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Pasco
Real Estate
Summary
of
Pasco
,
Washington
Pasco
, one of three cities comprising the Tri-Cities, is situated at the convergence of
the
Columbia
and
Snake
Rivers
.
Pasco
is recognized as one of the fastest growing cities in the State of
Washington
.
Pasco
’s cultural diversity, affordable housing and central location make it an
enticing place to call home.
Pasco
Real Estate - City History
Pasco
has historic significance with its association with the Lewis and Clark Expedition. It was in October 1805 with their American Indian
guide, Sacagawea, that they camped here for several days of exploration. Today that area is commemorated as
Sacagawea
State Park
and can be found on the eastern outskirts of
Pasco
just over the
Snake River
Bridge
.
In the mid 1880s, Northern
Pacific Railroad established
Pasco
as a central shipping hub for foreign and domestic trading.
Pasco
received its name from a Northern Pacific Railroad construction engineer, Virgil G. Bogue. He named the city after a mining town, Cerro de
Pasco, in the Andes of Peru. It wasn’t long
until settlers were attracted to
Pasco
for it’s mild climate, fertile soil for farming, availability of water for irrigation
and fishing and its accessibility for trading and transportation by river or railway.
Finally, the city was
incorporated
September 3, 1891
.
Pasco
was a small town, but once the Grand Coulee Dam was completed in 1941, irrigation was
possible to establish larger farms and orchards. The
revitalized agriculture industry created a population boom, resulting in the foundation
for what
Pasco
is today. Now with a commercial airport,
river barges, railway, commercial bus lines and long-haul trucking,
Pasco
continues to be an integral part of transporting people and goods to national and
international ports of call.
Pasco
Real Estate - Area Attractions
Every year between May and
October,
Pasco
area farmers showcase their goods at the
Pasco
Farmers Market in the downtown area. People
come from miles around to purchase their favorite fresh produce and baked goods. The month of September is fully anticipated for the
annual Fiery Foods Festival. There is
something there for all ages to enjoy. And on
Cinco de Mayo, the heart of
Pasco
’s downtown comes alive with a parade and fiesta to celebrate its rich Hispanic
culture.
If it is the great outdoors you
are looking for,
Pasco
is the place for you. There are 20 soccer
fields; 8 softball fields; 7 baseball parks; and a 10-lane, all-weather running track
capable of hosting state-level football and track events.
Walkers, runners and bicyclists can take advantage of
Pasco
’s great weather and scenery by utilizing the Sacagawea Heritage Trail. It is a 22+ mile loop around the Tri-Cities and is
an interactive trail where indigenous plants and animals can be observed.
Pasco
is home to their very own Class A minor league professional baseball team, The Tri-City
Dust Devils, which play in their own stadium. Nearby
is the TRAC facility where conventions, expos and concerts are held. The TRAC facility is widely renowned for holding
professional level indoor rodeos and motocross competitions.
Pasco
has two great golf courses - Pasco Golfland and Sun Willows Golf Course. Due to the mild climate, these courses remain open
year round.
For enjoying the great
outdoors,
Pasco
is a gem. There are several boat
launches to choose from to enter the
Columbia River
or
Snake River
. Tri-Citians take advantage of the area’s
annual 300 plus days of sunshine to boat, water ski, jet ski, swim and windsurf. Fishing for salmon, steelhead and large-mouth bass
is a popular past-time.
Part of
Pasco
’s vast area is the wildlife that abounds on the islands, riverbanks and
uninhabited tundra. Quail, Canadian Geese and
the Blue Heron are just some of the birds that can be seen and admired. Deer, badger and coyotes are also part of
Pasco
’s natural habitat. The McNary
Wildlife Refuge can be visited to observe the many protected species of animals that live
within the 15,000 acres of wetlands, desert and the
Columbia
, Snake and Walla Walla Rivers.
Pasco
Real Estate - Demographics
Pasco
has set itself apart from many of the State’s eastern cities by offering affordable,
quality homes and well-appointed neighborhoods. Many
builders in and outside of the Tri-Cities were attracted to the endless possibilities of
constructing various types of subdivisions and sprawling river
front
dwellings. There are many choices for new and
established residents of
Pasco
to find their dream home. The vast choices in
single family residential homes include southwestern themed townhouses, uptown styled
rowhouses, neat and attractive mid-priced rambler and multi-story homes, exquisite
executive custom homes, historical homes, mini and working ranches and farms are readily
available.
Pasco
’s population is estimated to be over 44,000.
The ethnic breakdown of the city, as reported in 2005 by the Washington State
Office of Financial Management, is as follows:
- Hispanic (56.3%)
- Other race (37.4%)
- White Non-Hispanic (37.0%)
- Two or more races (3.9%)
- Black (3.2%)
- American Indian (1.4%)
- Vietnamese (0.7%)
(Total can be greater than 100%
because Hispanics could be counted in other races)
Pasco
’s community college, Columbia Basin College (CBC), offers Applied Science career
programs in business administration, criminal justice, education, medicine, social
services, and various science disciplines. Students
pursuing a 4 year degree can prepare at CBC with prerequisite studies needed to transfer
to the Tri-City campus of
Washington
State
University
.
Pasco
is the location for Clare’s
Beauty
College
, a private school specializing in cosmetology.
Pasco
has 2 public high schools (1 is an alternative school) and 1 under construction slated to
open in the Fall 2009,10 middle schools and 11elementary schools. There are 4 private high schools, 4 private middle
schools and 8 private elementary schools.
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Cypress
GMAC Real Estate
6601 W. Deschutes Ave.
Suite C
Kennewick
,
Washington
99336
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interested in purchasing. Information on this site was last updated
02/06/2007
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