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| July 2024 Featured Agent | |
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| Ellie Webb | from Columbia River Properties |
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*Arlington • Clem • *Condon • Gwendolen • *Lonerock • Mayville • Mikkalo • Olex • Rock Creek • Speece • Thirtymile
A USDA loan is a mortgage option available to eligible homebuyers that is sponsored by the United States Department of Agriculture to promote homeownership in rural communities. USDA Loans, sometimes called "RD Loans," offer 100% financing options on eligible rural properties. USDAProperties can help you find USDA properties in Gilliam County.
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Gilliam County, Oregon
.Gilliam County, located in the great state of Oregon, is a region with a rich historical background. Initially inhabited by Native American tribes such as the Cayuse, Umatilla, and Walla Walla, it later became a hub for European-American exploration and settlement in the early 19th century. The area was named after Cornelius Gilliam, a pioneer and prominent figure in the early settlement of Oregon who also played a key role in the Oregon Provisional Government's leadership.
One of the most significant events contributing to the county's development was the establishment of the Oregon Trail, a 2,170-mile-long wagon route connecting the Missouri River to Oregon's fertile valleys. The trail brought a large number of settlers to the region throughout the mid-19th century, contributing to its growth and development.
Gilliam County was officially established on February 25, 1885, after being carved out of the eastern portion of Wasco County. Agriculture played a significant role in the county's early economy, with wheat farming and livestock production as primary industries.
A fun fact about Gilliam County is that it is home to the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, a preserved area showcasing well-preserved layers of fossil plants and mammals that lived in the region between 44 million and 7 million years ago. This monument offers valuable insight into the ancient ecosystems and the incredible transformation that has occurred in this region over millions of years.
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