Big River Community Land Trust (BRCLT) is grateful to announce the successful purchase of 2.7 acres on Avalon Drive, from the Faith Bible Church. This marks a significant milestone in the effort to create permanently affordable housing for Hood 
River’s workforce and families. With the potential to develop up to 50 homes for purchase, this project will provide much-needed housing opportunities that ensure local workers can continue to live in the community they serve.
BRCLT is partnering with Edlen & Co., a mission-driven real estate development firm with a strong track record in sustainable and community-oriented projects. Together, they will design and construct high-quality, modestly sized homes that will remain permanently affordable. By leveraging the community land trust model, these homes will be priced at approximately half of market rates, ensuring long-term affordability for local residents.
“Our goal is to address the growing crisis of housing unaffordability in Hood River,” said Alysha Sherburne, Executive Director of BRCLT. “Too many of our workers are being forced to commute from outside the area due to skyrocketing home prices. This project is a critical step toward keeping families in the community where they work and go to school.”
Avalon Drive represents a transformative opportunity to create sustainable housing solutions while preserving the character and vitality of Hood River. The development will prioritize energy efficiency, environmental stewardship, and strong neighborhood connections.
As BRCLT moves forward with the planning and design phase, it is actively seeking community support, including financial contributions from individual donors and local organizations, to help make this vision a reality.