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Wasco County Home Sales-October 2009

Amy  McAllister   REALTOR® Hood River, Oregon: Real Estate Brokerage in Hood River, OR

There were 25 homes that sold in October 2009 in Wasco County. This is up from 18 home sales in September 2009. This is the latest sales data for October 2009 in Wasco County from the RMLS. Included are only sales of homes that are listed on the RMLS. Unlisted properties and fsbo homes are not included. 22 homes were located in The Dalles, 1 in Wamic and 1 in Maupin and 1 in Mosier. There are currently 33 homes sale pending in Wasco County. Please take notice of the short Days on Market (DOM) times for many of these homes!

If you want to buy a home in The Dalles, Oregon I would be happy to help you find the home you're looking for.

Homes sales in The Dalles

Listed for $137,000 Sold for $99,900 2 bdrm 2 bath 1152 sq ft manufactured home DOM-153

Listed for $119,000 Sold for $106,000 3 bdrm 2 bath 1188 manufactured home DOM-320

Listed for $335,900 Reduced to $116,550 Sold for $105,000 Bank owned 1744sq ft 3 bdrm 2 bath DOM-70

Listed for $129,900 Reduced to $127,900 Sold for $117,000 Manufactured home 1188 sq ft 3 bdrm 2 bath DOM-325

Listed for $148,900 Reduced to $134,900 Sold for $129,000 986 sq ft 2 bdrm 1 bath DOM-275

Listed for $123,900 Sold for $129,500 2228 sq ft 4 bdrm 3 bath DOM-4

Listed for $134,500 Sold for $125,000 624 sq ft 2 bdrm 1 bath DOM-140

Listed for $138,700 Sold for $140,000 1036 sq ft 2 bdrm 1 bath DOM-26

Listed for $149,900 Sold for $140,000 2980 sq ft 3 bdrm 3 bath .88 acre DOM-58

Listed for $179,000 Sold for $160,000 1239 sq ft 3 bdrm 2 bath DOM-36

Listed for $165,000 Sold for $165,000 1600 sq ft 3 bdrm 1 bath DOM-17

Listed for $169,900 Sold for $162,500 1836 sq ft 3 bdrm 2 bath DOM-225

Listed for $195,000 Reduced to $185,000 Sold for $183,500 2249 sq ft 3 bdrm 2 bath DOM-69

Listed for $229,000 Sold for $184,000 2032 sq ft 3 bdrm 2 bath DOM-25

Listed for $199,000 Sold for $195,000 2700 sq ft 5 bdrm 2 bath DOM-48

Listed for $196,700 Sold for $196,700 1455 sq ft 3 bdrm 2 bath DOM-8

Listed for $198,900 Sold for $198,400 2788 sq ft 3 bdrm 1.5 bath DOM-13

Listed for $239,900 Reduced to $219,900 Sold for $214,000 2146 sq ft 3 bdrm 2 bath DOM-136

Listed for $369,000 Sold for $229,000 2426 sq ft 4 bdrm 2.5 bath DOM-275

Listed for $280,000 Sold for $245,000 1440 sq ft manufactured home on 77 acres 4 bdrm 2 bath DOM-153

Listed for $289,500 Sold for $250,000 2025 sq ft 3 bdrm 2 bath DOM-48

Listed for $342,000 Sold for $306,500 3265 sq ft home with inground pool, mtn view, brick exterior 4 bdrm 3 bath DOM-64

Wamic-Listed for $150,000 Sold for $147,500 1514 sq ft cottage 4 bdrm 1.5 bath DOM-259

Maupin-Listed for $95,000 Sold for $95,000 1056 sq ft 4 bdrm 1 bath DOM-9

Mosier- Listed for $369,000 Reduced to $319,000 Sold for $311,850 2184 sq ft 4 bdrm 3 bath DOM-226

Wines of the Columiba River Gorge

10-26-09
Nan Wimmers
Nan Wimmers: Real Estate Agent in The Dalles, OR

Bolton Cellars Tasting Room - 306 Court Street The Dalles, OR 97058
boltoncellars.com | boltoncellars@hotmail.com 541-296-7139
Summer hours Mon-Fri (closed Tues) 3pm, Sat-Sun 2pm;
Fall-spring hours are Thurs-Fri 3pm, Sat-Sun 2pm
Bolton Cellars Estate Vineyard is located on the northeast edge of the Dufur Valley in Oregon and was homesteaded in 1858 by Absalom Bolton. This fertile farmland is the home of Bolton Cellars. Our family, now in its fourth generation on this land, is proud to bring you our wine.

