Ranch and Country Summer 2024 Quarterly

OREGON RANCH & MCMINNVILLE - Y MHILL COUNTY, OREGON

SERVING BEND, OREGON AND CENTRAL OREGON

Skyline West by Pahlisch Homes New Construction - Bend, Oregon Our Skyline West community puts the everyday joy of nature right outside your door. Skyline West of- fers beautiful cottages and single-family traditional homes for those looking for luxury and ease.

Colton Jacobson , Broker • Cell: 541-510-1670

Happy to help you with any real estate information for Central Oregon - Even Resale Opportunities! In addition to the hotspots of the Westside of Bend, homeowners can enjoy din- ing at some of the best restaurants in the area. The adorable Northwest Cross- ing neighborhood is just one mile away, with a downtown that boasts shop- ping, dining, and parks. And if the great outdoors is more your style, explore a wealth of gorgeous trails and parks nearby, including beautiful Shevlin Park with its extensive trail system for hiking, running, biking, and nature watching. https://pahlischhomes.com/communities/skyline-west These Pacific Northwest-inspired homes balance stunning indoor spaces with the convenience and excitement of the bustling town around you. Your biggest choice is cozying up at home or heading out to explore the action in this community.

Skyline West by Pahlisch Homes Jacob Franke • 541-280-3396 Realtor licensed in the State of Oregon Jacobf@pahlischrealestate.com Real Estate License #201223210

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annually. The area is known as a recreational mecca for mountain biking, hiking, rock climbing, horseback riding, white water rafting, kayaking, and fly fishing, plus winter sports including skiing, snowboarding, dog- sledding, and snowmobiling. Not to mention the annual Sisters rodeo! West of the Cascades, the Willamette Valley is known for its premier Pinot Noir. As Oregon’s leading wine region, it is home to over 700 wineries. The Willamette Valley also boasts luscious blackberries, and some even grow in the wild. Oregon has a highly diverse agricultural industry with more than 250 commodities, from wheat and cattle, to fruits and vegetables and berries, to Christmas trees. Many farmers and ranchers use conservation- minded ranching practices and sustainable agriculture methods. In 1977, the Kiger Mustang was discovered in a remote area of Beatty’s Butte in southeast Oregon. This unique breed

blue depths of Crater Lake (the deepest lake in the entire United States at 1946 feet) to the fertile Willamette Valley. And then there are the trees! Oregon is home to more than 10 billion trees on forest service land. Although some trees were lost in forest fires, Oregon’s State Department of Forestry promotes reforestation as well as sustainable forestry practices for the state’s huge timber industry. Reforestation, along with a significant amount of rainfall particularly west of the Cascade Mountains, combine to perpetuate Oregon’s signature green look. Many out-of-staters associate Oregon with rain, and the Oregon coast does in fact average 70-80 inches of rainfall a year. However some parts of central and eastern Oregon have dry climates. For example, popular Bend, Oregon and its neighboring community of Sisters, pivotally located at the eastern base of the Cascades, average 300 days of sunshine

Oregon’s population was estimated to be 4.233 million in 2023. The population has increased about 8% over the last 10 years. Oregonians themselves may prefer that outsiders stay away and leave this pristine state to its own, but Oregon provides a multitude of factors to lure people. For starters, Oregon is one of only five states in the US that has no sales tax. In California, sales tax rates range from 7.25% to over 10% in some out-lying areas. Sales tax applies to everything from gas, clothing, discretionary purchases, and restaurant meals. The absence of sales tax can add significantly to the bottom line for every household. And although Oregon does have state income tax, the top marginal tax rates are lower than California’s rates. Oregon offers a range of diversity — from its 363 miles of coastline to the year-round snow capped peaks of Mt. Hood to the raging waters of the Roger River to the rich

possesses characteristics of the original Spanish Mustang. Before the Kigers were found, some of these Spanish lines were thought to be extinct. The remaining Kiges have been protected since the 1980’s, and continue to reside in the Kiger Gorge in the Steens Mountains. In spite of soaring appreciation over the last decade, costs of home ownership in Oregon remain below California housing costs,which sendsmany Californians north! The housing market in Oregon suffers from the same phenomenon that is found throughout the USA: low housing supply relative to demand. As a land of great beauty and diversity, many opportunities await those who follow the trail to Oregon!

Premier Oregon Equine Facility! This is one of Oregon's premier equine facilities! The Double E Ranch is situated on

SUMMER 2024 RANCH & COUNTRY MAGAZ I NE www . R a n c hAn dCo u n t r y . c om PAGE 17 afmrealestate.com • Colton.jacobson@afmforest.com 34 flat acres, seats two dwellings, 204'x72' indoor and 200' x 100' outdoor arenas, 35 stalls, shop, hay/equipment storage, plus more! The main dwelling offers 4 beds and 3 full baths. The heat pump system was replaced in 2019. The seller estimates the roof was done in 2010. The home is hooked to a propane supply for the cookstove and living room fireplace. Huge back yard with a covered deck and gazebo! Pear and apple trees along with grape vines make for a busy canning season from the onsite orchard. The second home is a 1997 3 bed, 2 full bath manufactured home that is permitted as a farm help dwelling. (Approx. 1,300 sq. ft.) It is on its own septic system but shares a well with the main home. The outbuildings offer 12'x12' stalls in a variety of methodical locations. All stalls have auto-water systems. Tack rooms, fly control system throughout the stall barns, hot/ cold-wash rack, office, riders-lounge and more are all part of this setup within the building space! Plenty of covered storage for hay, shavings, equipment, etc... Covered Eurociser and EquiVibe platform also included in the sale! Just a short drive out of the McMinnville city limits, the location is peaceful and private! Currently approximately 22 acres is in hay production to supply the equine facility. Seller will offer all farm equipment to be purchased in a separate private sale. $2,399,000

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