near Skamania Lodge in Stevenson. More than 100 entrants of classic cars and trucks in over 20 categories are … (0 comments)
NEW MUSEUM COMING TO HOOD RIVER -WAAAM - 08/23/07 09:26 AM
Western Antique Aeroplane and Automobile Museum is housed in a new 50,000 square ft. building. Three additional hangars are used for storage and mechanics, while two large fields have areas for aircraft parking, displays, and camping. The Grand Opening and Fly-In will be held Sept. 7-9 in Hood River. Friday and … (3 comments)
CURRENT MARKET TRENDS-Stevenson WA - 08/21/07 11:19 PM
Here are the year to date sales figures from the RMLS for Stevenson, WA. in Skamania County.
Month Year Listed volume average sold volume average DOM Jan 2007 4 1,583,900 395,975 2 689,000 344,500 287 Feb 2007 1 299,000 299,000 2 655,090 327,545 107 Mar 2007 3 977,900 325,966 1 315,553 315,553 62 Apr 2007 4 1,215,800 303,950 0 0 0 0 May 2007 4 1,360,000 340,000 1 225,000 225,000 132 Jun 2007 3 817,000 272,333 3 850,000 283,333 31 Jul 2007 5 1,537,000 307,400 4 931,400 … (0 comments)
BUYERS-WHERE ARE YOU? - 08/19/07 11:22 PM
There is currently a large inventory of homes on the market and many sellers are motivated! I have seen prices being reduced on many homes for quite a while now. I just heard interest rates dropped and it's an excellent time to get a loan. Check with your friendly mortgage broker for … (0 comments)
VINTAGE AUTO TOUR - 08/18/07 01:02 PM
It's almost time again for the 2nd annual Vintage Auto Tour sponsored by The History Museum. The date is SEPT 22, 2007 There are close to 50 antique and vintage vehicles that have already registered for the tour through the Mosier Twin Tunnels. The schedule includes: Vintage auto tour (pre- 1949's) drive through the … (4 comments)
THE BARLOW ROAD - 08/16/07 09:30 AM
The Barlow Road is a famous section of the Oregon Trail. It was built as an alternate route around Mt. Hood from The Dalles to Oregon City. This route gave the pioneers a second choice to the treacherous rapids of the Columbia River. When Samuel K. Barlow arrived at The Dalles … (0 comments)
AUGUST 1-AUGUST 25, 2007 Market trends- Hood River County - 08/16/07 06:48 AM
Here's the breakdown for residential home sales through August 25, 2007 from the RMLS for Hood River County. Cascade Locks- 1 home sold Sale pendings- 2 Hood River- City- $150-$199,000- 0 sales Sale pendings-1 $200-$250,000- 2 sales Sale pendings- $251-$350,000- 4 sales Sale pendings- 4 $351-$450,000- 0 sales Sale pendings-2 $451-$550,000- 0 sales Sale pendings-1 $551-$$650,000- 0 sales Sale pendings- 2 $651-$1,000,000- 0 sales Sale … (0 comments)
Sustainable Building Advisor Program - 08/15/07 10:59 PM
For those who want to learn more about building "GREEN" this may be of interest. Mt. Hood Community College is offering a nine-month (one weekend per month) specialized training program. This program is designed to enable graduates to advise employers or clients on strategies and tools for implementing sustainable building. This program … (0 comments)
FHA increases loan limits in Hood River County - 08/10/07 10:51 PM
A great program for first time homebuyers is an FHA loan. Some credit issues and other concerns homeowners may have can be underwritten in FHA. This is partly because the mortgage insurance guarantees the investor in case of a default. FHA should see a major increase in the next few years due to the tightening … (1 comments)
HOOD RIVER KIDS TRIATHLON - 08/08/07 10:22 AM
COMING AUGUST 25, 2007- The Kids Triathlon is hosted by HRV Parks and Recreation District. It starts at 10:00 am at the Aquatic Center. You can pick up registration forms at the Aquatic Center. Fees are $20 before August 22 and $25 after Aug 22 or on the day of the … (3 comments)
Sandy River Delta - 08/05/07 10:42 PM
Sandy River DeltaConfluence of the Columbia and Sandy riversTroutdale, Oregon Restoration efforts on this delta near the confluence of the Sandy and Columbia rivers in Troutdale, Oregon, are in progress through the U.S. Forest Service. Bird Blind Artist Maya Lin plans to preserve the sites ecology and create an elliptical bird blind in a forest … (0 comments)
Celilo Park - 08/05/07 10:33 PM
Celilo ParkNear The Dalles, Oregon The Confluence Project is working with Native American communities to identify an appropriate plan to honor Celilo Falls. This is an area rich with Native American history. The area around the falls was a thriving Native American fishing ground for thousands of years prior to the raising … (1 comments)
49 Mott Rd. Lyle Washington - 08/05/07 10:19 PM
WINDY OAKS FARM 20 acres in High Prairie Washington, 9 miles from Lyle on Mott Rd. Beautiful land with oak trees, meadows, and mountain views. The land is zoned GR5 and dividable. Currently set up for horses with 2 barns with stalls and tack room, fenced and cross fenced and a … (2 comments)
AUGUST 3 FIRST FRIDAY - 08/01/07 09:32 AM
First Friday returns August 3, 2007 in downtown Hood River. Here are the featured artists & music and locations. Asula Chiropractic- Joan Chase-digital photography Ikote Bead & Design- Musa Jawara-African trade beads Hood River Zoo (behind Panzanella on Cascade)-Mark Nillson, Allessett Spicer, Karen Elhers, Susan Reagel, Russ Cosgrove, Nathan Hanna, Emilie Machon, Jenny Konopinski, Arielle … (0 comments)
Annual Cross-Channel Swim - 08/01/07 09:15 AM
The Labor Day Roy Webster Columbia River Cross Channel Swim returns on Labor Day, Sept. 3, 2007. If you are interested in participating in the swim you can get an application at the Chamber of Commerce office # 1-800-366-3530. or from the web site www.hoodriver.org The Cross Channel swim started in … (2 comments)
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My husband and I purchased this Stevenson, WA. house in 2001 from a bank. It was a total wreck, had been vacant for quite a while and needed everything. We spent about a year totally repairing and rebuilding it (we are licensed contractors) We started with foundation work-repairing and replacing where necessary, framing repairs, new … (0 comments)