Cascade Cliffs Vineyard & Winery - 8866 Hwy 14 Wishram, WA 98673- cascadecliffs.com | cascadecliffs@gorge.net -509-767-1100
Daily 10am-6pm
Since 1986, Cascade Cliffs has grown varietals such as Barbera, Nebbiolo, Petite Sirah, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Symphony. Our casual-sophisticated tasting room provides an up close and personal feel. Enjoy samples of our wines and browse through the vineyard. Waterfront views, towering basalt cliffs with vistas await family gatherings and outings. Rated "Best of the Best in The Pacific NW."

Cathedral Ridge Winery - 4200 Post Canyon Dr Hood River, OR 97031 - cathedralridgewinery.com | crw@cathedralridgewinery.com - 800-516-8710
June-Sept 11am-6pm, Oct-May 11am-5pm
Wine Press Northwest's 2007 Oregon Winery of the Year. Wine Tasting Daily. Award winning Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Zinfandel, Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Riesling and Merlot. Views of Mt. Hood and Mt. Adams. Exit 62 off I-84. Five minutes from downtown Hood River. Beautiful picnic area. Weddings & Private Events.

COR Cellars - 151 Old Highway 8 Lyle, WA 98635 - corcellars.com | corcellars@yahoo.com -509-365-2744
Hours Apr-Nov Wed-Sun 11am-6pm, otherwise by appointment
COR Cellars is the NEXT generation of Washington wine. Our goal is to produce approachable wines of great character and distinction. We specialize in Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Bordeaux blends, Alsatian style Riesling, Gewurztraminer and Pinot Gris. Visit the Old Lyle Highway to taste where old school meets new.

Domaine Pouillon - 170 Lyle Snowden Road, Lyle, WA 98635 - domainepouillon.com | dpnwine@gmail.com - 509.365.2795
March 1st - Oct 31st Thurs-Sun 11am-6pm, or please call to schedule a rendez-vous.
Same great wines - just a new name! A small family-owned winery focused on high quality French-style Syrah, Viognier, Roussanne and Chardonnay.
Dominio IV - www.dominiowines.com.

Dry Hollow Vineyards - 3410 Dry Hollow Lane The Dalles, OR 97058 - dryhollowvineyards.com | bridget@dryhollowvineyards.com - 541-296-2953
Apr-Nov open Sat 1pm-5pm, open Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Sat-Sun 12pm-5pm; Thanksgiving weekend, Fri-Sat, 12pm-5pm, also open by appointment
Surrounded by pine trees, a cherry orchard and the Bailey Hi Valley Vineyard, our tasting room is in a beautiful location three miles south of The Dalles. We pour estate Merlot, estate Syrah, Chardonnay and a Sauvignon Blanc blend, all featuring local Wasco County grapes. Tasting room available for private events.

Erin Glenn at The Mint - 710 East Second Street The Dalles, OR 97058 - eringlenn.com | info@eringlenn.com - 541-296-4707
Open Fri 12pm-9pm with live local music in the evening, Sat-Sun 12pm-5pm, open Mon Memorial Day-September 30th, closed from 3rd Fri in December to 3rd Fri in Jan
Erin Glenn is Wasco County's oldest winery and produces small lots of such varietals as Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Malbec, Tempranillo, Dolcetto, Barbera, Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer, and Viognier. Our tasting room is located at The Mint in downtown The Dalles and wine tasting is always complimentary until 5.

Gorge Crest Winery - 461 Kollock Knapp Rd Underwood, WA 98651 - gorgecrest.com |ronda@gorge.net - 509.493.2026
Gorge Crest Winery is now fully licensed and operational and will bottle its first wines during the fall of 2007. The winery will focus all its energies on producing limited quantities of premium "handcrafted" wines from the Columbia Gorge region.

