Real Estate
The Dalles has location, location, location going for its local real estate market. Being a central location for almost 75,000 northern Oregonians and southern Washingtonians, the town is also a mere 90 minutes from Portland International Airport. With the world at its fingertips, The Dalles maintains a small-town and friendly atmosphere.
Not only is The Dalles centrally located, the views of the gorge and the Columbia River are unparalleled. Money Magazine recently heralded The Dalles as a top 100 place.
Most housing in the city of The Dalles are units within the quaint downtown limits. Real estate sales have seen a steady growth rate from the 1990's.
The area has a history of a thriving trade market. With over 10,000 years of unremitting activity, beginning with ancient tribal fishing grounds to the present day regional hub for goods and services, the local market looks forward to a continuously vibrant future.
The midrange value of a home is $150,092.
Most of the houses, apartments and condos were built after 1956. Charming historical homes are peppered throughout The Dalles.
The shopping in Oregon is tax-free, so the state garners much of its revenue from income tax and property tax. The average property tax in 2006 was $1,693.
