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$520,000

1170 SW Thornton Dr White Salmon, WA 98672

0.8 acres
Land

Property details

About 1170 SW Thornton Dr

Prime Build Opportunity - Perched in the sought-after Pucker Huddle enclave, this rare .80-acre offering captures the essence of Columbia River Gorge living. With sweeping southwesterly views including Mount Defiance, Underwood Mountain, and the river corridor—vistas of Mount Hood and Wellesley Island, this gently sloping parcel delivers an extraordinary canvas for your custom home. Set just 2 miles from the heart of downtown White Salmon, you’re a scenic walk or quick drive from artisan coffee at Nativ Café, fresh pastries from White Salmon Baking Co., and the vibrant dining, brewery, and boutique scene that makes this Gorge town a regional favorite. Zoned Suburban Residential with potential for a single-family home and ADU, the parcel offers both investment potential and lifestyle flexibility. Enjoy incredible natural light with sunny southwest exposure, quite westside surroundings, and the freedom of no HOA oversight. Just 60 miles east of Portland and 40 miles north of Mount Hood, White Salmon sits at the intersection of recreation and innovation—celebrated for world-class wind, water, and mountain sports, and home to a thriving community of creatives, engineers, and adventurers alike. Bring your plans for this unique setting!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
StatusActive
Lot size0.8 Acres
MLS #716913253
ViewMountain(s), River

Summary

  • Attached Garage: No
  • View: Mountain(s), River
  • List Price: $520,000
  • Annual Tax Amount: $8,722
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Trees
  • Directions: From Jewett, left on Peck Rd, right on Pucker Huddle, left on SW Martin, left on SW Thornton
  • Lot Size: 0.8 Acres
  • MLS Number: 716913253
  • MLS Name: Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc.
  • Office Name: Cascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty
  • Office Phone: (509) 774-4624
  • Listing Agent: Renee McAllister

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 01, 2021
Home Sold
$365,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$269,700$8,722
2023$245,080$5,312

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Hulan L Whitson Elementary School

Public District KG-3

1.6 mi

450 N Main Ave

6

May Street Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.4 mi

1001 10th St

7

Westside Elementary School

Public District KG-5

3.1 mi

3685 Belmont Dr

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $49,100. The most common annual income of people living in White Salmon, WA is between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

37%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
16%
100k-200k
4%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

39%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
34%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
19%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • HuntingHunting
  • NASCARNASCAR
  • SoccerSoccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods
  • Old NavyOld Navy

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • ArbysArbys
  • Jimmy JohnsJimmy Johns

What do the neighbors drive?

  • CadillacCadillac
  • GMCGMC
  • LexusLexus

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • New CountryNew Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1170 SW Thornton Dr

The listing price of 1170 SW Thornton Dr property is $520,000.

The property 1170 SW Thornton Dr is land located in White Salmon, Washington, 98672.

Active Listing: 1170 SW Thornton Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1170 SW Thornton Dr are: Hulan L Whitson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), May Street Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Westside Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Wallace & Priscilla Stevenson Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Wayne M Henkle Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Hood River Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Columbia High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Hood River Valley High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Lyle High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $8,722 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on December 1, 2021 for $365,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property 1170 SW Thornton Dr is 0.8 acres.

This home is located at 1170 SW Thornton Dr in White Salmon, WA and zip code 98672. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $520,000.

Over 6 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in White Salmon, WA. In the same period over 0 listings were sold below the listed price and 1 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in White Salmon, WA between May and June 2025 increased by 18.8%. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 12 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $825,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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