Grants Pass, Oregon
"It's the climate"
Grants Pass, Oregon - believed to be named after General Ulysses S. Grant's battle at Vicksburg - has a rich history since the early 1800's. Grants Pass is desirable to homeowners and businesses alike for it's growing employment, natural beauty, and the City's convenient location on I-5, as well as being home to the Josephine County Fairgrounds and home of several large companies, such as Dutch Bros Coffee, AllCare Health and Asante Health System's Three Rivers Hospital.
The City was historically a hub for the timber and agriculture industries, being strategically located on the Rogue River. The local economy has significantly expanded beyond these industries, but the area remains a strong agricultural market.
The City has a strong sense of community as well as a diverse economy. Within a 30 minute drive, the Rogue Valley International-Medford Airport is the regional air travel hub for all of Southern Oregon, with well over 1M annual travelers. Breathtaking outdoor recreational activities are moments away; Upper and Lower Table Rock, the Rogue River, dozens of lakes, as well as the Crater Lake National Park are all within an easy drive.
Overall, Grants Pass is a city that blends its historical roots with a forward-looking perspective, making it a desirable destination for businesses and residents alike.
Southern Oregon
Southern Oregon, largely encompassing Jackson and Josephine Counties, is a world-class gem hiding in plain sight. Anchored by its mild Mediterranean climate, the area boasts the winning combination of being both strategically located between Portland and San Francisco, and having forward-thinking municipal leadership. This combination drives strong economic growth and has created a long runway for development across all asset classes.
Southern Oregon is a gateway to the entirety of the West Coast, via Interstate 5, north through Eugene, Salem, Portland, and Washington State, and south, through Redding, San Francisco, and down to Los Angeles. The local transportation system connects the most populated cities in the region of Medford, Ashland, and Grants Pass, and has dedicated highways northeast to Bend and West to the Oregon Coast.
Multiple billion-dollar companies call Southern Oregon home, such as Lithia Motors (NYSE:LAD), Dutch Bros (NYSE:BROS), Asante Health Systems, Harry & David (NYSE:FLWS), Pacific Retirement Services, and countless small and mid-sized businesses.
Historically, the area's economy was mainly driven by the timber and agricultural industries. In the past few decades, the area has become a healthcare hub, and has a diverse economy supported by the industrial, manufacturing, logistics, retail, senior/retirement living, and finance/professional sectors. Timber and agriculture still play a role, with Timber Products and Roseburg Forest Products' main facilities located nearby.
The Southern Oregon AVA is a world-famous destination for viticulture, home to over 120 wineries and multiple wine trails. Also a burgeoning golf destination, the area has numerous renowned golf courses, and several other famous courses are within a short drive (Bandon Dunes, Pacific Dunes, Pronghorn Resort). Over 8 casinos are within a 6-hour drive, including Seven Feathers, Three Rivers, Elk Valley, and others.
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