Illusion Winery - 31 Schilling Road Lyle, WA 98635 - illusionwine.com | illusion@sprintmail.com - 206-261-1682 Open most summer weekends and holidays, May 2nd-Sept 27th
Sat 11am -5pm; Sun 10am-4pm
Look for our sign on Hwy 14 in Lyle or call ahead. Check website for special events and schedule. The winery in the hills above the Columbia Gorge offers sweeping views of nearby canyons and distant mountains. The 10-mile drive from Lyle on the Centerville Highway is spectacular.

Jacob Williams Winery - 421 State St (Hwy 14), Lyle, WA 98635 - jacobwilliamswinery.com | info@jacobwilliamswinery.com
503-577-3906
End of Mar through the end of Nov, Fri-Sun 12pm-5pm
Visit our new tasting room nestled in the heart of the Gorge on Hwy 14 in middle of Lyle along the banks of the Columbia River. We hand-craft limited quantities of ultra-premium Cabernet, Syrah, Merlot, Zinfandel, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc.

Klickitat Canyon Winery - 6 Lyle-Snowden Rd Lyle, WA 98635 - columbiagorgewinery.com | klickitatwines@hotmail.com - 509-365-2900
Mar-Dec Sat-Sun 12pm-6pm; May-Aug Fri-Sun 12pm-6pm,
otherwise by appointment; bus tours welcome
A small family winery featuring wines made from grapes grown exclusively within the Columbia Gorge. Our wines are unfiltered and have absolutely no additives, including no sulfites. The wines are barrel aged and fermented on the grape's own yeasts. Our selection includes our Eco-dynamic organic wines.

Major Creek Cellars - 306 Bates Road, White Salmon, WA 98672 - majorcreekcellars.com | info@majorcreekcellars.com - 503-860-8713 By appointment only.
Major Creek Cellars produces premium red wines from Washington and Oregon grapes featuring Syrah, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Franc.
Marchesi Vineyards - 3955 Belmont Drive, Hood River, OR 97031 - www.marchesivineyards.com | marchesif@aol.com - 541-386-1800 Spring, summer and fall: Fri-Sun 11am-6pm; holidays weekends 12pm-5pm and always by appointment
Boutique winery specialized in Italian Varietals, Located in the Heights of Hood River, our grapes grow in 8 southeast easy slopes at the foothills of Mount Hood, reminiscent of Piedmonte, Italy, where the founder was born and raised. Here we grow, Barbera, Dolcetto, Pinot Grigio and Pinot Noir with passion.

Maryhill Winery - 9774 Hwy 14 Goldendale, WA 98620 - maryhillwinery.com | info@maryhillwinery.com - 509-773-1976
Daily 10am-6pm
2009 Washington Winery of the Year! Great wine. Great views. Great music. They seem to go perfectly together at one of the most scenic wineries in the U.S. Relax on Maryhill's Tuscan style arbor and listen to FREE live music every summer weekend while picnicking and taking in the majestic views of Mt. Hood and the Columbia River Gorge. Summer concerts featuring national acts in the Amphitheatre. Maryhill is also home of one of the largest Gift Shops in the Gorge, offering unique Jewelry, Apparel, Art, Music, Books, gifts for the home, cook and wine enthusiast.

Memaloose/McCormick Family Vineyards - 101 Lyle-Snowden Rd (access from Murdock Rd) Lyle, WA 98635 - winesofthegorge.com | mistralranch@gmail.com - 360-635-2887
Mar 1st-Nov 30th Thurs-Sun 11am-5:30pm
From 17 varieties grown in our Gorge vineyard sites, Brian McCormick creates blends that conserve the fruit character without excessive oak and alcohol...bright-tasting wines for food. "The Tasting Room at Mistral Ranch" is an unforgettable picnic destination, providing views second only to the wines. Taste "Memaloose," wines of the wind.
Mt. Hood Winery -2882 Van Horn Drive , Hood River, OR 97031 - mthoodwinery.com | info@mthoodwinery.com
541-386-8333
Mar-Nov daily 11am-5pm and by appointment Visit Mt. Hood Winery's fabulous new tasting room featuring gorgeous mountain and vineyard views. Opening early summer of 2009. Prior to that, we will be located at The Gorge White House, 2265 Hwy 35. We produce award winning wines including estate Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir & Pinot Noir Saignee; Riesling, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, and a port styled Pinot Noir.

