Gearhart Oregon On A Snowy February Morning It's a rare occasion that we experience snow on the North Oregon Coast.  We awoke this morning to a nice dusting of snow covering the ground.  More is expected to visit today.  This is a far cry from the "Snow Bomb" Portland area news commentators predicted.  Nonetheless, we'll enjoy it while we have it!  Just another day at the beach in beautiful Gearhart Oregon.  Come to visit us soon! 02/24/2011

                          Times are a changing in greater Gearhart! The new Gearhart Rural Fire Protection District substation located on Westlake Lane & US Highway 101 was completed recently.  The substation will house three fire apparatus bays and a meeting/lounge area for the firemen, all of whom are dedicated volunteers.  The new substation will serve the district's northern section which includes the area just to the North of the Gearhart City limits to the Pacific Grange Hall and from the beach to the Lewis & Clark area. The new station is a fine example of small town synergies.  A local family donated the land for the new station, a local Astoria contracting company executed the building & a local bank, Clatsop Community provided the financing for the project.  Add local volunte... 02/22/2011

    Gearhart, the place that I lovingly call home!  A small, quaint town with a New England flavor.  A place where you still feel a calm sense of security far removed from the hustle of the big city.  Building codes restrict the commercial development that threatens our small town charm!  As such, it's small mom & pop ventures that cater to the needs of our visiting tourists. Pop's Ice Cream Parlor is a wonderful example of our small town enterprises enjoyed by both young & old.  Another must see & do is to partake in our annual 4th. of July day town parade, which is a slice out of a Norman Rockwell painting.  There you'll likely find children sporting bikes decked out in patriotic colors, parents pulling their children in wagons decorated to the nines or dogs sporting festive scarfs of... 02/07/2011

I have been thinking about this topic lately and here is the conclusion I have come up with.  Lets start with what is not important in a listing agent. 1. They don't need 50 designations behind their name to make them a good listing agent 2. They don't need lots of experience listing. They need lots of experience getting their listings sold. 3. They don't have to work with a firm that has a Recognizable name. In my opinion, here are the six most critical things you need to ask a listing agent if her or she does in their service to you. 1. The listing agent you hire needs to know how to do a CMA and adjust for every comparable that they use. Simply put, it is important to compare apples to apples.  There are several adjustments to take into consideration. Size of home, condition of home,... 04/17/2010

Marianne Pittard of RE/MAX River & Sea has earned the prestigious Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) designation, having completed extensive training in foreclosure avoidance and short sales. This is invaluable expertise to offer at a time when the area is ravaged by "distressed" homes in the foreclosure process. Short sales allow the cash-strapped seller to repay the mortgage at the price that the home sells for, even though it is lower than what is owed on the property. With plummeting property values, this can save many people from foreclosure and even bankruptcy. More and more lenders are willing to consider short sales because they are much less costly than foreclosures. In the Clatsop County area, many homes are in danger of foreclosing. It is happening in all price range... 04/07/2010

Gearhart, OR March 19, 2010-Local RE/MAX professional  Marianne Pittard was recently rewarded for her incredible work in real estate with membership in the exclusive "100% Club."  RE/MAX Club Awards are based on an associate's level of gross commissions from January 1 through December 31 and are awarded by RE/MAX International every February. Pittard has received this prestigious honor before and is delighted to once again be a "member of the club."  "My biggest goal is making sure that each and every one of my clients, whether they're buying or selling, gets the service they deserve and the results they expect.  I am so honored to be able to serve this community's real estate needs, and so honored by this award." Fiscally speaking, Pittard also finished 14th out of 1,009 Oregon based R... 04/07/2010

  I have the pleasure of living near the quaint Gearhart Elementary School located in the small berg of Gearhart, OR.  This great little school happens to be rated exceptional by the State of Oregon.  Additionally, GreatSchools.net rates GES with a rating of 8 out of 10. It's my understanding that very few Oregon public schools receive the distinguished rating of an 8!   This school is beloved by many as the student to teacher ratio is 16 children to every teacher, making it a sought after school by local parents.  Currently 280 students are enrolled in the K-5th. grade school where there are 2 highly qualified teachers at each grade level.  Addition staff is comprised of a PE Specialist, a School Counselor, Music Instructor, a Reading/Math Specialist, an English Language Instructor & o... 11/25/2009

 Panoramic ocean views awaits buyer looking for an investment opportunity/beach retreat that can pay high dividends.  Easily accessible 1st floor unit is currently an active vacation rental with on-site management. This totally remodeled unit has been tastefully updated & boasts sumptuous new furnishings! Be sure to view the virtual tour! View The Virtual Tour At: www.obeo.com/544132 10/29/2009

  Built Standard into this architecturally designed home are features that other builders charge as upgrades.  This home's endless amenities include: a grand foyer flanked by decorative columns, epicurean kitchen with high end appointments, gleaming hardwood flooring, light-filled rooms, expansive entertaining patio, a dog washing station & more await those with discriminating tastes. View The Virtual Tour At: www.obeo.com/550952 10/29/2009

  Gearhart custom home located creekside in the highly desirable Shamrock Pines subdivision has much to behold.   Appointments include: great room floor plan, den, hardwood flooring, custom cherry entertainment center & custom cabinetry, decorative columns flanking the dining room & loads of architectural detailing.    An entertaining deck with 8-person hot tub, professionally painted interior,  3-car garage & home warranty policy and more await lucky new owners! View The Virtual Tour At: www.obeo.com/558293 10/29/2009

Gearhart! Where The Mountains Reach The Sea & Your Vacation Lasts Forever! Forbes magazine recently published an article on America's Most Stressful Cities, which was written by Sara Lynch.  Sara utlilized information from several federal agencies to compile her list of cities that have been impacted by everything from poor air quality to unemployment rates & free-falling home values.  While some might dispute her ranking of cities, I suggest a solution to those residing in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA area which happened to rank # 11 and those who call Portland, Vancouver, Beaverton, OR-WA home and ranked # 14.  Invest in a beach getaway on the beautiful North Oregon coast where living is more than just a day at the beach!  Our wonderful locale will provide you with much needed stre... 09/26/2009