Facts About Oregon

If you’re considering purchasing Central Oregon Real Estate, you might enjoy some fun trivia about your new home. :)

Oregon was admitted to Statehood on February 14th, 1859 as the 33rd state.

It’s bordered by Washington to the north, Idaho to the east, Nevada and California to the south and the Pacific Ocean to the west.

The state flower is the “Oregon Grape”.

It’s nickname is “Beaver State”.

Oregon’s state flag pictures a beaver on its reverse side. It is the only state flag to carry two separate designs.

Oregon has more ghost towns than any other state.

Crater Lake is the deepest lake in the United States and is formed in the remains of an ancient volcano.

Eugene was the first city to have one-way streets.

The hazelnut is Oregon’s official state nut. Oregon is the only state that has an official state nut.

Oregon’s state birthday is on February 14, Valentine’s Day.

Navy blue and gold are Oregon’s official state colors.

The Chinook salmon is Oregon’s official state fish.

Crater Lake is the deepest lake in the United States at 1,943 feet maximum depth.

Oregon has one city named Sisters and another called Brothers.

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Thinking About Purchasing Central Oregon Real Estate?

If you’re thinking about purchasing Central Oregon real estate, you’ll be happy to know it’s one of the state’s fastest growing regions and is considered by many to be a recreational paradise.

Whether you’re a first time home buyer or an investor, you will find everything you’re looking for. From family friendly neighborhoods, to custom homes with breathtaking mountain or river views, resort properties, acreage, cozy ranches, or a relaxing vacation condo, the selections in Central Oregon area are vast enough to fill the demands of all.


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Central Oregon is comprised of many different areas all with their own terrain and uniqueness. High desert terrain offers something for everyone from whitewater rafting to peaceful mountain retreats. Hike or fish along sparkling rivers, walking through forests and quiet meadows.

The cities that make up this are are:
Bend
Sunriver
Sisters
La Pine
Redmond
Prineville
Crooked River Ranch
Eastern Oregon
Steens Mtn


Rand McNally Easy to Read Oregon Map


Together or alone, these areas boast some of the most beautiful and sought after scenic areas in the entire state of Oregon. You’ll find neighborhoods and homes that fit with the diverse lifestyles of those who are relocating to the area.

With nearly 300 days of sunshine per year, The Central Oregon climate is a dry high desert atmosphere with little precipitation. Most of the precipitation arrives during the winter months and falls as snow rather than rain like the western half of Oregon. Because of the dramatic climb in elevation, Central Oregon’s weather will vary depending on the town you may be in. Sunriver will have snow pack nearly all winter long, whereas Redmond stays mostly dry. Bend lies somewhere in between with a snow fall usually resulting in melting by mid-afternoon. Average temperatures during the summer reach over 80 degrees while winter can get chilly with an average maximum temperature of 41 degrees. Oregon covers 98,386 square miles and has a population of 3,421,399 people. Oregon’s capital is Salem, which has a population of 136,924.


Oregon Off the Beaten Path



Here’s a map of Central Oregon that you can print out. It’s from the Central Oregon site and you can also request a visitors guide from them.

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