Naked Winery Hood River - Corner of 2nd & Cascade, Downtown Hood River, OR 800-666-9303
Open daily 12pm-6pm and late nights on weekends and Mondays
World's Sexiest Winery produces vintage Oregon and Washington wines with exotic brands and provocative back labels that are just a bit risqué. We also serve locally made microbrews and offer live music most Friday, Saturday & Monday evenings.

North Shore Wine Cellars (formerly Bad Seed Cider) - call for info: 509-493-3881
We offer grape wines, hard ciders and specialize in dessert wines from Washington fruit.

Pheasant Valley Vineyard & Winery - 3890 Acree Drive Hood River, OR 97031 - pheasantvalleywinery.com | wine@pheasantvalleywinery.com - 541-387-3040
Daily Apr-Sept 11am-6pm; Oct-Mar 11am-5pm; Closed January
Pheasant Valley is Hood River's first and only Estate Organic Winery. Come arouse your palate with a variety of 15 different wines, a picnic with Majestic Mt. Hood as a backdrop or relax with a glass by our large stone fireplace. The ultimate Columbia Gorge wine experience nestled in the hills of Hood River Valley is the hidden jewel you don't want to miss.

Phelps Creek Vineyards -1850 Country Club Road Hood River, OR 97031 - phelpscreekvineyards.com| info@phelpscreekvineyards.com - 541-386-2607
Feb-Apr and Nov Fri-Sun 11am-5pm,
May and June Thurs-Mon 11am-5pm, July-Oct Daily 11am-5pm
Grape growing takes center stage in the production of Phelps Creek wines. We believe great wine begins in the vineyard with meticulous farming and miniscule yields ensuring quality over quantity. Our sunlit tasting room is located just a stone's throw from the estate vineyards. Bring a picnic to enjoy on the patio.

The Pines 1852 Tasting Room - 202 State Street Hood River, OR 97031 - thepinesvineyard.com | thepinesvineyard@yahoo.com - 541-993-8301
Wed & Sun 12pm-6pm, Thurs-Sat 12pm-9pm, Open Mon 12pm-6pm Memorial day-Labor day. Live Music every Thurs & Fri from 6pm-8pm
The Pines Vineyard has been producing quality wine grapes for more than a century. Our family's passion for the grape is clear with every bottle of our exquisite, limited production, boutique wine. Experience The Pines at our tasting room and gallery.

Quenett Winery - 111 Oak Street Hood River, OR 97031 - quenett.com | info@quenett.com - 541-386-2229
Open daily Memorial Day-Labor Day, open Thurs-Mon
Apr-Nov, open Fri-Sun in winter, always open evenings Fri-Sat
Quenett winery is the northwest's premier boutique tasting room experience and is located in the heart of downtown Hood River! Our expansive wine tastings typically offer 10 or more intense top rated Italian and French varietals.

Quenett at Sunshine Mill - 901 East 2nd St, The Dalles, OR - 541.298.8900 Summer holiday and event weekends, check website for dates and times
Springhouse Cellar - 1st and Cascade (13 Railroad Ave), Hood River, OR 97031 - springhousecellar.com | whomever@springhousecellar.com - 541-308-0700
Hours Fri-Sat 11am-5pm; Sun 1pm-5pm; by appointment and random other times - check our website for updates
Finally a tasting room! C'mon down and check out our Sangiovese, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet, Homestead Red, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, and our newly concocted Sweet Thang. We outgrew the homestead and got a forklift, but our handcrafted wines remain a love-of-labor and vice versa. Drive through the Mount Hood Railroad lot and keep going - we'll be waiting for you.

