Clatsop County, Oregon lies at the northwestern tip of the state, along the Washington State border and the Columbia River. Known for its spectacular beaches, beautiful natural scenery, remote rural areas, and overall relaxed quality of life, Clatsop County is a delightful retreat for Portlanders and other city dwellers. It is also a comfortable, charming home for thousands of full-time residents. A large percentage of Clatsop County real estate sees only seasonal use. Its summer vacation homes are considerably popular in the coastal areas of the county, notably in the resort communities of Seaside, Gearhart, and Cannon Beach OR, Homes for Sale.
Apart from its vacationers, Clatsop County has a full-time residential population of about 37,000 people. Its major industries include logging, fishing, agriculture, and in the coastal regions, tourism. About 30 percent of the county’s 1,085 square miles are owned by the State of Oregon, and protected as part of the state forests system.
A large portion of Clatsop County real estate is located along the perimeter of the county. Coastal communities such as Seaside, Gearhart, and Cannon Beach offer wonderful Pacific Coast living. Astoria, Oregon’s oldest city, is located along the banks of the Columbia River at the county’s northern border, as is neighboring Warrenton. There are numerous other smaller, unincorporated communities along the banks of the Columbia, as well as some in inland areas. These are the communities that rely more on logging and fishing than on tourism to support their economies.
No matter what your Clatsop County real estate needs, an expert Realtor such as Marianne Pittard will work doubly hard to ensure that you find your perfect Clatsop County residence, vacation home, or investment property. To learn more about Clatsop County real estate, please call 503.440.0577 today to schedule a consultation with the award-winning RE/Max Realtor and certified Real Estate Broker.
