OverviewThis property consists of approximately 570 +/- acres of tillable ground situated near Helix, Oregon. The land is well-suited for wheat production and offers expansive, open fields typical of the region's agricultural landscape. This non-contiguous property features two locations, one consisting of 488 contiguously farmed acres, with a smaller isolated 82-acre parcel to the north and east just a few miles away. This property is vacant crop land, the offering does not include houses, buildings, or supporting structures. Location: 5N3308-00-00400 (145766) 5N3200-00-04700 (104434) 5N3200-00-03500 (104355) The tracts are located in Umatilla County, in northeast Oregon. Access to the property is available via county-maintained roads, facilitating transportation of crops and equipment. The area is known for its productive wheat-growing condit...
OverviewThis property consists of approximately 570 +/- acres of tillable ground situated near Helix, Oregon. The land is well-suited for wheat production and offers expansive, open fields typical of the region's agricultural landscape. This non-contiguous property features two locations, one consisting of 488 contiguously farmed acres, with a smaller isolated 82-acre parcel to the north and east just a few miles away. This property is vacant crop land, the offering does not include houses, buildings, or supporting structures. Location: 5N3308-00-00400 (145766) 5N3200-00-04700 (104434) 5N3200-00-03500 (104355) The tracts are located in Umatilla County, in northeast Oregon. Access to the property is available via county-maintained roads, facilitating transportation of crops and equipment. The area is known for its productive wheat-growing conditions and is part of a larger farming community. In fact, this region is known as one of the strongest wheat producing regions in the pacific northwest.Topography and SoilThe land features gently rolling hills and broad, open plains. The soil is predominantly silt loam, characteristic of Eastern Oregon wheat country, providing good drainage and fertility for dry-land crop production. Elevation in the area typically ranges from 1,800 to 2,200 feet above sea level, which supports wheat growth and minimizes risk of flooding.Climate/RainfallAnnual rainfall in the Helix area averages 12 to 15 inches, which is sufficient for dry-land wheat farming but does limit the possibility of diversified crop rotation.Crop InformationThe land has a history of being used for wheat cultivation as its primary crop. There are no known conservation easements or restrictions on the property. FSA field maps and crop data are available upon request. The farm has been leased to a tenant who would finish out the 2026 crop year with an 80/20 crop share lease in place. Currently the land is being farmed in a crop/fallow annual rotation. The Seller states the 2025 average yield was 87 bushel/acre. The land in this region is suitable for expansion of wheat production or other dry-land crops, subject to soil and climate conditions.RecreationThe farm is located in a strong recreational corridor with activities such as hunting, fishing, boating or horseback riding all relevant to the region. The farm is in the Columbia Basin Game Management Unit and would be eligible for LOP tags. Both deer and upland game can be found on the farm. The farm is conveniently located as the mid-point between the mighty Columbia River (less than 30 miles away) and the beautiful Blue Mountains (less than 30 miles away). Your options are unlimited!ConclusionThis 570-acre parcel near Helix, Oregon, offers an excellent opportunity for dry-land wheat farming, featuring productive soils, established farming history, and convenient access to regional infrastructure. Its location and features make it a prime candidate for continued agricultural use.Property Taxes - $2002.00 (approx.)Zoning - EFU (Umatilla County)Nearby Cities- Pendleton, OR 18 miles- Walla Walla, WA 34 miles- Tri Cities, WA 57 miles- Portland, OR 220 miles- Boise, ID 240 milesTravel Eastern Oregon link - Choose your Adventure - Umatilla Co. - Visit Eastern Oregon