Syncline Wine Cellars - 111 Balch Road Lyle, WA 98635 - synclinewine.com | info@synclinewine.com - 509-365-4361
Feb 1st-Nov 30th Thurs-Sun 11am-6pm;
Dec 1st-Jan 31st by chance or appointment
Syncline's production remains true to James' and Poppie's passion- a pure testament to Rhone varietals, which includes a line up of single vineyard Syrah, Voignier, Roussanne, Grenache, Mourvedre, Cinsault and blends inspired by wines of the Rhone Valley.

Viento -PO Box 990 Hood River, OR 97031- vientowines.com | info@vientowines.com - 541-386-3026
Tasting Room NOW OPEN - 2265 Hwy 35 - behind The Gorge White House! Thursday - Monday
With a quarter century of winemaking behind him, Rich Cushman has returned, with his family, to his hometown of Hood River to focus on his private label VIENTO - Spanish for wind. At Viento, we practice the art of winemaking with respect for traditions and personal style. The results are wines of balance and wonderful flavors.

Waving Tree Winery - 123 Maryhill Highway, Goldendale, WA - wavingtreewinery.com | atkins@gorge.net - 509-773-6552
Apr-May, Fri-Sun 9am-5pm and by appointment; Memorial Day-Labor Day daily 9am-5pm; Sept Fri-Mon 9am-5pm;
Oct-Mar by appointment
Waving Tree Winery is a family winery featuring mostly estate wines grown on the bank of the Columbia River just below the Stonehenge Monument. Our Italian varieties include Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, and Barbera. Columbus Landing (Rhone Style Blend), Syrah, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sweet Sangiovese Rose' and Orange Muscat are also available.

Wheatridge in the Nook Winery - 11102 Phillippi Canyon Lane Arlington, OR 97812 - wheatridgeinthenook.com | winelady1@gmail.com - 541-454-2585
Daily 11am-6pm
The 5 mile journey up the old gravel road is time well spent. Not only will you see the rolling hills and canyons of Eastern Oregon, but you might catch a glimpse of the wildlife that inhabits them. At the end of your scenic trail, you'll taste great wine from unexpected territory. Barbera named "Best All Around Red" at Wasco County Fair Blind Judging - 2009, also - 07 Chenin Blanc - first place, 06 Cab Sauvignon - second place, 06 Syrah - second place, 07 Chardonnay - third place!

White Salmon Vineyard - 391 Newell Road Underwood, WA 98651 - whitesalmonvineyard.com | wsv@gorge.net - 509-493-4640
Open by appointment and Memorial Day Weekend
Our wines reflect the care and love that we give to our vineyard. They express their fruit character and origin in a classic, balanced manner. White Salmon Vineyard's winery offers tastings of estate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, and other Columbia Gorge AVA wines. We welcome visitors by appointment.

Wind River Cellars - 196 Spring Creek Road Husum, WA 98623 - windrivercellars.com | info@windrivercellars.com - 509-493-2324
Daily 10am-6pm; Closed December 15 - January 1
Wind River Cellars, the oldest winery in the Columbia Gorge Winegrower's Association, is proud to offer a dozen award winning wines, a friendly tasting room and picnic and event facilities with breathtaking views of Mt. Hood. Check our website for our many unique events, including daily whitewater and wine trips. Located ONLY 8 miles north of Hood River, a scenic 15 min. drive.

Wy'East Vineyards - 3189 Hwy 35, Hood River, OR 97031 - wyeastvineyards.com | info@wyeastvineyards.com -541-386-1277
Apr-Oct daily 11am-5pm or so;
early spring and Nov weekends 11am-5pm
Please join us at our scenic tasting room, located in the heart of the Hood River Valley. We produce splendid wines from extraordinary Gorge Vineyards. Treat yourself to quality, hand crafted wines, consider relaxing with a glass on our beautiful patio. We host special events.

list provided by http://www.columbiagorgewine.com/

Upcoming Activities in The Gorge

10-23-09
Nan Wimmers
Nan Wimmers: Real Estate Agent in The Dalles, OR

What's Happening!

