Advice on farmland outside Portland (St. Helens, Scappoose: house, farmer , land)

[unclesharon]

I'm looking for land (farmhouse 5-10 acres) up to 10-25 miles outside Portland. Trees. I prefer a cool climate. Don't mind the rain. Near a lake, river or pond. Liberal. Not too expensive. How bout a place called ........ Sauvie Island or Estacade. I would love some advice.I dont know the area. thanks.

[Nell Plotts]

Sauvie Island land can be expensive because it is so close to the city center.

Estacada would likely be cheaper per acre.

If you are a farmer you know that all land is not created equal. The bottom line is how do you intend to use the property??? If you want to be a grower then there would be less risk in Estacada property.

[scone]

Go take a look at RMLS.com, that's the local MLS in this area. Sauvie Island is extremely expensive, BTW.

[EnricoV]

You might try out around St. Helens or Scappoose. But out Estacada way is good, too. Water-front property (whatever the water type) is likely to be a bit more expensive, wherever you go, though.

[Nell Plotts]

There is a huge difference in the crops grown around St. Helens and Scappoose vs Estacada. I wonder if the OP really intends to farm the land or just wants elbow room.

[EnricoV]

I just presumed the elbow room ... since no particular type of farming was mentioned.