Leasing 5+ acres near Parkdale, OR, Hood River County

Description

We currently own 15.5 acres in the upper Hood River Valley, 5+ acres of that is in a sweet cherry orchard.  Soils here are deep and well drained (Parkdale loam) and of low bulk density which makes the area easily tillable.  The land sits on an area known as Trout Creek Ridge.  We are not opposed to removing the cherry trees in favor of another cropping system. The site is irrigated through the local Middle Fork Irrigation District.  Slopes range from 0 to 3%.  We are looking to lease the 5 acres mentioned above, but would continue to control the remaining 10.5 acres as our homesite.

Owner’s Short Term Vision for the Property

Lease the orchard land, continue to reside on the property for 3 to 5 years or more. Potential sale of land, house, and barn eventually.

Owner’s Long Term Vision for the Property

Sale of property and moving to smaller parcel elsewhere in the area?

Current Use

Sweet cherry orchard, homesite, woodlot

Available Water / Irrigation

Vested water right through the Middle Fork Irrigation District. The water right provides sufficient water to irrigate the 5 acres in question.

Soil Type / Quality

Excellent soil quality (Parkdale loam ) Deep and well-drained. Low bulk density makes it easy to till or otherwise manage.

Buildings and Structures Available for Farm Use

Barn (lower level) available. Upper level currently rented.

Farm Equipment Available for Use, Sale or Lease

tiller, hand tools, to be included in lease agreement

Any Restrictions That Could Limit Agricultural Production

Property is zoned EFU (exclusive farm use). No known restrictions to agricultural production.

What are you doing as a landholder to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for everyone on your land and in your community?

We are not opposed to a lease with any party of any background.