October 22 - Beef & Burgundy Bash, dinner & live auction for Wasco County Republicans; Portage Grill; Info - Jackie Williams, 298-4065 or wascogop@gorge.net

October 22 - The Dalles Kiwanis Club, TDWHS soccer program; 12:00 Noon, Spooky's

October 23 - Kelly Jo Phelps in concert; 8:00PM at The Civic Auditorium; Tickets $25.00 available at Klindt's Booksellers and Columbia River Music; More information 541-890-5433

October 24 - Freedom House Annual Banquet/Fundraiser; Info 296-6058 or info@tdfh.org

October 24 - Balch & Chain Pumpkin Carving Contest; Balch Hotel; 1:00-3:00PM; Info 541-467-2277

October 24 - Dodge Ball Tournament sponsored by No. Wasco County Parks & Rec; 9:00AM; To register or for more info 541-296-9533

October 24 - Breast Cancer Awareness Walk; Info Doreen Koch 541-298-1602

October 27 - Gorge Technology Meeting hosted by GTA and the Gorge Angel Conference; hosted hors d'oeuvres, no host wine; Mt Hood Winery, 1030 Hwy 35, Hood River; 5:30-7:30PM; Info 541-296-2266

October 29 - Authentic Mexican Dinner to benefit Sonrise Academy; 6:00-8:00PM; Sonrise Academy; Info, Darlien 541-298-8922

October 30 - Downtown Trick or Treat; 3:00-5:00PM Downtown The Dalles

October 30 - The Boo Ball;Wonderworks; 8:00-11:00PM; 21 & over event; $20/person; Info, Laura 541-993-3573

October 31 - The Great Catsby-Casino Night; fundraiser for Home At Last; 7:00-11:00PM; The Dalles Country Club; $25/person; Info/Tickets 541-296-5189

October 31 - The Good Life Harvest Festival; Maryhill Museum of Art; 10:00AM-4:00PM; Info 509-773-3733

October 31 - Shaniko Spook House; 6:00PM; Shaniko School House

Mark Your Calendars!
Saturday, November 7, Gorge-Wide Food Drive, 9:00AM-2:00PM; Fred Meyer, Safeway & Grocery Outlet; Come out and help to fill up the coffers at the Food Bank; Everything collected in The Dalles stays in The Dalles

Short Video Explaining Interest Rates

10-08-09
Nan Wimmers
Nan Wimmers: Real Estate Agent in The Dalles, OR

Water Rate Increase in The Dalles Oregon coming soon...

10-06-09
Nan Wimmers
Nan Wimmers: Real Estate Agent in The Dalles, OR

Chenowith Water rates to rise!

Residents of Chenowith Water PUD can expect water rates to go up 25 percent in November, another 15 percent next March, and, probably, yet another 15 percent in October next year.
That's what the utility's board voted to do at its September meeting, though only the November and March increases were guaranteed.
The need for a projected October 2010 increase will depend on the budget requirements for the 2010-2011 fiscal year, which won't be determined until next June.
The board plans a public meeting to explain the changes in detail. That meeting is set for 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6 at Columbia Cinemas, where there is comfortable seating and presentations can be made on the big screen for easy viewing.
Those two guaranteed increases will come on top of a 39 percent increase taken this past February for homeowners in the district, when the base rate went from $17.60 to $24.52 for residential customers. The commodity rate - which measures actual usage - went up 17 percent at that time, from $1 per thousand gallons for the first 20,000 gallons to $1.17.

Chenowith Water PUD

Date Percent increase Base Rate Cost per 1,000 gals Total cost for first 10,000 gallons
Currently N/A $24.52+ $1.17 x10= $36.22
Nov. 2009 25% $30.65 $1.47 x10= $45.35
March 2010 15% $35.25 $1.69 x10= $52.15
Oct. 2010 15% $40.54 1.95$ x10= $60.04

City of The Dalles

Date Percentage increase Base Rate includes first 10,000 gallons = Total cost for first 10,000 gallons
Currently N/A $33.28 = $33.28
Sept. 2009 10% $36.61 = $36.61